Sr Missile Engineer

ECS

Arlington (VA)

On-site

USD 140,000 - 190,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Job summary

Everforth ECS in Arlington, VA is seeking a Senior Missile Engineer to oversee missile requirements across an integrated weapons platform for DoD and U.S. Navy programs with on-site client interaction.

Requirements: Active Top-Secret clearance, BS in Engineering, 10+ years in systems engineering/testing, and proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Travel up to 25%. Desirable: MS in Engineering, 15+ years, familiarity with Standard Missile/Navy systems. Salary $140,000–$190,000 per year.

Qualifications

  • Active Top-Secret Clearance.
  • 10+ years of hands-on experience in systems engineering, development, testing, and/or process management.
  • Strong understanding of agile development methodologies and project management principles.
  • Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
  • Willingness to travel up to 25% for mission-critical projects.
  • Prior experience in DoD/military projects.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the management, auditing, and validation of missile requirements and capabilities across an integrated weapons platform.
  • Provide program office and technical support services to DoD and U.S. Navy.
  • Coordinate tasks for vendors, contractors, and program office; monitor field activities and lab/contract activities.
  • Prepare technical and financial reports; attend monthly management/technical reviews.
  • Travel approximately 25% to support mission-critical projects.

Skills

Active TS Clearance
BS in Engineering
10+ years systems eng
Agile & PM principles
MS Excel/Word/PowerPoint
Travel 25% willingness
Customer-focused
Team player
DoD/military experience

Education

BS in Engineering or equivalent
Masters in Engineering

Tools

MS Excel
MS Word
PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description

Everforth ECS is searching for a

Arlington, VA.
Job Description

Everforth ECS is searching for a Senior Missile Engineer to support its work in Arlington, VA. We are seeking a Guided Missile/Systems of Systems engineer/analyst. This role involves overseeing the management, auditing, and validation of Missile requirements and capabilities across an integrated weapons platform. Experience with Department of Defense (DoD) or military projects is desired. Candidate will provide program office and technical support services to Department of Defense, U.S. Navy. The successful candidate will provide daily in-person client support during core business hours in Arlington, VA. Candidate will provide engineering and program management support in a highly visible, fast paced program office environment. Provide missile system engineering, test planning and execution, project management (technical, cost, schedule), and program office support and reporting. Monitor field activity, laboratory and vendor/contract technical and activities (including common missile components, obsolescence, technical instructions, recertification activities, test planning and support, etc.), financial status, and contract execution. Prepare technical and financial reports, summarize, and provide status updates. Coordinate tasking for vendors, contractors and program office. Attend monthly management/technical reviews with program office, laboratories, and vendors. Travel required (approximately 25%).

Required Skills
  • Active Top-Secret Clearance
  • BS in Engineering or equivalent experience
  • 10+ years of hands-on experience in systems engineering, development, testing, and/or process management
  • Strong understanding of agile development methodologies and project management principles
  • Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
  • Willingness to travel up to 25% for mission-critical projects
  • Customer-focused with a people/service-oriented mindset
  • Collaborative team player with a positive attitude
  • Prior experience in DoD/military projects.

Salary:$140,000 - $190,000

Desired Skills
  • Masters in Engineering
  • 15+ years of experience
  • Familiarity with Standard Missile systems and Navy weapon systems is highly desirable
  • Ability to navigate the interfaces between Government and contractor activities is a bonus
  • Experience in integrated weapons systems, particularly in missile or defense systems, is a significant plus.

ECS Federal LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis any characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local jurisdiction law.

Everforth ECS

is the federal segment of Everforth, a $4B global organization with over 10,000 employees. Our nearly 3,500 professionals deliver advanced technology solutions in data and AI, cybersecurity, and enterprise transformation, serving defense, intelligence, and federal civilian agencies. Our work powers mission-critical outcomes, strengthen technology partnerships, and creates meaningful opportunities for our people. We are defined by a commitment to excellence in delivery, a culture of innovation, and an environment where talent can thrive and grow.

We Value
  • Attracting and developing top talent and high-performing teams
  • Fostering a culture that is engaging, accountable, and mission-driven
Meet the challenge. Make a difference with Everforth ECS!

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