Flight Systems Engineer at JRC Integrated Systems

<div class="content-intro"><p></p> <p><strong><span style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Who We Are</span></strong><span style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">&nbsp;(<a href="https://bit.ly/3hKrw6h" target="_blank"><span style="color: #337ab7;">video</span></a>)</span></p> <p><span style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">At JRC, we tackle some of the toughest challenges faced by the Department of Defense (DoD) and other government agencies. Our expertise in engineering innovation and semiconductor technologies allows us to deliver mission-critical microelectronics solutions, aerospace systems engineering, and cutting-edge research and development. By joining JRC, you’ll be part of a team that supports strategic deterrence and defense missions, playing a crucial role in ensuring the safety and security of the United States and its allies.</span></p> <p></p></div><div>🚀<strong>Join JRC's Missiles and Space Team!</strong></div> <div> <p>The Flight Systems Engineer (FSE) serves as the critical technical contributor to the LOC Missile System Integration section for a Department of War (DoW) Category 1D Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP) missile system. This position is responsible for the end-to-end integration of warhead and payload – ensuring the flight systems architecture meets mission, safety, surety, performance requirement.</p> </div> <p>💼<strong>What You'll Do</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Serve</strong> as critical technical contributor reporting to the LOC Missile System Integration Section Head on all payload segment design, manufacturing, and integration efforts.&nbsp;</li> <li><strong>Support </strong>command efforts to ensure compliance with Nuclear Weapons System Surety and Safety requirements.</li> <li><strong>Co-Lead </strong>and support where appropriate the development, issuance, and maintenance of the Flight System to Payload Interface Control Document (ICD) and related functional specifications.</li> <li><strong>Plan</strong> and execute flight system to payload integration activities, ensuring clear hand offs between payload and shipboard integration work streams.</li> <li><strong>Lead </strong>hardware in the loop (HWIL) and software in the loop (SWIL) verification of the payload interface; define test procedures, success criteria, and analyze results.</li> <li><strong>Identify</strong>, assess, and mitigate/enable technical risks/opportunities specific to the payload interface; track mitigation/enabling actions.</li> <li><strong>Provide</strong> technical input to Engineering Review Boards (ERB), Technical Risk and Opportunities Management Boards (TRMB), and Configuration Control Boards (CCB) as the payload interface subject matter expert.</li> <li><strong>Contribute</strong> payload interface content to the Systems Engineering Plan (SEP), Mission Assurance Plan, and Test &amp; Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP).</li> <li><strong>Assist </strong>in the oversight of Integration and Test efforts for the LOC missile inclusive of hardware, instrumentation, data-collection, post-test analysis, and ship-integration.</li> <li><strong>Prepare </strong>and present payload integration status for major technical and programmatic LOC reviews.</li> <li><strong>Advise</strong> and contribute on flight system cost/schedule/technical trade-offs, and its documentation.</li> </ul> <p>🧠<strong>What You Bring to the Table</strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, Systems, or related discipline).</li> <li>Minimum 7 years of defense related systems engineering experience on missile or aerospace MDAPs.</li> <li>Demonstrated experience in payload integration, flight system to payload interface definition, and hardware/software verification (HWIL/SWIL).</li> <li>Demonstrated experience in missile systems design, integration, and verification.</li> <li>Proficiency in authoring and managing ICDs, functional specifications, and requirements traceability matrices.</li> <li>Strong communication skills and ability to interface with OSD, Service PAEs, and FFRDC stakeholders.</li> <li>Active Top Secret clearance (SCI eligibility required).</li> </ul> <p>⭐<strong>Bonus Points</strong></p> <ul> <li>10 years of defense related systems engineering experience on missile or aerospace MDAPs.</li> <li>DAWIA Advanced Certification in Engineering or Program Management.</li> <li>Experience supporting sea-based nuclear-capable or strategic missile programs.</li> <li>Prior SSP, NNSA, or Navy experience with nuclear weapons programs.</li> </ul> <h2>Additional Information:</h2> <p>This position requires regular interaction with senior DoW, FFRDC, and industry leadership. <strong>Travel (~50%)</strong> to test ranges, contractor facilities, weapons facilities, and government labs is required to support technical and programmatic reviews, integration events, and milestone readiness assessments.</p><div class="content-conclusion"><p></p> <p><strong><em>At JRC we offer...</em></strong></p> <ul> <li>A competitive compensation package</li> <li>An exceptional employee benefits program, providing support for our team members' well-being and success</li> <li>The chance to contribute to a high-profile Department of Defense programs and make a positive impact</li> <li>A collaborative work environment where teamwork, creativity, and innovation thrive</li> <li>Opportunities for professional growth and development, helping you advance your career</li> </ul> <p></p></div>