F-35 Weapons Systems Engineer

2 weeks ago


Niceville, Florida, United States DCS Corp Full time

Position Overview:

The Systems Engineer will contribute to the F-35 Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter Weapons Integration Product Team (IPT), focusing on the integration of stores and the development of related hardware and software. This role is based in a dynamic environment and requires on-site presence.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Oversee and coordinate F-35 weapon integration initiatives, acting as the primary contact for all related activities concerning designated weapon systems.
  2. Ensure all aircraft and weapon integration efforts comply with established F-35 System Requirement Documents, guaranteeing that the Joint Services receive effective mission capabilities.
  3. Collaborate with Weapon Program Offices to confirm that aircraft integration tasks meet certification standards and align with weapon program timelines.
  4. Participate in Joint Interface Control Working Group (JICWG) meetings, Program Management Reviews (PMR), Technical Interchange Meetings (TIM), and IPT status updates as necessary, serving as the government liaison for assigned weapon systems.
  5. Work with the Stores Certification IPT on various activities, including wind tunnel evaluations, ground fit assessments, environmental tests, and store separation trials.
  6. Engage with NAVAIR and Air Force Seek Eagle organizations to ensure comprehensive analysis is conducted to support weapon certification and flight clearances.
  7. Contribute to aircraft software development processes to ensure proper weapon functionality.
  8. Coordinate and engage in laboratory, ground, and flight testing. Review and provide feedback on test plans, procedures, and outcomes.
  9. Assist in weapon systems analysis related to Weapon Delivery Accuracy, Lethality, and Mission Effectiveness.
  10. Review and assist in planning and estimating for future weapons integration projects.
  11. Provide weekly status updates on integration efforts to Weapons IPT leadership, including weapon roadmaps.
  12. Prepare monthly contributions for F-35 Air Vehicle / Mission Systems (AV/MS) briefings for leadership.

Qualifications:

Due to the sensitive nature of the role, U.S. Citizenship is mandatory. Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain necessary program security clearances.

A Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or a related STEM field, accompanied by a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in a Weapon or Aircraft Program Management Office (PMO), is required.

Applicants should possess at least 5 years of demonstrated experience in integrating airborne weapons systems, encompassing systems engineering, testing, and/or program management expertise.

A solid understanding of the DoD acquisition lifecycle process and its relevance to assigned weapon systems is essential.

Knowledge of fighter aircraft weapons practices and policies is highly desirable, with a military tactical weapons background considered advantageous.

Candidates must exhibit the ability to gather and analyze diverse weapons program information, make informed judgments regarding weapons, and effectively communicate recommendations to senior military and government officials, both orally and in writing.

Strong briefing, interpersonal, and diplomatic skills are necessary.

Travel Requirements:

Travel is expected once per month (up to twice on occasion), lasting 3-5 days per trip. Foreign travel is unlikely but possible.

Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and TEAMS is required.



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