Avionics Engineer (Evergreen)

Odyssey; Patuxent Highland (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Odyssey is seeking an experienced Avionics Integration Engineer to join our talent community for anticipated opportunities at Naval Air Station Patuxent River, MD. This evergreen requisition targets professionals with avionics, systems engineering, and DoD experience to support AFLCMC/WI ISR/SOF initiatives.

Role involves designing, integrating, testing, and deploying airborne systems, including embedded software and maintenance systems, with a focus on safety, security, and compliance.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship is required.
• Current Secret clearance with ability to obtain Top Secret.
• Bachelor’s degree with 3 years DoD experience, or 7 years directly related with 5 in DoD.
• Master’s/Doctorate with 10 years DoD experience, or 15–30 years total with 8–20 in DoD.

Responsibilities

• Support anti-tamper compliance and IA assessment.
• Produce artifacts in systems integration, OSS&E, airworthiness, safety, and Life Cycle Systems Engineering.
• Lead rotary wing avionics integration focusing on tactical data links and identification tech.
• Coordinate with structures, crew systems, manufacturing, and system safety teams.
• Assist with information management certification/accreditation; develop IA controls.
• Support FCA/PCA audits, aircraft certifications, and geospatial data updates.

Skills

Avionics integration

Systems engineering

Rotary wing avionics

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Master’s/Doctorate in related field

Tools

MIL-HDBK-516C

MIL-STD-882

DAFI 63-1201

Job description

Evergreen (Pipeline) Requisition

This is an evergreen position designed to pro-actively identify and engage highly qualified candidates for future openings across Odyssey’s portfolio of acquisition and program management support efforts. While this role is not currently tied to a specific contract, selected candidates may be considered for upcoming positions based on their experience, qualifications, and program needs.

Position Summary

Evergreen (Pipeline) Requisition

This is an evergreen position designed to pro-actively identify and engage highly qualified candidates for future openings across Odyssey’s portfolio of acquisition and program management support efforts. While this role is not currently tied to a specific contract, selected candidates may be considered for upcoming positions based on their experience, qualifications, and program needs.

Odyssey

is seeking experienced Avionics Integration Engineers at various levels to join our talent community for anticipated opportunities supporting the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance (ISR) and Special Operations Forces (SOF) Directorate (AFLCMC/WI) at Naval Air Station Patuxent River, MD.

This role assists in providing avionics engineering, consultation, and support to design, develop, manufacture, integrate, test, and deploy supportable airborne weapon systems, including integrated avionics, embedded computer systems, software, and electronic maintenance systems.

Responsibilities

Duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Support anti-tamper compliance and IA assessment
• Providing knowledge and guidance and producing artifacts where required in the following areas: systems integration, OSS&E, airworthiness certification, safety, and Life Cycle Systems Engineering.
• Serve as a specialist in rotary wing avionics systems integration, focusing on tactical data links, position location, display, digital interphone, and identification technologies.
• Coordinate with various engineering teams such as structures, crew systems, manufacturing, and system safety.
• Assist with information management certification/accreditation; develop IA controls, test strategies, identify and mitigate risks to secure interim or full authority to operate.
• Support FCA/PCA audits, aircraft/simulator certifications, technical evaluations, environmental and hazardous material management, deficiency reporting, mission planning system integration, and geospatial data updates.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Citizenship: Must be a US Citizen

Clearance: Current Secret clearance with ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance

Education And Experience

Journeyman:

Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field and 3 years of related experience, 3 of which must be in the DoD; OR, 7 years of directly related, 5 of which must be in the DoD.

Senior:

Master’s or Doctorate Degree in a related field and 10 years of related experience in the, 5 years of which must be in the DoD; OR Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 12 years of related experience, 5 of which must be in the DoD; OR, 15 years of directly related experience, 8 of which must be in the DoD

Principal:

Master’s or Doctorate Degree in a related field and at least 20 years of related experience, 12 years of which must be in the DoD; OR Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 25 years of related experience, 15 years of which must be in the DoD; OR, 30 years of directly related experience, 20 years of which must be in the DoD.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current Top Secret clearance
• ABET-accredited Engineering degree
• Experience with rotary wing avionics systems integration
• Familiarity with FCA/PCA audits and certifications

Technical Skills

Additionally, the successful candidate will demonstrate the following:

• Strong background in information assurance and risk mitigation.
• Knowledge of MIL-HDBK-516C, MIL-STD-882, and DAFI 63-1201 standards.

Interpersonal Skills

• Ability to clearly communicate complex technical information
• Ability to lead and guide multidisciplinary teams
• Effective problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills
• Strong organization and attention to detail
• Adaptability in fast‑changing technical environments
• Sound professional judgment when handling sensitive information

Additional Information

Location:

Naval Air Station Patuxent River, MD

Travel:

May be required depending on program needs

Work Environment:

Onsite

This is an evergreen position designed to pro-actively identify and engage highly qualified candidates for future openings across Odyssey’s portfolio of acquisition and program management support efforts. While this role is not currently tied to a specific contract, selected candidates may be considered for upcoming positions based on their experience, qualifications, and program needs.

Company Overview

Odyssey

is a world-class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey meets the military’s operational needs by integrating layered defense systems from equipment, technology, and services to data, information, and business operations. We streamline defense acquisition and sustainment, engineering the technical battlefield with domain-specific proficiency to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution, peak organizational performance, and fostering a workplace built on employee care.

Odyssey is proud to live out our core values of commitment, ambition, and respect in our work and communities through OdysseyCares , a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations, an employer match program, and volunteering events.