Senior DMSMS & Avionics Lifecycle Engineer

Fairwinds Technologies, LLC; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 125,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairwinds Technologies, LLC is seeking an experienced DMS Engineer to support the AWACS airborne communications modernization program. The role focuses on obsolescence management, lifecycle sustainment planning, and mitigating supply chain risks for mission-critical avionics and ground systems.

The successful candidate will work with engineering, logistics, cybersecurity, suppliers, OEMs, and government stakeholders to develop and implement strategies that ensure long-term material availability

Qualifications

• 8+ years in DMSMS or sustainment engineering.
• Experience with avionics and military/aerospace platforms.
• Ability to interpret BOMs and technical data.
• Familiarity with lifecycle sustainment and supply chain risk management.

Responsibilities

• Develop DMSMS strategy for avionics and ground systems.
• Monitor obsolescence risks in hardware and software.
• Identify diminishing manufacturing sources and mitigation.
• Coordinate source qualification and bridge buys.
• Prepare DMSMS Life Cycle reports and PMR presentations.
• Maintain DMSMS databases and risk registers.

Skills

Analytical skills

Presentation skills

Technical writing

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

DAU Life Cycle Logistics Certification

Job description

Fairwinds Technologies, LLC is seeking an experienced DMS Engineer to support the AWACS airborne communications modernization program. The role focuses on obsolescence management, lifecycle sustainment planning, and mitigating supply chain risks for mission-critical avionics and ground systems.

The successful candidate will work with engineering, logistics, cybersecurity, suppliers, OEMs, and government stakeholders to develop and implement strategies that ensure long-term material availability