Mission Planning Systems Engineer

Arcfield • Dahlgren, VA

6h

About The Position

The Mission Planning Systems Engineer will be part of a team supporting the Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) office in developing the Sea Launched Cruise Missile-Nuclear (SLCM-N) Fire Control Systems.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• An active or interim DoD SECRET clearance, with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance.
• Experience defining independent verification and validation (IV&V) strategy, planning, and execution approaches.
• Initiative and willingness to learn.
• Knowledge of the acquisition process and systems engineering tradeoffs.
• Understanding of cruise missile flight dynamics.
• Understanding of nuclear warhead requirements and interfaces.
• Understanding of software interfaces and messaging protocols.
• Ability to represent NSWCDD in a manner that instills trust with leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to use analysis and problem-solving techniques to perform professional scientific or engineering work.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within established teams and across organizations to meet goals within schedule-driven timelines.
• Experience developing and presenting technical briefs.
• Education and experience: BS with 5–7 years, MS with 3–5 years, or PhD with 0–2 years.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with the Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) office.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Holiday pay
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Retirement and savings
• Learning and development opportunities
• Wellness programs
• Optional benefit elections, depending on position

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time