Weapons Systems Engineer

Job Family:

Systems Engineering

Travel Required:

Up to 10%

Clearance Required:

Active Top Secret SCI (TS/SCI)

What You Will Do:

Join a high-performing acquisition engineering team supporting U.S. Air Force acquisition programs. This position is for a Weapons Systems Engineer for the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center. Duties include applying knowledge and experience in systems engineering, policies, and procedures to acquire and sustain Air Force weapon systems, subsystems, acquisition programs, and product support strategies throughout their life cycles.

Engineering responsibilities may include the following:

• Systems Engineering, Structural Engineering, Missions Systems Engineering, Survivability Engineering, Autonomy Engineering, Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)

• Evaluation of multiple contractors' approach to one of the above mentioned engineering disciplines into conceptual designs

• Focus on design assessment, integration, and management of complex systems over the product life cycle

• Plan and review technical plans, systems integration, requirements verification and validation, technical designs, cost and risk analysis, and supportability and effectiveness analysis

• Conduct formal and informal presentations, prepare technical reports, papers, and documents and participate in conferences and discussions related to assigned systems

• Prepare documentation and presentation material for program milestones

• Provide inputs on the evaluation of technical proposals

The candidate may also be required to perform a wide range of acquisition program office activities, such as: gathering acquisition program information; conducting planning and analyses for all acquisition phases; assisting in acquisition and sustainment strategy planning; tracking, and scheduling; implementing contractor performance status systems; assisting in establishing and maintaining databases; assisting in developing and analyzing key program metrics; assisting in developing and integrating risk management plans and strategies; supporting program briefings; and effectively communicating recommendations orally and in writing to higher organizational management.

What You Will Need:

• An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "TOP SECRET/SCI (TS/SCI)" Federal or DoD security clearance

• Bachelor's degree

• TEN (10) years experience in weapon system acquisition or sustainment to include engineering principles, criteria, and procedures to acquire and sustain DoD weapon systems throughout their life cycles

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering field

• Experience in an acquisition program office (preferably fighter)

• Experience with the documentation and analysis of requirements, specifications, design, build, and test activities

• Good Organization Skills and Ability to Work with Minimal Direction in a Changing Environment

• Clear understanding of the DoD acquisition and sustainment organizations

• High Energy, Results Oriented, Self-Motivated /Self-Reliant, Team Player

• Strong Problem-Solving Skills

• Strong Interpersonal Skills with Ability to Interface with an Organization at all Levels

• Ability to Work in a Dynamic, Fast Paced Environment

• Ability to Multitask and Prioritize

• Strong Attention to Detail

• Initiative, Self-starter, Adaptable, and High Motivation for Excellence

• Excellent Organizational, Communication, and Interpersonal Skills

• Self-directed and Proactive

• Master’s degree in related area

• Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Level II or above

The annual salary range for this position is $135,000.00-$225,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Basic Life & Supplemental Life

• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Student Loan PayDown

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

• Skills Development & Certifications

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

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