F-16 Systems Engineer NGB A5 Liaison

GMRE•Hill AFB, UT

9h•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Systems Engineer for F-16 aircraft modifications provides technical program management and systems engineering expertise in acquisition documentation and strategy, engineering program oversight, USAF acquisition milestone reviews and entry/exit criteria, systems design and baseline requirements, and avionics integration and ground and flight testing. The role plans and carries out systems-integration assignments involving complex factors, interaction with other engineering disciplines, and consideration of systems’ lifecycles. It also works with Government Program Managers on Integrated Master Schedules and coordinates with contractors, vendors, SPOs, and senior military and civilian personnel. The engineer translates user technical and mission requirements into systems-level requirements and acquisition documents supporting the design, development, fabrication, testing, evaluation, production, installation, and operational verification of F-16 upgrades and modifications. The position supports program execution and source selection; reviews system and engineering documents, specifications, and technical reports; assesses proposed designs and trade-offs; and provides recommendations. It serves as a liaison between NGB/A5 and the F-16 SPO program management and engineering team, leads government and contractor technical teams toward acquisition milestones and reviews, and briefs program status, risks, and design reviews to USAF leadership, stakeholders, and users. The role requires an engineering degree, substantial engineering and DoD experience, knowledge of F-16 avionics systems, datalinks, and sensors, and an active U.S. Secret clearance with eligibility for Top Secret/SCI. Regular in-office attendance is required. The position may involve up to 25% out-of-state and overnight travel. Physical demands include prolonged desk and computer work and occasional lifting of up to 15 pounds.

Requirements

Minimum engineering degree from an accredited university.
At least 15 years of experience and 5 years of DoD experience.
Knowledge and experience in Operational Safety Suitability & Effectiveness (OSS&E) and AF 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 knowledge and experience with systems engineering design in support of 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, interaction with other engineering specializations, and lifecycle considerations.
Technical knowledge of F-16 aircraft avionics systems, datalinks, and sensors.
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 proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate.
Ability to function in a high-paced and sometimes stressful environment.
Ability to maintain regular in-office attendance and punctuality.
Ability to maintain a professional appearance.
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 working-location installation bases.

Responsibilities

Translate user technical and mission requirements into systems-level requirements and acquisition documents for F-16 upgrades and modifications.
Support the design, development, fabrication, test, evaluation, production, installation, and operational verification of F-16 upgrades and modifications.
Assist with 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 technological and trade-off studies, and provide recommendations.
Act as 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.
Plan and carry out systems-integration assignments, considering complicating factors, other engineering specializations, and systems lifecycle.
Work with Government Program Managers on Integrated Master Schedules.
Coordinate with contractors, vendors, SPOs, and senior military and civilian personnel.