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JRC Integrated Systems · 4 weeks ago

Deputy Chief Engineer

JRC Integrated Systems is a company that addresses challenges faced by the Department of Defense through engineering innovation and semiconductor technologies. They are seeking a highly skilled Deputy Chief Engineer to lead technical execution in missile system programs, ensuring compliance with engineering policies and standards.

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Responsibilities

Serve as principal technical advisor to the Chief Engineer and Program Manager on all system engineering and architecture matters
Lead system-of-systems integration across propulsion, guidance, control, fire control, and launch subsystems
Oversee Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), digital thread/twin management, and configuration control
Ensure design integrity through requirements traceability, verification, and validation processes
Chair Engineering Review Boards (ERB), Technical Risk Management Boards (TRMB), and Configuration Control Boards (CCB)
Develop and maintain the Systems Engineering Plan (SEP), Mission Assurance Plan, and Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP) inputs
Identify and mitigate technical risks across the system development lifecycle
Ensure technical rigor, compliance, and readiness for major technical reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, FRR)
Advise on acquisition strategy, cost/schedule/technical trade-offs, and milestone documentation
Mentor multidisciplinary government and contractor engineering teams to promote technical excellence and mission assurance

Qualification

Defense system engineeringModel-Based Systems EngineeringMissile systems designTechnical leadershipDoD 5000-series policiesDigital engineeringRequirements traceabilityMentoring engineering teamsAcquisition strategy adviceTechnical risk managementConfiguration controlCommunication skills

Required

A bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, Systems, or related discipline)
15+ years of experience in defense system engineering with 5 years in a technical leadership role on an MDAP
An active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility or have maintained an active TS clearance within the past two years
Extensive knowledge of DoD 5000-series acquisition policies, including DoDI 5000.88 and 5000.02
Demonstrated experience in missile systems design, integration, and verification
Proficiency in MBSE, digital engineering, and model-based data environments (Cameo, DOORS, Teamcenter)
Strong communication skills and ability to interface with OSD, Service PEOs, and FFRDC stakeholders
Ability to travel up 25%

Preferred

A master's degree in systems engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
DAWIA Advanced Certification in Engineering or Program Management
INCOSE CSEP/ESEP certification
Experience supporting nuclear-capable or strategic missile programs
Familiarity with DoDI 8510.01 (RMF), MIL-STD-882E (System Safety), and mission assurance processes

Benefits

A competitive compensation package
An exceptional employee benefits program, providing support for our team members' well-being and success
Opportunities for professional growth and development, helping you advance your career

Company

JRC Integrated Systems

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JRC Integrated Systems is a consulting firm that provides system engineering, cybersecurity, integrated logistics support and IT services.

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Growth Stage

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