Missile Systems Engineer

Decision Technologies seeks a qualified Missile Systems Engineer to join our Arlington, VA team.  

Position Description:

Decision Technologies, Inc. seeks a self-motivated individual who can provide immediate engineering expertise and technical support to surface ship weapons test and evaluation programs sponsored by the Program Acquisition Executive - Munitions. 

MUST HAVE AN ACTIVE TOP SECRET CLEARANCE

Responsibilities and Duties:  

• Participate in all aspects of Missile and Weapon System test planning, execution, data analysis, and results reporting by providing on-site technical and programmatic assistance to the Developmental Test Lead.
• Support multiple complex technical and programmatic development efforts at the same time.
• Provide support for test and evaluation planning, coordination, and execution services.
• Support includes reviewing test plans and other documentation, coordinating resources with external organizations, developing and managing test requirements and objectives, on-site support of test events, and reviewing data results.
• Interface with a geographically diverse team consisting of the USN Program Office, Navy Laboratories, Weapon System Design Agent, and test ranges. 
• Support the validation of test procedures at various facilities, including Navy Laboratories, test ranges, and the Weapon System Design Agent facilities.

• Participate in frequent technical interchange meetings and working groups to resolve issues as required.
• Support team meetings by coordinating personnel, developing and managing agendas, participating in discussions, and documenting action items. 
• Develop and present technical and programmatic material to technical and executive audiences.  
• Coordinate efforts and liaise between the program office, test range, and participating Navy and contractor organizations supporting T&E activities. 

Required Qualifications and Skills:  

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in engineering, science, or a technical discipline, or four (4) years of equivalent technical experience
• Active DoD Top Secret clearance
• 3+ Years of Missile Systems Engineering or Test and Evaluation (T&E) related experience related to DoD /Naval Weapons Systems / Missile Systems Engineering  
• Knowledge and skills: 
• • Test and Evaluation 
  • Systems Engineering 
  • Modeling and Simulation  
  • System Integration & Testing 
  • DoD / DoN Procedures and Policies (DoD 5000 Process) 
  • Problem solving & critical thinking
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication (oral and written) skills 
  • Communication across multi-functional teams 

Desired Qualifications and Skills:

• MS Office and Office 365 (Word, PPT, Excel, Project) proficiency 
• MS Teams proficiency  
• SharePoint or other digital visualization and collaboration environments

Work Location and Telework:

The primary work location is Arlington, VA. Candidates will be required to work on-site up to five (5) days per week based on customer requirements. Limited telework or work from a contractor location may be available with government approval.

Travel Requirements:

• Travel to prime contractors, government labs, and field activities supporting test activities and meetings. 
• Travel to test ranges in support of flight test event execution. 
• Travel requirements are generally flexible, with an average travel duration of 3-5 days at a rate of approximately one trip per month, depending on testing schedules. 

Compensation:

Compensation at Decision Technologies, Inc. is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements.

Employee Benefits:

• Competitive Paid Time Off
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical, Dependent Care & Commuter)
• Company paid Short Term, Long-Term, Life and AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Certifications

Decision Technologies, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. 

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.