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JRC Integrated Systems · 3 weeks ago

Senior Virginia Class Torpedo / Missile Systems Subject Matter Expert (Virginia-Class VPT)

JRC is a company that addresses critical challenges for the Department of Defense and government agencies through engineering innovation and semiconductor technologies. They are seeking a Senior Virginia Class Torpedo / Missile Systems Subject Matter Expert to provide expertise in weapons handling and operational employment for the Sea-Launched Cruise Missile – Nuclear capability, ensuring safe and effective integration and launch from Virginia-Class submarines.

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Responsibilities

Provide senior-level SME support to the SLCM-N development team, focusing on weapons handling and employment using the Virginia Payload Tube (VPT) system
Advise stakeholders on shipboard requirements for tactical cruise missile storage, movement, safety protocols, and launch preparation
Support the development and validation of system procedures, including handling diagrams, safety certifications, and training materials
Participate in system design reviews, load-out planning, casualty response reviews, and shore-based test events
Translate operational fleet requirements into executable design elements that ensure safe, secure, and mission-effective employment of nuclear-capable weapons
Coordinate with PEO SUB, PEO IWS, NUWC, SSP, and platform integrators to ensure operational feasibility of integration efforts and procedural changes
Assist in fielding strategy, logistics support planning, and stakeholder reviews to prepare for SLCM-N deployment aboard Virginia-Class submarines

Qualification

Virginia Payload Tube (VPT)Strike weapons handlingMunitions safetyTechnical communicationOperational submarine experienceNuclear-capable ordnance handlingWeapons safety regulationsFielding strategyLogistics support planning

Required

Retired U.S. Navy Torpedoman's Mate (E-7 or above)
At least 10 years of operational submarine experience, including direct work with strike weapons handling, munitions safety, and launch system procedures on Virginia-Class SSNs
Active or recently adjudicated DoD Secret clearance (TS/SCI preferred or ability to obtain)
Hands-on experience with Virginia Payload Tube (VPT) or legacy Tomahawk launch systems and weapons movement operations
Familiarity with strike mission protocols, nuclear-capable ordnance handling, and associated weapons safety regulations
Strong technical communication and documentation skills to provide meaningful input to acquisition, logistics, and integration teams
Ability to travel up to 25%

Preferred

Experience supporting nuclear weapon systems, missile development programs, or similar high-stakes ordnance handling environments
Previous involvement with Ordnance Handling Safety Review Board (OHSRB), weapon certification, or submarine load-out planning
Experience working with or supporting NUWC, PEO SUB/IWS, SSP, or Strategic Systems Programs
Familiarity with platform integration, strike mission architecture, and nuclear weapons surety practices

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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