Applied Mission Engineer: Border Security Tech & Field Tests

LMI Consulting, LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 108,000 - 186,000; Full time

Job summary

LMI Consulting, LLC seeks an Applied Mission Engineer to support the DHS CBP PMO in Washington, DC. This role combines engineering expertise with evaluation and deployment planning to advance mission-critical capabilities for national security programs.

The ideal candidate will have RDT&E experience, strong technical writing and cross-functional collaboration skills, and be able to work with DHS/DOD stakeholders. U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Applied Physics, or related technical field preferred
• 5+ years of experience in applied engineering, technology evaluation, or systems development
• Familiarity with DHS or DOD acquisition processes, including SELC and test planning
• Excellent analytical, communication, and technical writing skills
• Experience working across technical and operational teams in mission-driven environments
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a CBP Background Investigation (BI) is required; active CBP BI preferred.

Responsibilities

• Apply subject matter expertise and evaluate border security technologies to inform investment decisions, support test and evaluation, and ensure operational relevance.
• Plan and execute technical demonstrations, field tests, and system evaluations, including data collection and results interpretation.
• Conduct structured technology assessments and capability reviews to identify emerging technologies with potential mission impact.
• Translate operational needs into technical requirements and actionable guidance with CBP stakeholders.
• Develop technical reports, white papers, and decision briefings to support investment planning and acquisition strategies.
• Support engineering and program planning by contributing to SELC tailoring plans, SEP, TEMP, and IMS.

Skills

Analytical

Technical writing

Communication

Cross-functional

Education

Electrical/Systems Eng

Job description

LMI Consulting, LLC seeks an Applied Mission Engineer to support the DHS CBP PMO in Washington, DC. This role combines engineering expertise with evaluation and deployment planning to advance mission-critical capabilities for national security programs.

The ideal candidate will have RDT&E experience, strong technical writing and cross-functional collaboration skills, and be able to work with DHS/DOD stakeholders. U.S.