Abacus Technology is seeking an Industrial Program Engineer to provide technical and acquisition support for the Global Hawk Program Office at Wright-Patterson AFB. This is a full-time position.

Provide general engineering support to the Global Hawk system development, production, deployment and support planning, coordination, and execution efforts, and support timely resolution of technical queries and engineering problems. Provide advisory assistance and draft documentation support for developing preparatory and summary information on the activities, action items, conclusions and recommendations related to meetings and reviews. Support internal Global Hawk acquisition processes including among other tasks configuration boards, program management reviews, airworthiness certification, technical interchange meetings, deficiency reporting, and configuration audits as directed by the Government to support program execution. Provide advisory assistance in developing system concepts, and in performing technological/trade-off study assessments of proposed designs. Plan, analyze, and evaluate efforts used to define total weapons systems/subsystem requirements, translate requirements into design criteria, evaluate alternative design approaches, develop system specifications, and perform technological/trade-off study assessments of proposed designs. Provide support in developing system performance requirements, objectives and integration, and the estimation of time and resources for system design, development, and support. Plan, analyze, and evaluate engineering and technical efforts used to define total weapons system/subsystem requirements, translating requirements into design criteria, evaluating alternative design approaches, and developing the system specifications. Coordinate special studies on design changes, recommending solutions to technical problems, and recommending different engineering approaches through the development phase and into production. Manage performance/cost relationships and analyze systems/equipment to ensure functional/operational integrity and reliability. Support engineering reviews and/or panels, develop evaluations and technical justifications of feasibility, practicability, and technical soundness. Perform airworthiness determinations, Military Flight Release (MFR) preparation, Modification Airworthiness Certification Criteria (MACC) development, and reportability determinations per the latest version of MIL-HDBK-516. Assist in conducting limited modeling, simulation, and analysis of the effects of individual modifications on the survivability/vulnerability of the platform. Provide systems engineering, technical guidance, and support to design, develop, manufacture, integrate, test, and deploy electronic sensors, aircraft signature reduction technology, and defensive avionics for airborne weapon systems to ensure total weapon system compatibility with the electromagnetic environment and to ensure aircraft survivability. Assist in reviewing the overall system design baseline (i.e., architecture and interoperability requirements). Perform analysis designed to ensure Operational Safety, Suitability and Effectiveness (OSS&E) of all supported weapons systems. Provide advisory assistance and draft documentation support by evaluating program technical risk and OSS&E, establishing risk mitigation plans, and overseeing program technical risk reduction efforts.

10+ years experience in systems engineering and acquisition support including at least 3 years in a DoD environment. Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Additional years of experience may be substituted for degree requirements. Thorough understanding of application software, operating systems, networks, storage platforms, and how they relate to system architecture. Experience working on each stage of the system development life cycle from initiation through deployment/sustainment. Demonstrated proficiency with process modeling and developing workflow diagrams. Able to elicit and interpret requirements and translate to technical specifications/system design following best practices and design patterns. Capable of using eSAMM. Possess and demonstrate knowledge of a wide range of multidisciplinary professional engineering concepts, principles, practices, standards, methods, techniques, materials, and equipment to effectively apply advanced engineering theories, principles, and concepts to project development, execution, and advisory services. Apply expertise in the field of engineering and extensive knowledge of the assigned functional area to assist in resolving unique or novel problems related to design and development engineering including having knowledge of: the principles of planning and program management; standard acquisition regulations, practices, and procedures; and other engineering disciplines used in support of sustainment, modification, and maintenance programs. Able to communicate with management, technical staff, and end users in a clear and professional manner. Experience with engineering practices, techniques, and standards. Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to develop and present technical presentations. Able to represent complex data in diagrams or through other techniques that communicate precise information to both business and technical staff. Proven ability to understand the strategic and tactical approach to projects and handle multiple projects concurrently. Must be a US citizen and hold a current Secret clearance.

Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled