Systems Engineer

Job Overview

This job will be accepting candidate submissions until 25 February 2025.

Join our dynamic Systems Engineering and Program Management division as a General Engineer, where you will play a pivotal role in driving innovative solutions and shaping the future of our organization. You will have the opportunity to work on complex, high-visibility projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and implement cutting-edge systems and technologies. If you're a versatile and motivated engineering professional looking to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to join our team and contribute to our mission.

Position Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Utilizes multidisciplinary engineering knowledge in areas such as aerospace, chemical, materials, mechanical, computer, electronics, and/or systems engineering to establish a culture of Science and Technology (S&T) Program Management (PM) excellence within AFRL
• Uses engineering and PM experience to assist in the development and maintenance of policies and processes that instill S&T PM cost, schedule and performance rigor and discipline within AFRL
• Works with AFRL Chief Engineers to establish PM policies, Cross-directorate PM processes, PM standards and metrics, and Tools and training important for successful S&T PM
• Works closely with AFRL HQ functional organizations to ensure the utilization of sound engineering and PM practices in S&T program planning, development and execution
• Provides guidance and assistance in establishing program baselines and conducting PM reviews
• Provides engineering expertise to AFRL acquisition strategy panels and multifunction independent review team activities as well as functional assistance to Inspector General Visit activities
• Provides technical expertise to the AFRL Digital Enterprise to facilitate incorporation of digital engineering practices across the enterprise
• Collaborates with SAF/AQR and AFRL/XPT on program transition and maintains schedule and briefing content for Research Master List programs briefed to the AFRL commander

Eligible for a Referral Bonus?

Yes

Required Qualifications

• US Citizenship

• General Engineer (0801):  To meet the eligibility of a General Engineer, applicants must meet the following basic requirements. Degree in Engineering. The program must have been ABET accredited.  For a full description of the 0801 requirements, see the following Occupational Requirements here:  https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/files/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf

• Must have at least one year of specialized experience at the next lowest grade level or equivalent grade level of the position being advertised

• Ability to obtain and maintain appropriate security clearance

• This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment, and participation in random drug testing

• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov 

Desired Qualifications

• Real-world Systems Engineering experience

• Experience in DAF systems acquisition, including SPO and R&D

• Experience managing AFRL programs utilizing best practices of Systems Engineering and Program Management

• Ability to work within a team structure, whether in organization or cross-organizational

• Expert communication skills to articulate and build consensus around path forward; and, to work with customers and other stakeholders

Additional Information

• Incentives may/may not be authorized
• Travel may be required for the position

(Req 81238)

Series

0801