Air Vehicle Systems Engineer

Peraton•Lexington Park, MD

23h•$104,000 - $166,000•Onsite

About The Position

Peraton is seeking an experienced Air Vehicle Systems Engineer to provide Naval Aviation expertise in support of its NAVAIR customer at Patuxent Naval Air Station in Lexington Park, Maryland. This leadership position supports the Air System Group and an assigned Program Management Office. The role applies systems engineering expertise to air vehicle aeromechanics, structures, materials, and subsystems, and supports airworthiness, acquisition, sustainment, and project management. The engineer works with technically diverse, geographically dispersed teams and communicates complex technical challenges, mitigations, and resolutions across the organization in support of the Naval Aviation Enterprise mission. The position may operate as a subject matter expert or project/program manager. It supports NAVAIR- or Component/Command-level programs involving research, acquisition, testing, evaluation, innovation, in-service work, and reengineering. The engineer provides systems engineering products and services, guides technical and program personnel through the systems engineering process, and integrates technical work across disciplines, divisions, and sites. The role also coordinates with government organizations, industry partners, laboratories, Fleet Readiness Centers, vendors, and other stakeholders. The engineer supports airworthiness requirements and data products for interim flight clearances; reviews contractor designs, test plans, developmental data, and specifications; tracks and mitigates program risks; and may represent the Air Vehicle Engineering Department or NAWCAD at meetings with government and industry organizations. The role requires maintaining appropriate security practices when communicating with stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, and/or Chemical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university, with 8 years of experience; alternatively, a Master of Science in Systems Engineering and/or another engineering-related discipline with 6 years of experience.
At least 5 years of experience in Naval Aviation Systems Engineering.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple high-priority efforts while maintaining requirements.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Secret clearance.
U.S. citizenship is required.
Ability to communicate professionally, efficiently, effectively, and succinctly in writing and verbally, and to maintain strong stakeholder communication while following security permissions.

Nice To Haves

A Master of Science in Systems Engineering and/or another engineering-related discipline is preferred.
10 years of experience is desired.
Familiarity with CAMEO SysML Model Based Systems Engineering and/or architecture.
Air Vehicle experience in materials, aerodynamics, vehicle performance, vehicle modeling and simulation, handling qualities, dynamics, flight controls, strength, loads, fatigue, hydraulics, pneumatics, environmental control systems, fire protection, anti-icing, landing gear, wheels, bearings, fasteners, transparencies, internal and external cargo, latches, doors, aircraft surveillance, corrosion protection, non-destructive inspection techniques, fuel systems, or aerial refueling.
Experience with PMA 275 or V-22 products or services in industry or government; if unfamiliar with the platform, ability to demonstrate transferable skills to support program mission success.
Experience leading or participating as an engineering subject matter expert in root cause corrective action efforts.
Experience leading or participating as a subject matter expert in systems engineering technical reviews, with the ability to describe the process and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Operate as a subject matter expert and/or project or program manager for NAVAIR- or Component/Command-level programs.
Support programs involving research, new acquisition, testing, evaluation, innovation, in-service work, and reengineering.
Recommend tradeoffs among cost, schedule, and performance.
Provide systems engineering services and products, including technical reviews, requirements tailoring, statements of work, technical evaluations, risk management, investigations, and system requirements.
Determine the direction of technical work performed by other personnel, review their work, and coordinate progress and insights.
Promote transfer of federally owned or originated technology to state and local governments and the private sector, as appropriate.
Provide engineering expertise to class desks and integrated product teams in support of Program Management and Air Systems Group efforts.
Guide program management and contractor personnel through the systems engineering process.
Coordinate within the department and with other government activities to obtain timely technical support.
Develop technical approaches, cost estimates, manpower and facilities requirements, and milestones with the technical team.
Technically manage, integrate, and coordinate journeyman-level engineers and technical experts across multi-division or multi-site programs and projects.
Collaborate with Technical Warrant holders, industry partners, and other government services.
Coordinate software, process-development, and testing efforts conducted within and outside government entities, including laboratories, Fleet Readiness Centers, vendors, air vehicle organizations, and manufacturers.
Resolve conflicts and provide systems engineering guidance on changes to technical approaches and program objectives, ensuring appropriate stakeholder involvement.
Coordinate horizontally across Air Vehicle Engineering Department disciplines.
Develop and coordinate airworthiness requirements and identify data products needed to support interim flight clearances.
Represent the Naval Air Systems Command Air Vehicle Engineering Department at meetings and conferences with contractors and government activities, as appropriate.
Review contractor designs, test plans, developmental data, and specifications; recommend changes and further investigation; and report progress and problems to team members, program managers, and Navy management.
Develop and advocate rationale for changes arising from feasibility limitations, state-of-the-art enhancements, and modified operational requirements.
Maintain knowledge of critical risk areas and identify, analyze, and mitigate risks in accordance with the program risk management plan.
Represent NAWCAD with ONR, NAVAIR, DARPA, and other government sponsors as an Air Vehicle technical point of contact, as appropriate.