Avionics Systems Engineer

Description

Location: NAS Patuxent River, MD

Security Clearance Requirement: DoD Secret

Telework Eligible? No, work will be performed 100% on-site.

As the 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 E-6B Integrated Product Team (IPT) engineers to drive development, acquisition, certification, modernization, and sustainment of critical mission systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Research, evaluate, and support certification of avionics systems including SATCOM, HF, VLF, UHF, and IP Line-of-Sight for PMA-271 platforms throughout acquisition and sustainment lifecycles.
• Develop and implement cosite mitigation strategies and simultaneous operations (SIMOP) plans across multiple communication bands.
• Support avionics non-recurring engineering (NRE) initiatives for PMA-271 platforms.
• Develop and maintain Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&M) for certification of systems such as HF, COMSEC, and SATCOM.
• Coordinate and manage avionics certification efforts to ensure mission readiness and compliance.
• Review and contribute to requirements definitions, analysis, verification, certification, and architecture design activities.
• Oversee the creation and quality of engineering documentation and technical artifacts.
• Participate in Systems Engineering Technical Review (SETR) events and Program Management Reviews (PMRs).
• Conduct functional analysis, timeline analysis, and trade studies to translate customer requirements into practical, cost-effective solutions.
• Present technical updates and recommendations to stakeholders within the NAVAIR program office.

The job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering, Computer Science, or at least 5 years of relevant NAVAIR Systems Engineering experience within a NAVAIR Program Management Activity (PMA).
• 3-5 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.
• Hands-on experience in the NAVAIR environment creating and maturing Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) through technical review and approval processes.

Equally Important:

• You are able to establish and maintain positive relationships with internal and external customers.
• You possess professional and effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• You take a proactive approach to your work and you're able to accomplish tasks with limited guidance and supervision.
• You have demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Your organizational skills allow you to manage competing priorities.

ASEC is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable laws.

Security Clearance Requirement:

• This position requires U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Secret clearance. Selected candidate will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Salary Range:

• The estimated salary range for this position will be $120,000 - $160,000 annually, based on an individual's level of experience and skill set. It is our goal at ASEC to provide equitable compensation to all employees.

Who We Are:

ASEC offers meaningful work and a culture that supports your professional and personal growth. We are a 100% employee-owned business focused on providing value and innovation in the areas of engineering, information technology, training, and logistics. We believe in doing what is right for the Warfighter, plain and simple. We encourage you to explore what makes us different, visit our website now!

Why work at ASEC?

• 100% employee-owned. Learn more about our ESOP plan here!
• Comprehensive benefits package (11 paid holidays, medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA/FSA, disability insurance, and more!)
• 401K match
• Tuition assistance (undergraduate and graduate)
• Veteran friendly
• Thriving employee culture
• Employee discount program

We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote the most qualified persons for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other status protected by law. ASEC will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they choose to inquire about, discuss, or disclose their own compensation or the compensation of another employee or applicant.