Communication Navigation Engineer

Job Type Full-time Description Key Responsibilities Engineering & Technical Support - Apply engineering and scientific principles to improve performance and sustainability of existing and future Air Force and joint service weapon systems. - Support application of MIL-HDBK-516C Airworthiness Certification Criteria to aircraft systems and subsystems. - Support System Integrity Programs including Mechanical Systems Integrity Program (MECSIP), Critical Safety Item (CSI) management, and airworthiness certification monitoring. Requirements Development & Analysis - Assist in translating operational/user requirements into weapon system requirements for design, development, testing, and deployment. - Support requirement and technology development into actionable plans, policies, and acquisition strategies. - Conduct system concept development, trade-off assessments, and technical/mission analyses. - Provide rapid response engineering support to address critical supportability and safety issues. Documentation & Programmatic Support - Assist in the preparation and review of key program documentation including ICD, ORD/CDD, CONOPS, CPD, SRD, SEP, TEMP, PESHE, PPP, TTPs, IAS, SCG, and other acquisition and technical documents. - Contribute to milestone reviews and the development of staff summaries and executive briefings. - Support and participate in program reviews and working groups (e.g., SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, TIM, PMR). Systems Engineering & Airworthiness - Assist in OSS&E (Operational Safety, Suitability, and Effectiveness) compliance per AF policy. - Support LCSE processes to ensure OSS&E is maintained throughout the system life cycle. - Conduct system safety program activities including mishap risk assessments, safety analyses, and mitigation support. - Participate in United States Air Force Smart Operations for the 21st Century (AFSO21) initiatives. Technical Evaluation & Risk Management Evaluate pr