Senior Avionics Systems Engineer

ASEC • Patuxent River, MD

7d • Onsite

About The Position

As the Senior Avionics Systems Engineer , you will support work within NAVAIR's Airborne Strategic Command, Control and Communications Program Office, PMA-271. In this role, you will work closely with the Integrated Product Team (IPT) engineers to drive development, acquisition, certification, modernization, and sustainment of critical mission systems. This description outlines the general nature and scope of the role. Additional duties may be assigned as necessary.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering, Computer Science, required.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant NAVAIR Systems Engineering experience within a NAVAIR Program Management Activity (PMA).
• Hands-on experience in the NAVAIR environment creating and maturing Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) through technical review and approval processes.
• 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.
• This position requires U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance . Selected candidate will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Nice To Haves

• 10 years of experience leading new development or modifications to existing mission avionics systems — from drafting Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and awarding development contracts, through Engineering Development, Review & Approval Process (EDRAP), to full flight clearance integration and production contract execution highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Performing research and evaluation to support certification for essential avionics systems for PMA-271 platforms, specifically SATCOM, HF, VLF, UHF, and IP Line-of-Sight throughout all acquisition and sustainment phases.
• Directing the development and execution of cosite mitigation strategies and Simultaneous Operations (SIMOP) plans for diverse communication bands.
• Guiding the execution and sustainment of avionics Non-Recurring Engineering (NRE) initiatives for PMA-271.
• Creating, updating, and monitoring Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&M) essential for the certification efforts of HF, COMSEC, and SATCOM systems.
• Directing and overseeing all avionics certification activities, ensuring alignment with both mission readiness objectives and compliance requirements.
• Reviewing and providing guidance related to requirements definition, analysis, verification, and certification, alongside architecture design.
• Managing the creation and quality of engineering documentation and technical artifacts.
• Leading Systems Engineering Technical Review (SETR) events and Program Management Reviews (PMRs).
• Conducting functional analysis, timeline analysis, and comprehensive trade studies to translate customer requirements into practical, cost-effective solutions.
• Presenting technical progress and findings, delivering actionable recommendations to NAVAIR program office stakeholders.

Benefits

• 100% employee-owned company . Learn more about our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) here !
• 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: Senior
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees