Senior Infrared Sensing Systems Engineer

Serco

Eielson Air Force Base (AK)

On-site

USD 140,000 - 200,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Serco seeks a Senior Engineer to join the Fighters and Advanced Aircraft Infrared (IR) Sensing ICT team for the USAF at Wright Patterson AFB, OH. You will advise on engineering assessments, architectures, and modernization efforts to enhance mission effectiveness. Requires Top-Secret clearance with SCI/SAP eligibility and extensive DoD/DoW experience.

The role involves collaboration with senior leaders, cross-program alignment, and travel up to 10% CONUS to support enterprise decisions.

Qualifications

Active TOP-SECRET clearance with SCI/SAP access preferred.
Minimum 15 years of DoD/DoW engineering experience for Bachelor's track.
Minimum 10 years of DoW/DoD engineering experience for Master's track.

Responsibilities

Advise IR sensing ICT Lead with engineering assessments and architectural strategies.
Evaluate IR sensor systems and EO/IR architectures for mission effectiveness.
Interface with Materiel Leaders and Chief Engineers to align requirements and cross-program dependencies.
Collaborate with government, industry, and lab partners to analyze technical alternatives.
Assess risks, integration challenges, and tradeoffs for IR sensing capabilities across portfolios.
Develop technology roadmaps and modernization approaches for Air Force sensing capabilities.
Develop and brief engineering analyses and decision support products for leadership.
Advise on capability gaps, future needs, threats, and evolving tech opportunities.