System Engineer (EW)

SRC, Inc

$122K — $149K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, preferably Electrical
  • 10+ years supporting advanced technology programs
  • Active Top Secret clearance with ability to hold SCI access
  • Operational experience with airborne Electronic Warfare (EW) platforms, particularly in mission planning and execution
  • 7+ years in classified environments, including SAP/SCI
  • Expertise in EW, radar, and communications systems test and evaluation
  • Knowledge of USAF and intelligence SIGINT enterprise

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary technical authority for Compass Call and Rivet Joint mission systems
  • Lead Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test Working Groups for EMBM
  • Review contractor plans for technical adequacy and best practices adherence
  • Draft and review requirements, specifications, and other technical documents
  • Coordinate technical reviews and engage external SMEs appropriately
  • Review technical reports for government and contractor forums
  • Summarize program events and action items for the team
  • Provide support for technical and budgetary processes, including evaluations and documentation
  • Serve as Ground Test Director for DT/OT flight tests and contribute to test planning

Benefits

  • Educational assistance programs
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance options
  • Retirement savings plan with company match
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Employee wellness programs
Full Job Description
is currently seeking an experienced System Engineer with operational experience in Electronic Combat to support the Electromagnetic Battle-Management (EMBM) program. This role combines hands-on operational expertise with advanced technical leadership to drive the development, integration, and testing of EW capabilities for Air Force and DoD systems, with a focus on airborne platforms.

What You'll Do
  • Serve as the primary EMBM technical authority for Compass Call and Rivet Joint mission systems, providing guidance in strategic meetings with Air Force and Electronic Attack (EA) partners
  • Lead Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test Working Groups for EMBM efforts
  • Review contractor plans and designs for technical adequacy and adherence to best engineering practices; advise the program integration team
  • Draft, coordinate, and review requirements, specification documents, and technical documentation
  • Coordinate technical reviews, including preparation of attendee lists and engagement of external subject matter experts (SMEs) as appropriate
  • Review technical reports and presentations for government and contractor forums
  • Provide summaries of program events and action items for the team
  • Provide expert support for technical, programmatic, and budgetary processes, including contract technical evaluations and USAF budgetary documentation
  • Serve as Ground Test Director for DT/OT flight tests; contribute to test planning, execution, and assessment
  • Contribute to and review test plans, reports, and supporting data to ensure operational and technical adequacy
  • Apply operational experience to advise on strategic Electronic Attack objectives and advanced capability projects

What You'll Bring
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering (Electrical preferred)
  • 10+ years supporting advanced technology programs
  • An active Top Secret with ability to hold SCI access required
  • Operational experience with airborne EW platforms (e.g., EA-37B, RC-135V/W) preferred and mission planning/execution
  • 7+ years working in classified environments to include SAP/SCI
  • Expertise in EW, radar, and communications systems test and evaluation
  • Knowledge of USAF and intelligence SIGINT enterprise
  • Current Top-Secret clearance with ability to hold SCI access
  • At least 4 years of operational experience with Electronic Warfare systems
  • Understanding of command, control and communications (C3) pertaining to USAF weapons system
  • An understanding of antenna parameters and performance
  • Experience with operational test and evaluation and/or interacting with test ranges

Total compensation for this role is market competitive. The anticipated salary range for this position based out of Syracuse, NY is estimated at $122,000 to $149,000 annually. The actual salary will vary based on applicant's experience, skills, and abilities, geographic location as well as other business and organizational needs. SRC offers competitive benefit options, for more details please visit our website.

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  • Location Fairborn, Ohio
  • Employment Type Full-Time Salaried
  • Experience Required 10+ Years
  • Education Required Bachelors Degree
  • Security Clearance Requirement Top Secret
  • Travel % 10

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