AF Acquisition Systems Engineer

at  Guidehouse

Job Family:
Systems Engineering
Travel Required:
Up to 10%
Clearance Required:
Ability to Obtain Secret
What You Will Do:
Join a high-performing acquisition engineering team supporting U.S. Air Force acquisition programs. This position is for a Systems Engineer – Technical Lead for the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center. Duties include applying knowledge and experience in systems engineering, policies, and procedures to acquire and sustain Air Force weapon systems, subsystems, acquisition programs, and product support strategies throughout their life cycles.

Systems Engineering responsibilities include the following:

• Focus on design assessment, integration, and management of complex systems over the product life cycle
• Plan and review technical plans, systems integration, requirements verification and validation, technical designs, cost and risk analysis, and supportability and effectiveness analysis
• Conduct formal and informal presentations, prepare technical reports, papers, and documents and participate in conferences and discussions related to assigned systems
• Prepare documentation and presentation material for program milestones
• Provide inputs on the evaluation of technical proposals

The candidate may also be required to perform a wide range of acquisition program office activities, such as: gathering acquisition program information; conducting planning and analyses for all acquisition phases; assisting in acquisition and sustainment strategy planning; tracking, and scheduling; implementing contractor performance status systems; assisting in establishing and maintaining databases; assisting in developing and analyzing key program metrics; assisting in developing and integrating risk management plans and strategies; supporting program briefings; and effectively communicating recommendations orally and in writing to higher organizational management.

What You Will Need:

• Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET Federal of DoD security clearance
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related engineering field (i.e. mechanical, materials, electrical, systems, aerospace, etc.)
• FIVE (5) years related work experience in weapon system acquisition or sustainment
• Knowledge and experience in engineering principles, criteria, and procedures to acquire and sustain DoD weapon systems throughout their life cycles
• Experience with the documentation and analysis of requirements, specifications, design, build, and test activities

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Experience in an acquisition program office (preferably fighter)
• Good Organization Skills and Ability to Work with Minimal Direction in a Changing Environment
• High Energy, Results Oriented, Self-Motivated /Self-Reliant, Team Player
• Strong Problem-Solving Skills
• Strong Interpersonal Skills with Ability to Interface with an Organization at all Levels

The annual salary range for this position is $118,000.00-$196,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.
What We Offer:
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Student Loan PayDown
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
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• Focus on design assessment, integration, and management of complex systems over the product life cycle
• Plan and review technical plans, systems integration, requirements verification and validation, technical designs, cost and risk analysis, and supportability and effectiveness analysis
• Conduct formal and informal presentations, prepare technical reports, papers, and documents and participate in conferences and discussions related to assigned systems
• Prepare documentation and presentation material for program milestones
• Provide inputs on the evaluation of technical proposal