Arcfield · 2 days ago
Nuclear Surety Lead Engineer
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$117K/yr - $203K/yr
6+ years expArcfield is seeking a Nuclear Surety Lead Engineer to support the Strategic Systems Programs Re-Entry Branch on the SLCM-N program. This role involves ensuring the safety, security, and reliability of strategic weapon systems while managing complex engineering execution and serving as a key technical liaison.
ConsultingManagement Consulting
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Oversee the integration of subsystems into a broader "System of Systems." You will identify, analyze, and resolve critical design issues and interface conflicts as they arise during the integration lifecycle
Apply a comprehensive understanding of Nuclear Surety standards (AFMAN 91-118/119, DoDI 3150.02) across the entire weapon system to ensure all engineering designs meet stringent DoD certification requirements
Lead engineering projects throughout their life cycle ensuring compliance with applicable government standards. This includes managing technical maturation through the Phase 6.X process (e.g., Phase 6.3 Development Engineering through Phase 6.6 Full Scale Production)
Act as the deputy to a government engineering lead, assisting them in all matters related to your assigned equities with the SP28 branch
Interface directly with government customers (DOE and DoD) and external partners, presenting technical findings and building strong collaborative relationships
Manage requirements for SLCM-N through the different acquisition phases and translate requirements to design needs
Formulate Plan of Action and Milestones for projects and is able to collaborate with multiple stakeholders to ensure milestone accomplishments
Conduct detailed system-level analysis, including performance modeling, trade studies, and risk assessments to identify and mitigate integration risks
Lead working groups as a Navy Chair stand-in for SP28 government personnel or serve as the lead engineer responsible for advising the Navy chair on all matters pertaining to the working group assigned
Act as a customer liaison representing the Re-Entry Branch at various meetings
Develop and review documentation and supporting material for technical accuracy
Engage in design reviews to ensure traceability of requirements and compliance
Coordinate with multiple stakeholders across multiple organizations for work performance
Be data and process driven with the ability to identify areas of concern and able to provide recommendations for overall improvement
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's (with 8-10 years of experience), Master's degree (with 6-8 years of experience), or PhD degree (with 3 - 5 years of experience) in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field. Education can be substituted for military service and subject matter expert knowledge on nuclear programs
Must possess and be able to maintain a TS/SCI clearance
Proven track record managing programs within the DoD 5000.02 framework and the Phase 6.X joint lifecycle
Strong background in Systems Integration, including resolving hardware/software interface issues in a 'System of Systems' environment
Exceptional ability to translate complex technical data into actionable executive briefings
A passion for learning, helping others, sharing team knowledge, and contributing value to the mission in any way possible
Preferred
Prior Submarine Navy Officer
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and chair formal working groups with external stakeholders (DOE, NNSA, AFNWC)
SSP Experience
Willingness to learn and become a subject matter expert with various system engineering tools
Benefits
Health Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Holiday Pay
Short Term and Long-Term Disability
Retirement and Savings
Learning and Development opportunities
Wellness programs
Other optional benefit elections
Company
Arcfield
Arcfield provides innovative solutions in systems engineering and integration.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
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Kevin Kelly
Chairman and CEO
Ted Fidder
Chief Technology Officer
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