Counter-UAS Engineer

Decision Technologies, Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive PTO

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) match

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Certifications

Job summary

Decision Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Low Mid-Level Counter-UAS Engineer in Arlington, VA for on-site work.

You will contribute to systems engineering, program support, and integration activities for Navy terminal defense systems, RAM and CIWS, with a requirement for a DoD SECRET clearance. Applicants should have at least 3 years of DoD systems engineering experience and a Master’s degree in a relevant field.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of DoD systems engineering experience.
• Experience with weapon systems integration or analysis.

Responsibilities

• Provide systems engineering and program acquisition support for Navy terminal defense systems across multiple ship classes.
• Support RAM software updates and integration of updated missile configurations with combat system baselines.
• Plan and coordinate RAM flight and performance testing; develop test objectives and briefings.

Skills

Systems engineering

Requirements analysis

Weapon systems integration

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s Degree

Job description

About Decision Technologies, Inc.

Decision Technologies was founded to help bridge the gap between Department of Defense and Federal Government acquisition programs and technology to help our customers optimize their decision-making process. Over the years, our areas of expertise have expanded to include Systems Engineering, Program Management, In-Service Engineering, Equipment Repair, Research and Development, Test and Evaluation, and Intelligence and Counterintelligence Support. Our growth and success have positioned us as a premier engineering and intelligence services provider contributing to our nation's defense.

Company Culture

Our company culture cultivates talented problem-solvers on focused on performance with industry-leading teamwork and responsiveness. We have established a reputation for offering superior services and solutions, proven integrity and innovation, employee engagement and development, and customer collaboration. Bring your expertise and knowledge to our team!

We are seeking a qualified Low Mid-Level Counter-UAS Engineer in Arlington, VA. This position is not eligible for hybrid or remote work situations. This is a 100% on-site, in-office position.

YOU MUST BE ELIGIBLE FOR A DOD SECRET CLEARANCE

Position Description

• Systems Engineering & Program Support: Provide systems engineering and program acquisition support for U.S. Navy Terminal Defense Systems, including RAM, SSDS, and emerging Counter-UAS (CUAS) weapon system integration efforts across multiple ship classes. Support design, development, production, and in-service activities.
• Software, Upgrades & Digital Engineering: Assist in managing digital efforts such as DevSecOps and Agile development-related activities. Support RAM software updates, Block upgrades, and reprogramming cycles by coordinating technical requirements, configuration changes, and the integration of updated missile configurations with operational combat system baselines.
• Testing & Flight Performance: Plan, coordinate, and support RAM flight and performance testing. Develop test plans, objectives, schedules, and technical briefings while coordinating government and industry stakeholders through test execution and post-test activities.
• Safety & Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3): Provide technical inputs in Safety and E3 areas, including reviewing and analyzing plans, schedules, tests, test results, and data packages. Support EMI studies, platform interference analysis, mitigation planning, safety qualification efforts, and the coordination of follow-on actions.
• Combat System Integration & Simulation: Provide technical inputs to envisioned integration methodologies according to various ship classes, combat system capabilities, and available sensors. Participate in integration studies, providing technical reviews and comments on simulation planning, proposals, and results.
• Tactical Integration & Fielding: Review and comment on firing policies, interface changes, and operator workloads. Support the fielding of emerging CUAS capabilities by coordinating technical qualification and working through Non-Permanent Change (NPC) requirements to enable fleet installation and deployment.
• Program Reporting & Documentation: Prepare technical documentation, senior-level briefings, and other reporting requirements. Actively participate in program and technical review meetings to evaluate integration impacts and implementation timelines.

Required Qualifications And Skills

• Low Mid: At least 3 years’ experience as a DoD systems engineer (non-IT systems) performing requirements analysis, weapon systems integration analysis, or weapon systems design

Desired Qualifications And Skills

• Master’s Degree in a relevant technical discipline
• Direct experience with systems engineering for specific Navy terminal defense systems such as RAM and CIWS.
• An active DoD SECRET clearance
• Ability to work effectively with team members and subcontractors from various technical, acquisition, and administrative disciplines
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills
• Ability to develop and deliver coherent and concise customer presentations

Travel Requirements

Limited travel requirements (<10%)

Compensation

Compensation at Decision Technologies, Inc. is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience; as well as contract‑specific affordability and organizational requirements.

Employee Benefits

• Competitive Paid Time Off
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical, Dependent Care & Commuter)
• Company paid Short Term, Long Term, Life and AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Certifications

Decision Technologies, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity that provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Pay Range

90,000 - 120,000 USD per year (Arlington, VA)