Description

This position requires Sr. Systems Engineering expertise with the F-16 aircraft in Integrated Defense Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics Life Cycle Management System, engineering program oversight, engineering milestone reviews and entry/exit criteria, systems design, avionics hardware and software integration, and ground and flight testing. Works independently with little supervision oversight. Air National Guard (NGB/A5) liaison with the F-16 Program Office.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide support for systems integration engineering milestones and associated documentation in support of F-16 modification program. This includes reviewing contractor-provided integration program CDRLs to assist the Government in their review of documentation provided by contractors for the following systems engineering milestones: System Requirements Review (SRR), System Design Review (SDR), Preliminary Design Review (PDR), Critical Design Review (CDR), Test Readiness Review (TRR), and engineering design audits such as Functional Configuration Audit (FCA) and Physical Configuration Audit (PCA) respective to the needs of each modification program.
• Acquisition - documents and strategy
• Engineering program oversight in advanced data link and missile warning
• Systems engineering milestone reviews and associated entry/exit criteria
• Systems design - to include baseline requirements
• Provide avionics, mechanical, maintenance and structural integration engineering support for the integration of new capabilities respective to existing legacy aircraft systems and capabilities, assist with identification of integration issues between modifications and existing systems, and advise on potential solutions.
• Assist with the review of aircraft installation drawings in support of temporary modifications.
• Assist with the review of technical data packages and identify issues with the product drawings.
• Assist with translation of Government operational requirements into draft systems requirements documents based on customer requirements and Contractor analysis for assigned modification programs. The Contractor shall assist the Government in assembling required documentation for each acquisition milestone or review starting with the SRR.
• Provide systems engineering support for F-16 avionics, mechanical, and structural modifications. The Contractor’s systems engineering tasks shall include but not be limited to: identifying engineering milestone entry and exit criteria for Government approval of program transitions from one phase to the next; assisting the Government in drafting system engineering plans in support of avionics, mechanical, and structural modifications, software development plans, configuration management plans, and risk management plans, and; providing data for risk assessments on aircraft modification programs.
• Support cockpit steering working groups, interface control working groups, technical review boards, and safety review boards. The Contractor’s program coordination tasks shall include but not be limited to: coordinating all requirements between aircraft modification programs to include ground test requirements, flight test requirements, test assets, and any other potential resources; briefing and/or preparing briefings on modification program test status to the NGB as requested; assisting in identifying and developing test core documentation for modification programs, and; execution oversight for associated program test documents.
• Assist with identification and development of critical operational issues, objectives, and measures of effectiveness from review or knowledge of user requirement documents and operational employment considerations (tactics, techniques, and procedures).
• Assist in the design, publication, and storage of detailed test information and provide detailed input in the preparation of data and drawings to submit with AF Forms 1067 for aircraft modifications.

WHY WORK FOR GMRE?

GMRE is a small veteran owned company who cares about each employee. We offer health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), vacation, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and life insurance to all permanent full-time employees. GMRE is a trusted and reliable partner with our Government and industry customers, known for performance and integrity, and focused on providing competent and cost-effective capabilities to our clients. GMRE has a deep commitment to our core values about our work, family, achievements, and community.

GMRE is an equal opportunity employer. GMRE complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Requirements

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Knowledge and experience in Operational Safety Suitability & Effectiveness (OSS&E) and AF Airworthiness Processes with Airworthiness certification
• Experience utilizing AFI 62-601, Developmental Engineering USAF Airworthiness, and MIL-HDBK-516C (expanded), Airworthiness Certification Criteria as reference documents in order to perform work
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with systems engineering design in support of the acquisition, development, or sustainment of weapon systems, subsystems, and/or support equipment
• Experience planning and carrying out assignments for projects concerning Electromagnetic, Computer Software Systems, which entail a variety of complicating factors, interaction with other engineering specializations, and consideration of the lifecycle of items/systems
• Strong written and communication skill
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors of Science mandatory,
• Masters desired in engineering and/or business, preferably – Aviation/Aerospace/Mechanical/Electrical/Physics/Math or Computer Science engineering (will consider aeronautical, systems, and software engineering degrees)
• A Strong background in military/DoD aviation acquisition engineering
• Minimum of 7 years of post-college, or 5 years post MS degree, and practical and progressive experience in systems integration and analysis of military hardware and software acquisition engineering required
• If BS or MS is in a technical field other than engineering (math, science, etc.), must have a minimum of 10 years of post-college practical experience in an engineering related discipline
• Technical knowledge of F-16 aircraft in avionics systems, data-links, and sensors

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS

• Must have at a minimum an active U.S. Government Secret Clearance and be subject to a government security investigation.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

TRAVEL REQUIRED

• Position will travel up to 25% of the time out of state and overnight to fulfill contract requirements.