F-35 Systems Engineer

ACT1 Federal$125K — $150K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active SECRET clearance with eligibility for Special Access Requirements (SAR)
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering
  • Minimum of six years in military aerospace programs
  • Competency in systems and subsystems test and evaluation or system architecture design
  • Ability to thrive in dynamic environments
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and analyze engineering reports and test plans
  • Execute flight clearance processes using technical data
  • Provide airworthiness expertise and conduct safety assessments
  • Evaluate upgrades and modifications for impacts on airworthiness

Benefits

  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • 401K with employer match
  • Paid Time Off and Holidays
  • Education, Training & Professional Development Programs
Full Job Description
Position Title: F-35 Systems Engineer

Location: Arlington, VA (Crystal City)

Category: Funded

Schedule (FT/PT): FT

Travel Required: 10%

Shift: Day

Remote Type: Hybrid

Clearance required: Active Secret

Division: Aviation

Salary: $125,000-$150,000

Description: As an F-35 Systems Engineer, you will help the F-35 Joint Program Office fulfill its mission developing, testing, producing, fielding, and sustaining dominant 5th generation fighter capabilities for the United States military services and our allies around the world by ensuring F-35 aircraft and aircraft subsystems meet flight safety standards by verifying compliance with regulations, managing certification documents, and reviewing maintenance procedures.

Responsibilities:
  • Prepare, review, and analyze engineering reports, test plans, test reports, and other data, including specifications
  • Execute the flight clearance process applying technical data requirements
  • Provide airworthiness expertise and safety of flight and risk assessments for the issuance of flight clearances and aircraft engineering design and certification for F-35 operating countries and services
  • Evaluate F-35 systems upgrades and modifications for potential impacts to airworthiness
Requirements

  • SECRET Clearance with eligibility for SAR
  • BA/BS degree in engineering
  • Six years of experience in military aerospace programs
  • Knowledge and competency of one or more of the following:
    • Systems and subsystems test and evaluation
    • System architecture design and evaluation
    • Systems and software requirement analysis and allocation
    • System and subsystem level hardware-software integration
  • Ability to work in a highly dynamic environment
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications
  • Ability to travel (approximately 10%)

Benefits
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• ACT1 Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401K with employer match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Military Leave
• Education, Training & Professional Development
• Voluntary Accidental Injury/Critical Illness/Hospital Care
• Voluntary Pet Insurance, Legal Resources, and Identity Protection

Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.
  • If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you'll periodically work from a ACT1 Federal or client site facility.
  • If this position is listed as onsite, you'll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

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