Principal Mission Systems Engineer, IPT Lead
Core
Own mission systems architecture and operational employment concept for the Massed Modular Aircraft (MMA) program, translating USAF CONOPS/TTPs into engineering requirements for payload integration, sensor-to-shooter chains, and C2 interoperability.
Role type
Principal Mission Systems Engineer (IPT Lead)
Builds
Massed Modular Aircraft (MMA) platform for U.S. Air Force mission sets
Domain
Defense / Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) / Mission Systems Engineering
Required skills
Mission systems architecture, USAF CONOPS/TTPs translation, payload/sensor employment, C2 interoperability, mission planning, developmental/operational test planning, UAS mission operations, risk management, systems engineering requirements management
Preferred skills
Former USAF operator background, familiarity with USAF/joint tactical data links, DOW/DoD proposal efforts, modular/attritable aircraft program experience
Technologies
USAF C2 systems, tactical data links, Ground Control Station (GCS), avionics interfaces
Responsibilities
Own mission systems architecture including payload/sensor employment and mission execution logic; Translate USAF CONOPS/TTPs into traceable requirements; Define mission system interfaces with avionics, GCS, and C2 networks; Lead mission-level trade studies; Serve as primary interface to USAF operational stakeholders; Participate in wargaming and operational employment reviews; Develop mission threads/vignettes; Support developmental and operational test planning and execution; Define verification approach and test scenarios; Serve as senior technical authority at PDR/CDR/government meetings; Identify and manage mission systems risks
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with IPT Lead responsibilities