JMEWS Assistant Program Manager for Systems Engineering (APMSE) - Journeyman (ENDM24035)

Air Combat Effectiveness Consulting Group; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Systems Engineer to support critical programs in the defense sector. This role involves working closely with teams to ensure the effective integration and testing of advanced weapon systems. You will play a key part in coordinating technical data, managing engineering requirements, and facilitating communication among various stakeholders. With a focus on professional growth, this position offers a dynamic environment where your contributions will directly impact national security efforts. If you are passionate about engineering and want to make a difference, this opportunity is tailored for you.

Benefits

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) plan

Personal time off

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Systems Engineering for Naval programs preferred.
• BS or BA in relevant scientific discipline is required.

Responsibilities

• Support JMEWS IPTL and AUR APMSE with systems engineering tasks.
• Coordinate with SMEs and contractors for technical data and proposals.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Requirements Management

Technical Data Review

Integration and Test

Engineering Change Proposals

Education

MS or MA in Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics

BS or BA in Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics

Tools

Microsoft Office

Modeling Software

Job description

Description

ACE Group is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business that provides expertise in the operational application of current and future airborne weapons systems, with an emphasis on their lethality and survivability in the Battlespace. Our employees draw from a wealth of personal, professional and company experience to provide our Nation’s decision makers with the knowledge required to optimally equip our Armed Services with affordable, lethal and survivable weapons systems. We serve as our customers’ most trusted agents in their goal of producing enterprise-wide survivability investments and executable programs. We fill key roles within customer offices, offering critical knowledge regarding design, development, procurement, and test and evaluation of new and upgraded weapons and platforms. ACE Group’s philosophy is simple: Our success must be grounded on service and honest relationships. We focus on meeting the needs of our customers and employees, and trust that with those satisfied employees and satisfied customers, the business will take care of itself. ACE Group provides exciting opportunities for professional growth, and generous benefits, including personal time off, individual and family health, vision, and dental benefits, and 401(k).

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

This position supports the Joint Multiple Effects Warhead System (JMEWS) Integrated Product Team Lead (IPTL) and the All-Up-Round (AUR) Assistant Program Manager for Systems Engineering (APMSE). The primary responsibilities of the position will be to execute APMSE duties in support of the JMEWS ACAT III program. Duties include identifying potential problems, coordinating specific engineering competency solutions, conducting meetings and conferences, reviewing and commenting on technical data generated during the Engineering and Manufacturing Development thru Full Rate Production phases, engineering change proposals, preliminary specification change notices, preparing/reviewing contractor data requirements lists when required, AUR integration and other duties as assigned. Emphasis on systems engineering experience with requirements management, decomposition, and verification.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

• Assisting the JMEWS IPTL, Missile Systems IPTL, and AUR APMSE, with identifying & developing systems engineering and AUR integration requirements.
• Ensuring these requirements are addressed throughout program development, integration, and test.
• Developing and updating system interface control documents (ICDs).
• Managing & coordinating with NAVAIR Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and Prime Contractor representatives as required for technical data, Engineering Change Proposal (ECP) development, review & approval, and the review & approval of Technical Data Package (TDP) deliverables.
• Provides technical support for Statement of Work (SOW) development; conducting Engineering Investigations; providing technical leadership in responding to test and integration deficiencies.
• Coordinating system safety authorization (WSESRB).
• Coordinate, inform, and communicate efforts with various competencies, IPT members, contractors, subcontractors, and naval field activities.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENT:

• Position requires semi-frequent travel (CONUS) as needed to support various working groups, test events, integration efforts, etc. Not to exceed 40 hours per month (one week).

EXPERIENCE:

• (Desired) Five (5) years of recent and relevant experience. Three (3) of which are related to performing Systems Engineering functions in support of Naval programs, to include the Systems Engineering milestones and reviews of the Acquisition process and the associated documentation.
• (Minimum) Three (3) years of recent experience and relevant experience. Demonstrated knowledge in an area of engineering expertise is required.

EDUCATION:

• (Desired) MS or MA degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related engineering discipline.
• (Minimum) BS or BA degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related scientific discipline is required.

SECURITY:

• Active TS//SCI clearance with current background investigation is desired.
• At minimum, Active Top-Secret clearance with current background investigation is required.

ACE Consulting Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, ACE Consulting Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.