Aviation Warfare Systems Engineer (#CJ)

Tamayo Federal Solutions LLC (TFS LLC); Tidewater (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Referral program

Collaborative, mission-driven culture

Job summary

Tamayo Federal Solutions seeks an Aviation Warfare Systems Engineer within the Maritime Carrier Engineering Team to support New Construction Aircraft Carrier design managers and deputies.

You will coordinate installation, integration, testing, risk assessment, and cross-organization issue resolution with Government, shipbuilder and system commands to ensure on-time ship delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or Navy equivalent with relevant aviation warfare experience.
• Strong technical writing and clear communication skills are required.
• Ability to coordinate with Government, shipbuilder, program office, and test organizations.

Responsibilities

• Support installation, integration, testing, and risk assessment for shipboard warfare systems.
• Coordinate Installation Coordination Team and cross-team problem resolution.
• Communicate with Government and shipbuilder stakeholders to resolve technical matters.
• Ensure configurations are installed and tested per contract requirements and changes.
• Identify issues and coordinate with managers and subject matter experts for resolution.
• Support test programs and early evaluation activities for new construction ships.
• Establish forums for government and shipbuilder resource coordination.
• Resolve Government Furnished Equipment/Information questions during delivery.

Skills

Technical writing

Communication skills

Coordination with government/shipyard

Education

Bachelor’s degree or Navy equivalent

Job description

Description

Built on Integrity. Ready for the Mission.

At Tamayo Federal Solutions (TFS), we believe great missions are accomplished by great people—not just the most experienced, but those with the right mindset, integrity, and drive to grow. As an SBA-certified 8(a), Woman-Owned Small Business, TFS delivers high-impact, mission-focused solutions for federal customers nationwide. We are growing quickly and seeking motivated professionals who are ready to grow with us.

Our Identity Verification Process

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

Your Mission

Provide technical engineering support for Aviation Warfare Systems aboard new construction aircraft carriers by coordinating installation, integration, testing, risk assessment, and technical issue resolution across Government, shipbuilder, and system command stakeholders.

What You’ll Do

In this role, you will serve as an Aviation Warfare Systems Engineer within the Maritime Carrier Engineering Team, supporting New Construction Aircraft Carrier Ship Design Managers and their Deputies. You will report to the Aviation Systems Engineering Manager and help coordinate technical support, installation readiness, integration testing, Government Furnished Equipment and Government Furnished Information questions, and cross-organization issue resolution for Ford Class aircraft carrier Aviation Warfare Systems.

• Provide technical support and assess risk for technical decisions supporting Ford Class Ship Design Managers and the Aviation Systems Engineering Manager.
• Lead the Aviation Installation Coordination Team (ICT) and serve as a member of the Warfare Systems Installation Coordination Team.
• Provide communication and coordination among NAVAIR Program Acquisition Resource Managers, SUPSHIP Newport News, the shipbuilder, and other stakeholders to resolve Aviation Warfare Systems technical matters.
• Ensure Aviation Warfare System hardware and software configurations are properly installed and tested to support successful ship delivery in accordance with contract requirements and approved contract changes.
• Coordinate rapid resolution of ship integration issues discovered during installation and test through the Installation Coordination Team or supporting sub-teams.
• Identify technical issues to Program Acquisition Resource Managers, In‑Service Engineering Agents, subject matter experts, and system commands for resolution of installation, integration, and test issues identified by the Joint Test Group.
• Support an integrated test program through Obligation Work Limiting Date milestones.
• Maximize early systems assessment and evaluation testing within the C5I test and evaluation program for new construction.
• Leverage test objectives where possible through coordination with post‑ship‑delivery test program managers.
• Incorporate best practices from prior programs to support effective installation, integration, and testing approaches.
• Establish forums for Government teams and the shipbuilder to coordinate resources, products, and services needed to support Warfare System installation and testing within cost and schedule requirements.
• Assist with timely resolution of Government Furnished Equipment and Government Furnished Information questions identified by the shipbuilder and SUPSHIP Newport News before or during contract execution.
• Identify and coordinate Government resources needed to support the test program.

What Success Looks Like in This Role

Success in this position means enabling effective Aviation Warfare Systems installation, integration, testing, and technical issue resolution for new construction aircraft carriers. The ideal candidate brings strong shipboard aviation warfare systems experience, sound engineering judgment, clear technical writing and communication skills, and the ability to coordinate across NAVAIR, NAVSEA, SUPSHIP Newport News, the shipbuilder, program offices, technical authorities, and test organizations to support successful ship delivery.

Aligned To TFS Values

• People First
• Integrity Always
• Accountability in Action
• Mission‑Focused Leadership
• Continuous Improvement

Requirements

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or former U.S. Navy Aviation Limited Duty Officer, Chief Warrant Officer, or Chief Petty Officer with a minimum of ten years of relevant experience.
• Experience with U.S. Navy Aviation Warfare Systems aboard aircraft carriers or large deck amphibious ships; or experience working with or at a shipyard, Naval Air Warfare Center, Supervisor of Shipbuilding Command, Regional Maintenance Center, Type Commander, or similar organization supporting construction, operation, maintenance, modernization, or repair of shipboard aviation warfare equipment.
• Ability to support installation, integration, test planning, technical issue resolution, and risk assessment for shipboard warfare systems.
• Good technical writing and communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate professionally with Government, shipbuilder, program office, technical authority, and test organization stakeholders.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must possess an active DoD Secret clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with NAVAIR and NAVSEA.
• Experience working on CVN 78 and/or CVN 79.
• Experience supporting Ford Class aircraft carrier construction, installation, integration, or test activities.
• Experience coordinating across Program Acquisition Resource Managers, In‑Service Engineering Agents, subject matter experts, system commands, SUPSHIP Newport News, and shipbuilder teams.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods while working in an office or technical coordination environment.
• Must be able to move about inside an office or shipyard‑related work environment to attend meetings, access files, and coordinate with stakeholders.
• Must be able to communicate with co‑workers, management, Government customers, and shipbuilder personnel by email, phone, in‑person meetings, and virtual communication platforms.
• Must be able to review technical documentation, installation data, test information, and related engineering materials.
• Must be able to exchange accurate technical information in professional communication settings.

Why Join TFS

Tamayo Federal Solutions offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees professionally and personally. Final salary and benefits eligibility may vary based on position, contract requirements, full‑time or part‑time status, and applicable company policies.

Benefits

• 401(k) with matching
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Referral program
• A collaborative, mission‑driven company culture

Ready for the Mission?

If you’re looking for an opportunity to support Navy mission readiness by advancing Aviation Warfare Systems installation, integration, testing, and technical coordination for new construction aircraft carriers, you’re ready for the mission.

Salary Description

$120,000 – $145,000