Guidehouse · 4 months ago
Weapons System Engineer
US - OH, Beavercreek
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$135K/yr - $225K/yr
10+ years expGuidehouse is a leading consulting firm focused on delivering innovative solutions. They are seeking a Weapons System Engineer to join a high-performing acquisition engineering team supporting U.S. Air Force acquisition programs, applying systems engineering knowledge to acquire and sustain weapon systems throughout their life cycles.
AdviceConsultingManagement Consulting
No H1B
Security Clearance Required
Responsibilities
Join a high-performing acquisition engineering team supporting U.S. Air Force acquisition programs
Apply knowledge and experience in systems engineering, policies, and procedures to acquire and sustain Air Force weapon systems, subsystems, acquisition programs, and product support strategies throughout their life cycles
Evaluate multiple contractors' approach to one of the above mentioned engineering disciplines into conceptual designs
Focus on design assessment, integration, and management of complex systems over the product life cycle
Plan and review technical plans, systems integration, requirements verification and validation, technical designs, cost and risk analysis, and supportability and effectiveness analysis
Conduct formal and informal presentations, prepare technical reports, papers, and documents and participate in conferences and discussions related to assigned systems
Prepare documentation and presentation material for program milestones
Provide inputs on the evaluation of technical proposals
Gather acquisition program information; conduct planning and analyses for all acquisition phases; assist in acquisition and sustainment strategy planning; track, and schedule; implement contractor performance status systems; assist in establishing and maintaining databases; assist in developing and analyzing key program metrics; assist in developing and integrating risk management plans and strategies; support program briefings; and effectively communicate recommendations orally and in writing to higher organizational management
Qualification
Required
An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED 'TOP SECRET/SCI (TS/SCI)' Federal or DoD security clearance
Bachelor's degree
TEN (10) years experience in weapon system acquisition or sustainment to include engineering principles, criteria, and procedures to acquire and sustain DoD weapon systems throughout their life cycles
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in an engineering field
Experience in an acquisition program office (preferably fighter)
Experience with the documentation and analysis of requirements, specifications, design, build, and test activities
Good Organization Skills and Ability to Work with Minimal Direction in a Changing Environment
Clear understanding of the DoD acquisition and sustainment organizations
High Energy, Results Oriented, Self-Motivated /Self-Reliant, Team Player
Strong Problem-Solving Skills
Strong Interpersonal Skills with Ability to Interface with an Organization at all Levels
Ability to Work in a Dynamic, Fast Paced Environment
Ability to Multitask and Prioritize
Strong Attention to Detail
Initiative, Self-starter, Adaptable, and High Motivation for Excellence
Excellent Organizational, Communication, and Interpersonal Skills
Self-directed and Proactive
Master's degree in related area
Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Level II or above
Benefits
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend
Company
Guidehouse
Guidehouse offers consulting services for public and commercial markets with expertise in management, technology, and risk consulting.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.75MKey Investors
Mission Daybreak
2023-11-06Acquired
2023-02-16Grant· $0.75M
Leadership Team
Scott McIntyre
Chairman and CEO
Alicia Harkness
Partner
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