Defense Systems Mechanical Engineer – Analysis & Innovation

US National Air and Space Intelligence Center; Bath Township (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The US National Air and Space Intelligence Center seeks an engineer/scientist to apply mathematics, modeling, and engineering principles to air and space systems. This GG-12 position emphasizes high‑level analysis, data synthesis, and timely intelligence contributions.

The role requires a strong engineering foundation across electrical, electronics, mechanical, computer, or aerospace domains, plus the ability to work within DoD and intelligence communities.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree meeting ABET accreditation or equivalent.
• Thorough knowledge of physical and mathematical sciences in engineering.
• Experience in planning, development, fielding, and sustainment of complex systems.
• Ability to assess data, apply physics and engineering principles, and support decision making.
• Security procedures to manage classified material and agency structures.

Responsibilities

• Perform analyzes to support intelligence capabilities and threat assessments.
• Apply engineering and physics concepts to air/space systems such as defense and space operations.
• Develop and present technical assessments to senior audiences under deadline.

Skills

Engineering analysis

Data interpretation

Research methods

Written communication

Oral communication

Decision making under pressure

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

ABET-accredited program

Job description

The US National Air and Space Intelligence Center seeks an engineer/scientist to apply mathematics, modeling, and engineering principles to air and space systems. This GG-12 position emphasizes high‑level analysis, data synthesis, and timely intelligence contributions.

The role requires a strong engineering foundation across electrical, electronics, mechanical, computer, or aerospace domains, plus the ability to work within DoD and intelligence communities.