Bowhead Support Services

C5ISR Engineer

Bowhead Support Services$150K — $166K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
  • 10+ years of relevant experience.
  • Familiarity with C5ISR technologies (e.g., Radios, Communication equipment, Night Vision Devices).
  • Experience with Foreign Military Sales (FMS).
  • Proficient in writing technical documents related to acquisition and evaluations.
  • Formal training in Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR) policies.
  • Effective communication skills with diverse groups.
  • Organizational skills with attention to detail and the big picture.

Responsibilities

  • Perform systems engineering for FMS country requirements.
  • Apply technical expertise on C5ISR systems like Combat Net Radio and Sensors.
  • Assess configuration management for equipment.
  • Analyze technical deliverables for FMS programs.
  • Vetting release of requested equipment per Security Assistance guidelines.
  • Conduct market research and analyze results.
  • Develop Acquisition Requirements Packages (ARPs) for contracts.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in defense with international collaborations.
  • Exposure to a variety of advanced C5ISR technologies.
  • Engagement with high-ranking government officials.
  • Professional growth opportunities in a specialized field.
  • Potential for travel, including overseas assignments.
Full Job Description
Overview

C5ISR Engineer (SAMD):

Bowhead is looking for a Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Engineer to join the Security Assistance Management Directorate (SAMD) effort located in APG,MD. The Engineer shall provide C5ISR (Command, Control, Computers, Communications, Cyber, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance) weapon system support and assist the FMS Case process for support to the SAMD directorate.

Responsibilities

  • Perform systems engineering and analysis of FMS country requirements.
  • Apply technical knowledge of C5ISR systems such as Combat Net Radio (CNR), Sensors (Firefinder Radars), SMART-T (COM), Night Vision, Intelligence, Electronic Warfare (IEW) and satellites
  • Assess configuration management of assigned equipment.
  • Analyze contract technical deliverables for adequacy and completeness for FMS programs, including system design documents, test plan and report documentation, operator and maintenance technical manuals, training documentation and materials.
  • Vet release of FMS country requested equipment in accordance with Chapter 3 of the Security Assistance Management Manual.
  • Conduct market research and analyze market research results.
  • Developing, for Government review and approval, Acquisition Requirements Packages (ARP) for definite and Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts. ARPs include, at a minimum: Statements of Work or Performance Work Statement, System Requirements Documents, Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs), Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCE), Source Selection Evaluation Plans (SSEPs), Quality Assurance Support Plans (QASP), OPSEC Cover Sheets.
  • Performing FMS case technical evaluations for Government approval and assessing technical requirements in accordance with Chapter 5.1.7.1.2 of the Security Assistance Management Manual.
  • Advise Source Selection Evaluation Boards (SSEBs) in accordance with Chapter 6.3 of the Security Assistance Management Manual.
  • Program briefs to organizations and customers utilizing Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel.
  • Assist the Government in preparing the following types of documents, which are not all-inclusive:
    • Justification and Approval (J&A) and Memo in Lieu of J&A
    • Country directed sole source awards
    • Undefinitized Contract Actions
    • Urgency Statements
    • Engineering Change Proposals
    • Contract modifications
  • Converse with a wide-range of technical skill-sets in supporting Security Assistance requirements for Country, Office of Security, DSCA/USASAC and vendors/industry partners.
  • Conduct and participate in witnessing test and acceptance events
  • Other duties as assigned.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree, in an Engineering or related field.
  • 10+ years of relevant experience.
  • Familiarity with multiple C5ISR technologies, such as Radios, Communication equipment, Night Vision Devices (NVDs), IT equipment, Generators, Sensors, and Satellites.
  • FMS experience
  • Experience writing technical documentations including ARPs, SOW/PWS, IGCE, Acquisition Plan, J&A, Technical Evaluations, MTCR Memos.
  • Formalized training completed in Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR)
  • Ability to prepare and brief senior management.
  • Effective communication with a wide range of groups including internal and external customers and high-ranking government officials
  • Highly organized with the ability to see both the details and the big picture.
  • The ability to ask the right questions to clarify and specify customer requirements needed to develop SOW/PWS documentation. Aptitude to work independently under general guidelines or objectives that supports a team goal.
  • Must be willing to travel, including OCONUS

Physical Demands:
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
  • Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically


Target salary range is between $150,000 - $166,000 commensurate with experience.

Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Bowhead considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must currently hold a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.

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About Bowhead Support Services

Bowhead Support Services is a defense contractor that provides a range of services to the U.S. government and other customers. The company was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia. Bowhead Support Services provides services in the areas of engineering, logistics, information technology, and security. The company has operations in the United States, Europe, and the Middle East. Bowhead Support Services is a subsidiary of Ukpea?vik Iñupiat Corporation, an Alaska Native corporation.
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Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$5 million
Founded
1996
5 Year Trend
+5%
Revenue
$100 million
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