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Saalex

Junior Mission Planning Engineer

Lexington Park, MD · On-site

$65K - $95K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Junior Mission Planning Engineer supports the integration, sustainment, and operational use of mission planning systems across Naval Aviation platforms. Working under the guidance of senior ...

Zinnia Wealth Management

Paraplanner/Junior Planner

Ocala, FL · On-site

$60K - $75K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

At Zinnia Wealth Management, we believe that financial planning is about more than just numbers; it ... We are growing, and we are looking for a dedicated Paraplanner or Junior Planner to join our office ...

Sargent & Lundy

Junior Planner 2 Nuclear

Bridgman, MI

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Prepare or update planning documentation, material coordination inputs, status updates, turnover information, and closeout support. * Help verify scope definition, walkdown needs, resource ...

Sargent & Lundy

Junior Planner 3 Nuclear

Bridgman, MI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Prepare or update planning documentation, material coordination inputs, status updates, turnover information, and closeout support. * Help verify scope definition, walkdown needs, resource ...

MGM Transformers

Jr. ERP Planner

Commerce, CA · On-site

$24 - $28/hr

Junior ERP Planner Location: Department: Planning Department Reports To: SIOP Manager Job Summary: The Junior ERP Planner is responsible for supporting planning operations through the maintenance ...

Sargent & Lundy

Junior Planner 3 - Nuclear

Bridgman, MI · On-site

$74K - $113K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Prepare or update planning documentation, material coordination inputs, status updates, turnover information, and closeout support. * Help verify scope definition, walkdown needs, resource ...

Sargent & Lundy

Junior Planner 2 Nuclear

Bridgman, MI

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Prepare or update planning documentation, material coordination inputs, status updates, turnover information, and closeout support. * Help verify scope definition, walkdown needs, resource ...

Sargent & Lundy

Junior Planner 3 - Nuclear

Bridgman, MI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Prepare or update planning documentation, material coordination inputs, status updates, turnover information, and closeout support. * Help verify scope definition, walkdown needs, resource ...

Sargent & Lundy

Junior Planner 3 - Nuclear

Bridgman, MI · On-site

$74K - $113K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Prepare or update planning documentation, material coordination inputs, status updates, turnover information, and closeout support. * Help verify scope definition, walkdown needs, resource ...

Sargent & Lundy

Junior Planner 2 - Nuclear

Bridgman, MI · On-site

$69K - $99K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Prepare or update planning documentation, material coordination inputs, status updates, turnover information, and closeout support. * Help verify scope definition, walkdown needs, resource ...

Sargent & Lundy

Junior Planner 2 - Nuclear

Bridgman, MI · On-site

$69K - $99K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Prepare or update planning documentation, material coordination inputs, status updates, turnover information, and closeout support. * Help verify scope definition, walkdown needs, resource ...

Sargent & Lundy

Junior Planner 2 - Nuclear

Bridgman, MI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Prepare or update planning documentation, material coordination inputs, status updates, turnover information, and closeout support. * Help verify scope definition, walkdown needs, resource ...

Sargent & Lundy

Junior Planner 3 Nuclear

Bridgman, MI

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Prepare or update planning documentation, material coordination inputs, status updates, turnover information, and closeout support. * Help verify scope definition, walkdown needs, resource ...

MGM Transformer LLC

Jr. ERP Planner

Commerce, CA · On-site

$24 - $28/hr

Junior ERP Planner Location: Department: Planning Department Reports To: SIOP Manager Job Summary: The Junior ERP Planner is responsible for supporting planning operations through the maintenance ...

Forgent

Jr. ERP Planner

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$24 - $28/hr

Junior ERP Planner Location: Department: Planning Department Reports To: SIOP Manager Job Summary: The Junior ERP Planner is responsible for supporting planning operations through the maintenance ...

McAdams

Senior Planner

Winston Salem, NC

Provide guidance and mentorship to junior planning staff, fostering their professional development and ensuring the application of best practices in planning processes * Perform other duties as ...

Sargent & Lundy

Junior Planner 3 - Nuclear

Bridgman, MI

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Prepare or update planning documentation, material coordination inputs, status updates, turnover information, and closeout support. * Help verify scope definition, walkdown needs, resource ...

Sargent & Lundy

Junior Planner 2 - Nuclear

Bridgman, MI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Prepare or update planning documentation, material coordination inputs, status updates, turnover information, and closeout support. * Help verify scope definition, walkdown needs, resource ...

McAdams

Senior Planner

Winston Salem, NC · On-site

Provide guidance and mentorship to junior planning staff, fostering their professional development and ensuring the application of best practices in planning processes * Perform other duties as ...

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Junior Mission Planning Engineer

Saalex

Lexington Park, MD • On-site

$65K - $95K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

Greenfield Engineering, a Saalex Company is seeking a Junior Mission Planning Engineer in Patuxent River, MD. The Junior Mission Planning Engineer supports the integration, sustainment, and operational use of mission planning systems across Naval Aviation platforms. Working under the guidance of senior engineers and program teams, the incumbent assists with software integration, testing, and operational support activities to ensure mission planning capabilities meet fleet requirements.
Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $65k-$95k annually (depending on experience)
Work Location: Hybrid remote/in-office. (see onsite requirements below)
**On-site Requirements: This position requires the ability to work onsite at Patuxent River, MD 60%+ of the time.
Essential Functions:
  • Mission Planning Systems Engineering
    • Assist with integration, sustainment, and testing of mission planning systems across multiple platforms
    • Support lifecycle activities from development through operational use
  • Software Integration & Evaluation
    • Support evaluation of mission planning software functionality and interfaces
    • Assist in assessing system performance and operational suitability
  • Certification & Compliance Support
    • Assist in mission planning certification activities
    • Support verification and validation (V&V) efforts and documentation development
  • Operational Support
    • Support fleet users and platform teams with mission planning issues
    • Assist in troubleshooting system errors and supporting operational workflows
  • Mission Data Management
    • Assist with mission data loading, configuration management, and distribution processes
    • Support mission planning workflows and system configuration tracking
  • Coordination & Collaboration
    • Work within cross-functional teams including engineering, program offices, and operational units
    • Support coordination with software developers and system stakeholders
    • Other duties as assigned or required

Requirements
Required:
  • Exposure to mission planning systems (e.g., JMPS, VMPS, NOMS) through academic, military, or professional experience
  • Basic understanding of:
    • Systems engineering principles
    • Software integration and testing concepts
    • Requirements and configuration management
  • Understanding of aviation or mission planning concepts
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Ability to learn and operate in a fast-paced engineering environment

Desired:
  • Internship or early-career experience supporting mission planning or aviation systems
  • Exposure to DoD or Naval Aviation environments
  • Familiarity with mission data workflows or flight planning tools

Education/Years of Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering required and 0-3 years (internships/co-ops applicable) experience.
Security Clearance:
Active Secret clearance required. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.
Benefits
  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability
  • Training & Development
  • Wellness Resources
  • Stock Option Benefit

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