F-16 Mission Systems Subject Matter Expert

Canvas; United States; On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Canvas is seeking an F-16 Mission Systems Subject Matter Expert to lead the integration of F-16 modifications, providing expert support in mission systems architecture. This role requires a Bachelor’s degree and over ten years of experience in mission system engineering. The successful candidate will advise on F-16 avionics communication protocols, develop testing plans, and possess the ability to obtain security clearances. Competitive wages and comprehensive benefits package including medical, generous PTO, and retirement plans are offered.

Qualifications

• Ten or more years of F-16 mission system engineering experience.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance and be able to obtain Top Secret clearance if needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead integration of autonomy-enabling F-16 modification with the F-16 mission systems suite.
• Provide expert level support to Program Engineer, Test Engineers, Project Aircrew, and other program participants.
• Develop and refine Human Machine Interface (HMI) concepts.

Skills

F-16 mission system engineering

Team leadership

Expert knowledge of avionics architecture

Test planning and execution

Education

Bachelor's of Science in engineering, physics, or mathematics

Job description

Job Title: F-16 Mission Systems Subject Matter Expert

Location: Eglin AFB, FL - Niceville, FL

Canvas provides engineering services and technical solutions for customers in federal and commercial markets. We are recognized by our customers and industry partners for our ethical standards, world‑class technical expertise, and dedication to accomplish the mission in a responsive, efficient, and affordable manner.

Duties

• Lead integration of autonomy‑enabling F‑16 modification with the F‑16 mission systems suite.
• Lead the Mission Systems integration team to develop and integrate modification and plan testing.
• Provide advice and assistance to the 40 FLTS in current and anticipated tests encompassing system, subsystem, component, system‑of‑systems, advanced/emerging technologies, multi‑domain capabilities, and manned‑unmanned teaming and integration testing.
• Support program meetings, design reviews, configuration control boards, and present designs and findings at project meetings.
• Monitor flight test data displays and safety parameters; may act as Test Conductor, Test Director, Discipline Engineer, or other mission control‑room positions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's of Science in engineering, physics, or mathematics.
• Ten or more years of F‑16 mission system engineering experience.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance and be able to obtain Top Secret clearance if needed.

Other Essential Job Functions

• Provide expert level support to Program Engineer, Test Engineers, Project Aircrew, and other program participants.
• Advise program on F‑16 mission systems architecture, data bus protocols, communication protocols, technology integration, and test techniques.
• Act as architect for F‑16 modifications that interface the aircraft mission systems suite.
• Possess expert knowledge of the F‑16 avionics architecture, avionics communication protocols, and software suite capabilities.
• Lead integration of F‑16 modifications into the Software Integration Laboratory (SIL). Work with SIL engineers to troubleshoot installation problems, develop SIL‑specific software to enable modification hardware and software to interface SIL systems, and lead test events to collect critical data supporting aircraft modification and flight test.
• Lead development of the Mission Systems test plan and mission materials; have knowledge of Air Force Test Center (AFTC) test planning, safety planning, and test execution process.
• Develop and refine Human Machine Interface (HMI) concepts for delivery to team members developing F‑16 modifications. HMI may be located in aircraft, on carry‑on/carry‑off computers/tablets, or in ground‑based systems such as simulators and ground control stations.

Benefits of Working With Canvas

• Competitive Wages*
• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Generous company‑funded Basic Life Insurance
• Company‑funded Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability
• 11 Paid Federal Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Dependent Care and Medical Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match and 100% immediate vesting
• Tuition Reimbursement for ongoing training, continuing education, or advanced degree programs
• Robust Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Spot Awards for exemplary individual performance
• Discretionary performance‑based bonuses
• And many more!

Canvas is an equal opportunity employer and a VEVRAA federal contractor that offers equal employment opportunity to protected veterans and people with disabilities. Canvas has equal employment opportunities that are based upon a candidate's qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job and are free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. U.S. citizenship is required for most positions.