Location:

China Lake, CA

Status:

Full Time

Job Description:

As Distributed Targeting Processor -Networked {DTP-N) Systems Engineer supporting the F/ A-18 and EA-1 SG Integrated Product Team {IPT) the incumbent will be required to support requirements analysis, acquisition, test, and Fleet support for DTP-N and other CNI / AVMS efforts as required
Must perform system integration activities throughout the life cycle of the F18 block upgrades. Independently interface with all levels of the F18. 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 F18 Weapons Systems.
The incumbent will be required to utilize Asset Management, Planning, and Scheduling Solution
(AMPSS), Operational Flight Program Project Status (OPS) and Open system Engineering Environment (OSEE) requirements management software.

Education and Work Experience Requirements:

7504
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.
Hold and maintain a Secret security clearance. Must be clearable to the Top-Secret/SCI level.
Integration, Software Engineering, Program Technical Services, Design, Fabrication and Integration Services, Aircraft Modification Services or Training Services as applicable.
Desired Skills:
Experience with DTP-N
Experience with F/a-18 and EA-18G aircraft platforms

Salary: the expected salary for this position is $87,360 to $104,000 but is subject to change

Security Clearance:

Interim Secret