Avionics Engineer (Evergreen)
About The Position
Odyssey is seeking experienced Avionics Integration Engineers at various levels to support the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance (ISR) and Special Operations Forces (SOF) Directorate (AFLCMC/WI) at Wright Patterson AFB, Ohio. This evergreen requisition builds a pipeline of qualified candidates for future opportunities; there may not be an immediate opening, and candidates may be considered as positions become available based on qualifications and program needs. The role provides rotary-wing avionics engineering, consultation, and support for the design, development, manufacture, integration, testing, and deployment of supportable airborne weapon systems. These systems include integrated avionics, embedded computer systems, software, and electronic maintenance systems. The work is onsite, with travel as required by program needs.
Requirements
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
- Must hold a Secret clearance.
- Journeyman (level 2): Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field and 3 years of related experience, including 3 years in the DoD; or 7 years of directly related experience, including 5 years in the DoD.
- Senior (level 3): Master’s or doctorate degree in a related field and 10 years of related experience, including 5 years in the DoD; or a bachelor’s degree in a related field and 12 years of related experience, including 5 years in the DoD; or 15 years of directly related experience, including 8 years in the DoD.
- Principal (level 4): Master’s or doctorate degree in a related field and at least 20 years of related experience, including 12 years in the DoD; or a bachelor’s degree in a related field and 25 years of related experience, including 15 years in the DoD; or 30 years of directly related experience, including 20 years in the DoD.
- Strong background in information assurance and risk mitigation.
- Knowledge of MIL-HDBK-516C, MIL-STD-882, and DAFI 63-1201 standards.
- Ability to clearly communicate complex technical information.
- Ability to lead and guide multidisciplinary teams.
- Effective problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
- Strong organization and attention to detail.
- Adaptability in fast-changing technical environments.
- Sound professional judgment when handling sensitive information.
Nice To Haves
- Current Top Secret clearance.
- ABET-accredited engineering degree.
- Experience with rotary-wing avionics systems integration.
- Familiarity with FCA/PCA audits and certifications.
Responsibilities
- Support anti-tamper compliance and information assurance assessments.
- Provide knowledge and guidance, and produce required artifacts, in systems integration, OSS&E, airworthiness certification, safety, and Life Cycle Systems Engineering.
- Serve as a rotary-wing avionics systems integration specialist, with a focus on tactical data links, position location, display, digital interphone, and identification technologies.
- Coordinate with engineering teams including structures, crew systems, manufacturing, and system safety.
- Assist with information management certification and accreditation; develop information assurance controls and test strategies, identify and mitigate risks, and support efforts to secure interim or full authority to operate.
- Support FCA/PCA audits, aircraft and simulator certifications, technical evaluations, environmental and hazardous material management, deficiency reporting, mission planning system integration, and geospatial data updates.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
