Senior Targets Production Engineer – Missile Defense

Gov Solutions Group; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 135,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and holidays

401(k) with company match

Development/training programs

Impactful work supporting warfighter

Job summary

GovSG in Huntsville, AL seeks a Senior Targets Production Engineer to verify that missile flight hardware and propulsion systems meet baseline standards and flight-worthiness. You will audit designs, review manufacturing processes, and enforce compliance with AIAA S-113 and related aerospace standards.

The role requires a BS in a STEM field with 7+ years in missile defense or large DoD programs, plus strong technical writing and presentation skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in STEM with 7+ years in missile defense or DoD programs.
• Demonstrated knowledge of AIAA S-113 and related standards.
• Ability to interpret drawings, ECOs/ECPs, and manufacturing work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Audit prime contractor engineering designs, drawing packages, manufacturing processes to ensure compliance with baseline specs and flight-worthiness requirements.
• Apply AIAA S-113 and related standards to assess ordnance, explosive devices, and propulsion subsystems across design and production phases.
• Participate in technical baseline reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, MRR, FRR) with objective evidence for mission assurance.
• Evaluate MRB dispositions, deviations, and waivers; oversee FRBs to ensure proper CAPA actions.
• Review and approve QTPs/ATPs and test results; serve as on-site witness during critical testing events.
• Lead IPT meetings with supplier partners to maintain schedule alignment and rapid technical problem resolution.

Skills

DoD Secret clearance

Technical writing

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in STEM

Job description

GovSG in Huntsville, AL seeks a Senior Targets Production Engineer to verify that missile flight hardware and propulsion systems meet baseline standards and flight-worthiness. You will audit designs, review manufacturing processes, and enforce compliance with AIAA S-113 and related aerospace standards.

The role requires a BS in a STEM field with 7+ years in missile defense or large DoD programs, plus strong technical writing and presentation skills.