Aircraft Data Loader Engineer

Protingent; Lexington Park (MD); On-site; USD 61,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance options

Education reimbursement

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) plan

Job summary

Protingent Staffing is seeking a Senior Aircraft Data Loader Systems Engineer for a contract‑to‑hire role in the Patuxent River, MD area. You will oversee avionics data loader systems, perform vendor evaluations, and drive testing and integration with a focus on data storage and processing architectures.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in Engineering with 8+ years of experience, including 3+ years in US Navy acquisition programs, and familiarity with NAVAIR SETR processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline with at least 8 years of professional experience.
• Minimum of 3 years supporting US Navy acquisition programs.
• Experience with NAVAIR SETR processes is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee avionics data loader systems and platform integration.
• Participate in vendor evaluation and SETR processes.
• Perform hands‑on testing, diagnostics, and integration in lab environments.
• Provide technical direction for US Navy data storage and processing architectures.

Skills

Systems engineering

Data loader systems

Avionics data storage

Data retrieval

System integration

Vendor evaluation

Lab testing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree in Systems Engineering (preferred)

Job description

Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract-to-hire opportunity for a Senior Aircraft Data Loader Systems Engineer supporting mission-critical aviation programs in the Patuxent River, Maryland area (Onsite). Job Description: Join an elite engineering team evaluating and integrating next-generation avionics data solutions for naval aviation platforms. In this role, you will apply your systems engineering expertise to evaluate vendor solutions for aircraft data storage, data retrieval, and data processing. Working alongside experienced engineering and aviation professionals, you will oversee system designs, perform hands‑on lab testing, and support platform integration in a dynamic, mission-focused environment.

Job Responsibilities:

• Avionics & Data Loader Oversight: Oversee the development, system design, and platform integration of advanced aircraft data loader avionics and data storage systems.
• Vendor Evaluation & SETR: Participate actively in the NAVAIR Systems Engineering Technical Review (SETR) process and evaluate vendor design and requirements documentation for technical accuracy and compliance.
• Testing & Integration: Perform hands‑on testing, diagnostics, and troubleshooting of data loaders in lab environments, collaborating with multi‑disciplinary engineering teams for aircraft integration.
• Acquisitions & Technical Expertise: Provide high‑level technical direction supporting US Navy acquisition programs, data recording devices, and data processing architectures.

Job Qualifications:

• Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline plus a minimum of 8 years of professional engineering experience.
• Acquisitions Exposure: Minimum of 3 years of direct experience supporting US Navy acquisition programs.
• Process Expertise: Demonstrated experience with NAVAIR Systems Engineering Technical Review (SETR) processes.

Preferred Job Qualifications:

• Advanced Degree: Master’s degree in Systems Engineering with a concentration in Avionics.
• Data Storage Domain Knowledge: Direct experience working with US Navy aircraft data recording, storage, and retrieval devices.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract-to-Hire
• Pay Rate Range: $44.00-$67.30/hr
• Location: Patuxent River, MD area (Onsite)
• Required US Citizenship -May be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance at the appropriate level.

Benefits Package:

• Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre‑tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.

About Protingent:

Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top‑tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.