Systems Engineer III - ASSETS
About The Position
Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is hiring a Systems Engineer III to support mission-critical software modernization, development, and deployment for the Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center and USSTRATCOM/J56. The role advances mission planning and execution capabilities for strategic deterrence through systems engineering, Agile/DevOps practices, and continuous integration and delivery. Work includes evaluating and enhancing the survivability, interoperability, and reliability of strategic weapon systems, and contributing to planning documents, test and evaluation strategies, and rapid technology fielding efforts. The position supports mission-critical NC3 software and systems in collaboration with DoD and government partners. The position leads business systems analysis and integration of conventional and nuclear mission capabilities under the J56 portfolio. It coordinates stakeholder requirements, develops process flows and data exchange mappings between legacy nuclear systems and modern conventional platforms, and works with engineering and security teams to ensure compliance with nuclear surety, safety, and security standards. The role also facilitates cross-domain working groups, oversees integration testing and scenario simulations, and provides leadership with impact analyses, risk assessments, and mitigation recommendations. This is a full-time, on-site position at Offutt AFB, Nebraska, with travel up to 10%. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and possess and maintain TS with SCI eligibility. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation, including criminal history and identity checks.
Requirements
- U.S. citizenship.
- Must possess and maintain TS with SCI eligibility.
- Bachelor's degree.
- Minimum 12 years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years supporting the DoD.
- Ability to work on-site full-time at Offutt AFB, Nebraska.
Responsibilities
- Lead business systems analysis to support integration of conventional and nuclear mission capabilities under the J56 portfolio.
- Coordinate requirements gathering with stakeholders across conventional and nuclear operations to align with strategic objectives.
- Develop detailed process flows and data exchange mappings that bridge legacy nuclear systems with modern conventional platforms.
- Partner with engineering and security teams to ensure integrated solutions meet nuclear surety, safety, and compliance standards.
- Facilitate cross-domain working groups to resolve integration challenges and ensure interoperability between conventional and nuclear assets.
- Oversee end-to-end integration testing, including scenario simulations validating system performance under both mission sets.
- Provide leadership with impact analyses, risk assessments, and mitigation recommendations for seamless dual-domain readiness.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Industry-competitive benefits package.
- Awards and recognition program.
- Personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers.
- Work/life balance culture.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
