F-16 Systems Engineer NGB A5 Liaison

Gauss Management Research & Engineering•Hill AFB, UT

About The Position

The Senior Systems Engineer for F-16 aircraft modifications provides technical program management and systems engineering support to the National Guard Bureau A5 and the F-16 program office. The role assists in translating user technical and mission requirements into systems-level requirements and acquisition documents used to design, develop, fabricate, test, evaluate, produce, install, and operationally verify F-16 upgrades and modifications. The engineer supports program execution, source selection, document and specification reviews, technical-report reviews, and technological and trade-off assessments of proposed designs and aircraft integrations. The position serves as a liaison between NGB/A5 and the F-16 SPO program management and engineering team, leads government and contractor technical teams through acquisition milestones and reviews, and briefs program status, risks, and design reviews to USAF leadership, stakeholders, and users. The role includes travel up to 25% of the time, including out-of-state and overnight travel.

Requirements

Engineering degree from an accredited university.
At least 15 years of experience, including at least 5 years of DoD experience.
Knowledge and experience in Operational Safety Suitability & Effectiveness (OSS&E) and Air Force airworthiness processes, including airworthiness certification.
Experience using AFI 62-601, Developmental Engineering USAF Airworthiness, and MIL-HDBK-516C (expanded), Airworthiness Certification Criteria, as reference documents.
Familiarity with AFI 63-101/20-101 and AFI 99-130 for USAF program and test management.
Demonstrated systems engineering design experience supporting acquisition, development, or sustainment of weapon systems, subsystems, and/or support equipment.
Experience planning and carrying out projects concerning Electromagnetic Computer Software Systems, involving complicating factors, interactions with other engineering specialties, and lifecycle considerations.
Technical knowledge of F-16 aircraft avionics systems, datalinks, and sensors.
Active U.S. Secret clearance and eligibility for Top Secret/SCI.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to pass a background check for access to the specific work-location installation bases.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time-management skills and a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate.
Ability to function in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment.
Ability to maintain regular in-office attendance and punctuality.
Ability to maintain a professional appearance.

Responsibilities

Translate user technical and mission requirements into systems-level requirements and acquisition documents for F-16 upgrades and modifications.
Support program execution and participate in source selection.
Review system and engineering documents, specifications, and technical reports.
Assess proposed designs, engineering designs, aircraft integration designs, and modifications through technology and trade-off studies, and provide recommendations.
Act as a liaison between NGB/A5 and the F-16 SPO program management and engineering team.
Lead government and contractor technical teams to meet acquisition milestones, requirements, and reviews.
Brief program status, risks, and design reviews to USAF leadership, stakeholders, and users.
Work with Government Program Managers on Integrated Master Schedules.
Coordinate with contractors, vendors, SPOs, and senior military and civilian personnel.
Plan and carry out systems integration assignments, considering complicating factors, interactions with other engineering specialties, and system lifecycle.