AV · 3 hours ago
Defense of Guam Senior Systems Engineer
AeroVironment (AV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems and tactical missile systems. They are seeking a Defense of Guam Senior Systems Engineer to support the Missile Defense Agency’s Program Office, ensuring effective integration of missile defense elements to protect Guam.
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Responsibilities
Perform integrated analysis and evaluation of DoG test events including Flight Tests, Ground Tests, and System Integration Check Out (SICO) activities
Participate in and support engineering milestones such as Preliminary and Critical Design Reviews (PDR/CDR), Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs), and technical assessments
Collaborate with stakeholders across MDA and supporting organizations to coordinate schedules, resolve issues, and ensure technical accuracy
Provide input on secure system design considerations, risk identification, and mitigation strategies
Lead or support technical interchange meetings (TIMs), action tracking, and meeting coordination
Develop executive-level briefings, technical papers, and correspondence for senior leaders, including Flag Officers and SES personnel
Coordinate GENser and SAP-level meetings and VTCs as needed
Represent the Government customer in IPTs, working groups, and forums
Apply engineering tools such as DOORS, Windchill, and Qlik for analysis and coordination
Support efforts related to system security, including compliance tracking or integration of cybersecurity inputs into engineering processes
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) field
Minimum of 12+ years of relevant systems engineering or technical experience for missile defense related programs
Active Secret clearance
Strong understanding of MDA systems engineering processes and procedures
Demonstrate understanding of system architecture and system
Experience with MDA system elements (e.g., Patriot, THAAD, Aegis, C2BMC)
Familiarity with secure development practices, configuration management, and cybersecurity-informed engineering
Knowledge of the Enterprise Task Management System 2 (ETMS2) and experience managing Congressional or routine taskers
Ability to operate independently and communicate effectively across diverse technical teams
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Project)
Skilled in developing and delivering technical briefings to senior decision-makers
U.S. Citizenship required
Preferred
A background that includes exposure to secure system development and cybersecurity-informed engineering practices
Benefits
Medical
Dental vision
401K with company matching
A 9/80 work schedule
A paid holiday shutdown
Company
AV
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