Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, TSC
Senior Aircraft/Missile Systems Engineer
Washington, DC · Senior · Contract
No sponsorship$60k-$301kDetected 31 days ago
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About the role
- TSC is seeking a highly experienced Aircraft/Missile Systems Engineer to play a central role in the development of next generation hypersonic capabilities under the NRL/ONR FLASH program.
- This position involves leading systems engineering activities across the full lifecycle of an advanced hypersonic vehicle and requires deep technical expertise in missile or aircraft systems, subsystem integration, and GNC development.
- Direct experience in hypersonics and/or established relationships at NAVAIR (NAWCWD, PMA 242, PMA 259) or NAVSEA (PEO IWS) is highly valuable.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a key member of the systems engineering team, leading the specification and overseeing the procurement or build of a hypersonic vehicle.
- Develop and manage Technical Performance Metrics (budgets and KPPs) to define and monitor vehicle development, including airworthiness, navigation, control, and stability requirements.
- Collaborate with aerodynamicists to define Design Reference Missions to evaluate vehicle performance and guide system design.
- Work with Intelligence Community partners to assess system capabilities against adversary systems and adjust requirements to ensure operational overmatch.
Requirements
- Experience working with hypersonics or experience at NAVAIR or NAVSEA
- Hands-on experience with GNC systems, actuator technologies, power systems, telemetry and flight test instrumentation.
- Experience with digital engineering, modeling/simulation environments and system level performance modeling.
- Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to interface effectively with government sponsors, technical teams, and senior decision-makers.
Nice to have
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering (or related field) plus 20 years or more of systems engineering experience
- Preferred Requirements:
- Active secret clearance is preferred
Compensation
- TSC offers a stable work environment, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefit package; including ESOP participation, 401k Plan, Flexible Work Schedules, Tuition Reimbursement, Co-Sponsored Health Plan, Paid Leave and much more.
Benefits
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Visa & Work Authorization
- US Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance
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