Weapons System Integration; WSI) System Engineer

Position: Weapons System Integration (WSI) System Engineer
Salary Range: $96,757 - $120,000 Brief

Job Description:

Weapons System Integration (WSI) System Engineer (SE) supporting the F/ A-18 & EA-18G Integrated Product Team (IPT) the incumbent will be required to conduct requirements analysis, contribute to design reviews, develop and execute system evaluation procedures for laboratory integration events, troubleshoot and verify system and sub-system anomalies, characterize and document anomaly reports for Electro-Optical/Infrared (EO/IR) sub-systems integration efforts as required.

Essential Job functions:

Must perform system integration activities throughout the life cycle of the F18 block upgrades. Independently interface with all levels of the F-18 IPT as well as external organizations (e.g. Program Office, Technical Program Office (TPO), NAVAIR, Boeing, NGC, etc.) on matters related to Weapons integration, project planning, scheduling, document preparation, engineering assessments and integration planning. Attend and participate in required system milestone meetings and technical interchange meetings as required.

Follow and identify processes and procedures to develop documentation (detailed procedures, data packages, etc.) for system level milestones and tests in accordance with F18 IPT standards, specifications and procedures. Lead and participate in the reviews of system level documentation such as requirements documents, specifications documents, interface documents, and studies. Incumbent will provide engineering analysis, recommendations and solutions for complex challenges during system design and anomaly corrections.

Ensure required documentation (detailed procedures, etc.) is developed for all tests and is in accordance with current standards and processes. Respond to inquiries from fleet operators and support personnel. Provide technically sound recommendations and guidance to managers, supervisors, peers, and sponsors on specific technical aspects of F-18 Weapons Systems. The incumbent will communicate orally and in writing with the Block Manager, IPT Management, and PMA-Sponsors.

Required Skills:

Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S. citizenship is required. Bachelor's degree with an engineering major (including those specified for Aerospace, Mechanical or Electrical Engineers are acceptable) with 5 or more years of experience. Must be clearable to the Top-Secret/SCI level and maintain the clearance throughout the duration of employment. Integration, Software Engineering, Program Technical Services, Design, Fabrication and Integration Services, Aircraft Modification Services or Training Services as applicable.

Desired

Skills:

Familiarization with F/A-18 (All configurations) aircraft. Knowledge of Electro-Optical/Infrared (EO/IR) systems. Prior military experience with knowledge and understanding of technical manuals. Familiarization with Agile and the ability to work within small groups or Scrum teams.