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AM Pierce & Associates, Inc. · 2 months ago

System Engineer, Senior (PMA-271)

Patuxent River,MD,US

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$165K/yr - $195K/yr

10+ years exp

AM Pierce & Associates, Inc. is a woman-owned small business providing Engineering & Research, Cyber, C5ISR, Program & Acquisition Management services. The Senior System Engineer will support PMA-271, focusing on advanced systems engineering for airborne command, control, and communications platforms, ensuring secure and resilient system designs.

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Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Provides advanced systems engineering support for PMA-271's airborne command, control, and communications (C3) platforms, including the E-6B Mercury. Performs duties in architecting, designing, integrating, and testing aircraft and weapons systems with a focus on mission-critical communication systems and survivability

Applies Mission Systems expertise in areas such as SATCOM, HF Radio, and strategic communications architectures, directly supporting PMA-271's nuclear command and control mission. Leverages a strong communications engineering background to ensure secure, resilient, and interoperable system designs across airborne and ground segments

Recommends improvements in testing equipment and techniques to enhance integration and verification processes

Serves in the role of System Architect, coordinating technical input from NAVAIR subject matter experts and translating that input into actionable technical recommendations for program engineering and program management

Provides ACAT I program experience, supporting high-visibility acquisition programs and ensuring adherence to DoD and NAVAIR systems engineering processes. Interfaces with system or program contractors, vendors, and government representatives regarding technical aspects of assigned programs and projects

Responsible for overseeing the efforts of less senior staff assigned to specific projects ensuring project procedures and controls are followed, managing staffing needs, and leading resolution efforts for technical challenges. Acts as a mentor to junior engineers, providing guidance, sharing expertise, and supporting professional development within the engineering team

Qualification

Systems EngineeringDoD Aircraft SystemsCommunication SystemsSATCOMCommunication SkillsMentoringTeam Collaboration

Required

Active DoD Secret Clearance, required

Bachelor of Arts or Science degree in related discipline

At least ten (10) years of experience in the Systems Engineering supporting DoD aircraft systems, DoD weapons systems, DoD systems or DoD support systems, consisting of the design, development, integration and system testing of computer hardware, computer software, and navigation, sensor and communication subsystems

Communication skills, versatile, flexible and willing to work on various programs/teams