Senior Engineer, IR Sensing & Systems (Top Secret/SCI)

Serco; Ellsworth Air Force Base (SD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Serco is seeking a Senior Engineer to support the Fighters and Advanced Aircraft IR Sensing ICT for AFLCMC/WA. Based at Wright Patterson AFB, OH, you will advise on engineering strategies, assess IR sensing systems, and collaborate with senior leaders to align programs and modernization efforts.

The role requires an active TOP-SECRET clearance with SCI access, 15 years of DoD/DoW experience for the Bachelor's track (or 10 years with a Master’s) and SAP/SCI background, plus up to 10% travel.

Qualifications

• Active TOP-SECRET security clearance with SCI access and SAP eligibility.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering with a minimum of 15 years relevant DoD/DoW experience.
• Master’s degree or higher in Engineering with a minimum of 10 years relevant DoW experience.
• Minimum 3 years of SAP or SCI experience within the last 8 years.
• Up to 10% travel.

Responsibilities

• Advise IR Sensing ICT Lead with engineering assessments and architectural strategies.
• Evaluate IR sensor systems, EO/IR architectures, and modernization initiatives.
• Interface with Materiel Leaders, Chief Engineers, and senior stakeholders to align program requirements.
• Collaborate with government, industry, and operational stakeholders to analyze technical alternatives.
• Assess risks, integration challenges, and tradeoffs for IR sensing capabilities across weapon systems.
• Support technology roadmaps and modernization approaches for AF IR sensing capabilities.
• Develop and brief technical products and decision support for CTC activities.
• Advise leadership on capability gaps and emerging threats.

Skills

Active Top-Secret clearance

SCI experience

Travel up to 10%

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree in Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Serco is seeking a Senior Engineer to support the Fighters and Advanced Aircraft IR Sensing ICT for AFLCMC/WA. Based at Wright Patterson AFB, OH, you will advise on engineering strategies, assess IR sensing systems, and collaborate with senior leaders to align programs and modernization efforts.

The role requires an active TOP-SECRET clearance with SCI access, 15 years of DoD/DoW experience for the Bachelor's track (or 10 years with a Master’s) and SAP/SCI background, plus up to 10% travel.