Lead Systems Engineer

Avion Solutions, Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Avion Solutions, Inc., located in Huntsville, AL, seeks a Lead Systems Engineer to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) and oversee THAAD-related systems engineering and interoperability efforts. This role requires collaboration with international partners and leadership of technical design activities.

Ideal candidates have a strong background in THAAD, MILSATCOM, and DoD programs, plus 10+ years of experience, and the ability to obtain a DoD clearance. Travel up to 15% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related discipline; advanced degree may be preferred at this level.
• 10+ years of related professional experience.
• Technical understanding and experience with THAAD.
• Experience with DoD terrestrial and satellite communication systems (MILSATCOM).
• Develop and present reports and presentations to senior management-level personnel; exceptional written and verbal skills required.
• Works independently and/or leads teams to analyze and resolve problems.
• Familiarity with Missile Defense Agency, Ballistic Missile Defense System, and/or THAAD Program Office work efforts.
• Proficiency in system engineering and execution processes.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and have the ability to obtain/maintain a DoW security clearance.
• Must be able to travel up to 15% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Provide systems and interoperability engineering, analysis, and technical guidance regarding the THAAD weapon system with international partners.
• Assist the Engineering Lead with managing the technical aspects of all assigned force design work.
• Assist with international Tactical Data Link Architecture, attending data link conferences.
• Collaborate and coordinate on force design technical efforts with multiple external agencies and stakeholders.
• Identify deficiencies and shortcomings in planned or ongoing design reviews and provide options for fixing them.
• Document and communicate interim and final technical findings and results in a clear manner that is understandable to senior-level decision makers.
• Actively participate in regular and ad hoc force design meetings and technical exchanges.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interoperability engineering

Technical guidance

Report writing and presentation

Team leadership

THAAD knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Avion Solutions Inc., a 100% employee-owned company, is seeking candidates for a Lead Systems Engineer to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA). This position is located in Huntsville, AL.

Job Responsibilities/Duties:

• Provide systems and interoperability engineering, analysis, and technical guidance regarding the THAAD weapon system with international partners.
• Assist the Engineering Lead with managing the technical aspects of all assigned force design work.
• Assist with international Tactical Data Link Architecture, attending data link conferences.
• Collaborate and coordinate on force design technical efforts with multiple external agencies and stakeholders.
• Identify deficiencies and shortcomings in planned or ongoing design reviews and provide options for fixing them.
• Document and communicate interim and final technical findings and results in a clear manner that is understandable to senior-level decision makers.
• Actively participate in regular and ad hoc force design meetings and technical exchanges.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or an equivalent technical/scientific discipline specifically related to the area of specialty, and an Advanced degree may be preferred at this level.
• 10+ years of related professional experience.
• Technical understanding and experience with THAAD.
• Experience with DoD terrestrial and satellite communication systems (MILSATCOM).
• Develop and present reports and presentations to senior management-level personnel; exceptional written and verbal skills required.
• Works independently and/or leads teams to analyze and resolve problems.
• Familiarity with Missile Defense Agency, Ballistic Missile Defense System, and/or THAAD Program Office work efforts.
• Proficiency in system engineering and execution processes.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and have the ability to obtain/maintain a DoW security clearance.
• Must be able to travel up to 15% of the time.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in STEM and 12+ years working on missile defense-related or other complex, large DoD program/project.
• Tactical data links (TDL J, Link 11, Link 16) systems, encryption systems, precision timing systems (PNT), and DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Military experience with Air Defense Artillery, Theater High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD), and Common Data Link Interface-Module (CDLI-M).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
• Work within a collaborative environment composed of Government, prime contractor, subcontractor, and supporting contractor personnel in a badge-less contractor environment.
• Self-starter with enthusiasm and capacity to learn in a fast-paced environment.
• Prior experience within Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs.

Equal Opportunity:

Avion Solutions, Inc. reaffirms its belief in equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants. Avion Solutions, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and a VEVRAA-governed Federal Contractor that affords equal employment opportunity to protected veterans and people with disabilities. Avion Solutions, Inc. provides all employees and job applicants equal employment opportunities in hiring and promotion without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, religion, color, veteran status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, national origin, or any other reason prohibited by law.