Aircraft Systems Engineer, E-6B

ASEC • Patuxent River, MD

7d • $125,000 - $140,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Aircraft Systems Engineer will support the operations, sustainment, and advancement of aircraft systems for the E-6B platform, including air vehicle structures, auxiliary systems, maintenance activities, and associated hardware/software. In this role, you will provide technical expertise to NAVAIR’s Airborne Strategic Command, Control and Communications Program Office (PMA-271), helping shape aircraft systems strategies, objectives, and execution plans.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline is required.
• At least 3 years of experience with NAVAIR/NAWCAD acquisition processes, including systems engineering, requirements definition, testing, and certification of avionics and software.
• This position requires U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Secret clearance. Selected candidate will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• Ability to build positive, collaborative relationships across teams and with external partners.
• Effective communicator with strong verbal and written skills.
• Proactive, self-directed work style with the ability to operate independently.
• Analytical thinker with proven problem-solving capabilities.
• Highly organized, with the ability to balance competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with NAVAIR Airworthiness processes, preferred.
• Working knowledge of general air vehicle structures and major aircraft systems such as APU, hydraulics, environmental control systems, and fire protection systems, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate plans, participate in operational activities, and identify deficiencies, risks, issues, and improvement opportunities to support E-6B readiness and airworthiness.
• Recommend corrective actions and assess new capabilities to improve the E-6B’s flight performance, mission effectiveness, safety, and overall combat readiness.
• Serve as a technical representative for PMA-271/E-6B in interactions with external flight certification authorities.
• Support resolution of obsolescence/DMSMS challenges by developing and assessing plans that reduce risk, improve performance, and ensure flight deck systems and hardware/software meet mission requirements.
• Draft, review, and revise Statements of Work (SOW) and Performance Work Statements (PWS) related to E-6B systems and component updates.
• Assist the IPT Lead with schedule development, management of contracted activities, and technology insertion at depot or flightline sites.
• Act as a technical reviewer and approver for Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) submissions in coordination with the IPT Lead.
• Contribute to defining, analyzing, and planning future updates for E-6B subsystems and components.
• Participate in SETR events, technical interchange meetings, conferences, and teleconferences to discuss objectives, risks, issues, opportunities, and contract matters related to the E-6B Air Vehicle.
• Collaborate in both in-person and virtual team environments to ensure aircraft systems products and services are delivered on schedule, within budget, and in full alignment with fleet requirements.

Benefits

• 100% employee-owned company.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including 11 paid holidays, medical/dental/vision coverage, HSA/FSA options, disability insurance, and more!
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate education
• Veteran-friendly employer
• Thriving employee culture

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees