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ABOUT THIS POSITION

KBR is seeking a Senior Engineer for technical oversight and management of F-22 Airworthiness support activities as well as acquisition related support to the F-22 program office at Wright-Patterson AFB, OH.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Prospective candidates shall apply an understanding of DoD, USAF, and common engineering/scientific principles, processes, and procedures to improve performance and sustainability of existing and future USAF and joint service weapon systems. Key tasking and demonstrated experience for prospective candidates shall include:

• Having an understanding of applying MIL-HDBK-516C, Airworthiness Certification Criteria, to aircraft systems and subsystems
• Assistig in translating user requirements into weapon system requirements, which will be used to design, develop, fabricate, test, and evaluate weapon systems, subsystems, and equipment for eventual fielding and deployment. Assist with the development of requirements and technology needs into action plans and policies necessary to improve and retain world-class manufacturing, operations, re-manufacturing, and de-militarization/disposal of weapon system capabilities within the USAF
• Perform technical/mission analyses of existing and future operational requirements, assist in developing system concepts, and perform technological/trade-off assessments of proposed designs/modifications
• Provide rapid response engineering service and support as augmentation to organic resources through in-depth problem identification, impact assessment, and development of corrective actions for critical supportability problems
• Perform material solution analyses leading up to design reviews and produce or support development of draft documentation and presentation materials as requested or necessitated by programmatic constraints based on cost, schedule, and performance
• Provide support to produce or review products that include the following: technical evaluations/plans; engineering studies, reports, and analyses; and acquisition strategies/plans, including but not limited to: ICD; ORD/CDD; CONOPS; CPD; System Requirements Documents; System specifications; Weapon System Prime Contractor/Subcontractor RFPs; System Engineering Plans (SEPs); TEMPs; Acceptance Test Procedures (ATPs); Qualification Test Procedures; program Environmental, Safety, and Occupational Health (ESOH) evaluations; information support plans; Program Protection Plans (PPPs); Information Assurance Strategies; Security Classification Guides (SCGs); alternative live fire T&E plans; Clinger-Cohen Act compliance; Consideration of technology issues; Data management strategies; Chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear survivability assessments; Net-centric data strategies; Spectrum supportability determinations; Technical data rights strategies; Technology readiness assessments; and Manufacturing readiness assessments
• Develop and collect technical data and inputs for staff summary packages and executive briefings to support coordination and signature of all associated documents for milestone approvals
• Analyze equipment and software deficiencies, make recommendations for equipment and software deficiency corrections, and monitor the development, integration, and testing of equipment and software deficiency solutions
• Assist the Government in the engineering evaluation of prime and subcontractor recommendations for operational and support issues, such as: Evaluations of Advance Change Study Notices (ACSNs), Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), Contractor Change Proposals (CCPs), FAA bulletins, modification proposals, Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS), program risk, and related documents
• Support the development and evaluation of the IMP, IMS, and systems engineering detailed schedule engineering cost estimates
• Support the F-22 Division in the performance of disciplined engineering activities to assure Operational Safety, Suitability, and Effectiveness (OSS&E) for all products. The Contractor shall follow the Life Cycle Systems Engineering (LCSE) and OSS&E-related AFIs and all lower level supplements and related documents including applicable OIs. The Contractor shall assist with establishing, implementing, and adhering to LCSE processes to ensure OSS&E compliance is achieved and maintained. Aid the USAF in reviewing and updating the OSS&E Baseline Document and shall support the USAF in the identification of OSS&E elements, progress reporting of OSS&E metrics, and interaction with other organizations to ensure continued OSS&E compliance
• Support the mechanical systems integrity program, maintain and update the critical safety item list, and monitor airworthiness certification for F-22 Division aircraft.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• MS/MA is required and 10+ years of directly related experience with a minimum of three years of which must be within the DoD. Undergraduate engineering degree from a college or university with an Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited engineering program(s) for the degree requirements of the position (e.g., electrical, mechanical, aerospace, etc.). Degrees in engineering technology do not qualify for these positions. Or
• BS/BA is required and 12+ years of directly related experience with a minimum of five years of which must be within the DoD. Undergraduate engineering degree from a college or university with an Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited engineering program(s) for the degree requirements of the position (e.g., electrical, mechanical, aerospace, etc.). Degrees in engineering technology do not qualify for these positions. Or
• 15+ years of directly related experience with proper certifications, with five years of which must be in the DoD
• Additionally, candidates shall possess at least five years of recent mechanical system engineering experience with the F-22 or other fighter/bomber aircraft in the modernization and sustainment phase of their life cycle. The experience shall include general mechanical/aerospace engineering, designing, developing, and/or testing of mechanical components and systems for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use employing knowledge of mechanical theory and materials properties.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen

CLEARANCE: Secret with ability to obtain Program Access

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.