Deputy Branch Engineer — Missiles & Space Systems

JRC Integrated Systems; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Employee benefits program

Contribution to DoD programs

Collaborative work environment

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

JRC Integrated Systems in Washington, DC is seeking a Deputy Branch Engineer to lead systems engineering for a major DoD missile program. You will advise on architecture, integration, and readiness, guiding test plans and reviews while ensuring safety standards and compliance.

The role requires 15+ years in defense engineering, an active TS clearance, and strong MBSE/digital engineering skills, with substantial travel to test ranges and facilities as needed.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret clearance required with SCI eligibility.
• 15+ years in defense system engineering with MDAP leadership.
• Experience with missile systems design, integration and verification.
• Proficiency in MBSE, digital engineering, and model-based data environments.

Responsibilities

• Serve as principal technical advisor to the Branch Engineer and PM on systems engineering matters.
• Support system integration across propulsion, guidance, control, and launch subsystems.
• Ensure compliance with Nuclear Weapons System Surety and Safety requirements.
• Oversee configuration data governance from requirements to test artifacts.
• Ensure design integrity throughTraceability, verification, and validation processes.
• Support ERB, ROMB, and CCB boards and program reviews.
• Assist SEP, Mission Assurance Plan, and TEMP inputs and reviews.
• Oversee integration and test activities for LOC missile and ship integration.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks across lifecycle and reviews.
• Advise on acquisition strategy, cost, schedule, and milestones.
• Mentor multidisciplinary teams to promote technical excellence.

Skills

Top Secret clearance

MBSE

Digital engineering

Strong communication

Technical leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Cameo

DOORS

Teamcenter

Job description

JRC Integrated Systems in Washington, DC is seeking a Deputy Branch Engineer to lead systems engineering for a major DoD missile program. You will advise on architecture, integration, and readiness, guiding test plans and reviews while ensuring safety standards and compliance.

The role requires 15+ years in defense engineering, an active TS clearance, and strong MBSE/digital engineering skills, with substantial travel to test ranges and facilities as needed.