Senior Engineer

Overview

Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.

We are seeking a high-impact Senior Engineer to drive the development and sustainment of next-generation Navy Weapons Systems. You will serve as a technical linchpin, bridging the gap between complex engineering requirements and Navy Acquisition Processes. Working directly with the Integrated Program Team Lead (IPTL), you’ll influence the entire lifecycle of critical defense assets—from pre-Milestone A analysis to high-stakes rapid acquisition and legacy sustainment.

The position is located at our government customer site in Patuxent River. The position is required to be onsite and hold an active Top Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• What You’ll Do:
• Integrate new capabilities; define gaps and requirements; develop specifications, technical documentation, and roadmaps; and coordinate engineering activities through design, integration, test, and fielding phases.
• Analyze manufacturer proposals; conduct trade studies and technical reviews; and provide risk management insight.
• Collaborate with Government personnel, contractor teams, and subject-matter experts to ensure effective technical execution and alignment with program objectives.
• Apply expertise in DoDI 5000.02 to guide weapons systems through various acquisition phases.
• Proactively resolve technical and procedural conflicts to keep development on track and efficient.
  
  

Qualifications

• Qualifications
• Required Qualifications:
• Education / Certifications:
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field.
• Experience:
• At least 10 years of engineering experience in the relevant discipline (e.g., MBSE, Software Engineering, Avionics, Communications/Datalinks, EW).
• Candidate should have experience working in a dynamic, schedule constraint and complex security environment utilizing multiple networks.
• Skills & Technology Used:
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe products; experience with MBSE tools (e.g., CAMEO, IBM Rhapsody) where applicable; strong communication skills; experience in dynamic, schedule-constrained environments.
• A self-starter mindset capable of pivoting between early-stage R&D and the sustainment of legacy systems.
• The ability to translate complex technical data into actionable insights for diverse stakeholders.
• Software :
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point).
• Clearance Requirement:
• Active U.S. DoD Top Secret Security Clearance.

At V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation, and expand our success in the global marketplace, ultimately enabling us to best serve our clients.

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