AFATDS Senior Systems Engineer (Contingent) Onsite

Prattwhitney; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vacation leave

401(k)

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer – SEIT to design, integrate, and test AFATDS/IFATDS capabilities onsite in Fort Wayne, IN. travel up to 60% may be required to CONUS/OCONUS locations. Must have DoD Secret clearance (or ability to obtain) and U.S. citizenship.

The role involves leading site surveys, providing SME guidance to PMs, developing program plans, and producing clear technical documentation for end users and management.

Qualifications

• Experience with military command and control applications such as AFATDS, Cannon Fire Control Systems, and/or Rocket/MLRS Fire Control Systems.
• Experience with Tactical Operations Center activities and familiarity with military networking operations in Artillery units at Battery and higher echelons.
• Typically requires 10+ years of experience in Artillery, Fire Support operations.
• Degree in STEM and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an advanced degree with minimum 3 years experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government secret clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Design, prepare and deliver capabilities briefings of AFATDS/IFATDS products for management, customers or end users at varying levels.
• Lead site surveys, report results and recommendations to management and end-users.
• Participate in program review meetings with customers and end-users.
• Provide SME advice to Program Managers during pre-contract and execution phases.
• Contribute to development of new program plans and SOW content.
• Perform system integration, verification and validation of IFATDS components.
• Write and edit technical documents communicating specifications to customers.

Skills

AFATDS/IFATDS

Command & control

Artillery systems

Tactical Operations Center

Technical communication

Education

STEM degree

Advanced degree in related field

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-07-20

Country: United States of America

Location: US-IN-FT WAYNE-150A ~ 1010 Production Rd ~ BLDG 150A

Position: Senior Systems Engineer – Systems Engineering Integration and Test (SEIT)

Role Type: Onsite

Security Clearance: DoD Secret – must obtain and maintain; U.S. citizenship required

Responsibilities

• Design, prepare and deliver capabilities briefings of all AFATDS / IFATDS products for audiences of management, customers or end users at various management levels.
• Lead site surveys, prepare reports, brief results and recommendations to management, customers and end‑user leadership.
• Participate in program review meetings with new and existing customers and end‑users.
• Support Program Managers (PM) with tactical and technical SME advice during pre‑contract and execution phases of projects as necessary.
• Participate in and contribute to development of new/future program plans.
• Provide inputs and recommendations toward establishment of proposal Statement of Work (SOW) and/or Project Work Scope (PWS) content.
• Perform technical planning, system integration, verification and validation of IFATDS software components.
• Write, rewrite and/or edit technical documents to communicate clearly and effectively technical specifications and instructions for delivery to customers / end‑users.
• Develop new or enhanced system and product requirements and capabilities, including external system integration enhancements.
• Travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations in support of program activities (expected travel: 25‑60% depending on operational tempo).

Qualifications

Must Have

• Experience with military command and control applications such as AFATDS, Cannon Fire Control Systems, and/or Rocket/MLRS Fire Control Systems.
• Experience with Tactical Operations Center activities and familiarity with military networking operations in Artillery units at Battery and higher echelons.
• Typically requires 10+ years of experience in Artillery, Fire Support operations.
• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued secret clearance is required.
• U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s/Master’s/PhD in Engineering, Science, Mathematics, Physics or Computer Science.
• Military Trainer (Army, USMC, Air Force, etc.).
• Preferably a platform certified Artillery instructor.
• Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) concepts and designs to personnel at various levels of management and military commands.
• SME in Artillery Command and Control functions, capabilities and activities and automated systems support for Artillery / Fire Support operations.
• An active SECRET, or higher, U.S. security clearance.
• Valid U.S. Passport.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching funds and a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
• Relocation assistance may be provided
• And more!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.