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Lethality Engineer Jobs in Illinois (NOW HIRING)

Tactical Analyst

Virginia, IL · On-site

$125 - $140/hr

... fleet lethality, tactical proficiency, and warfighting readiness. The ideal candidate has deep ... Coordinate with program offices and combat system developers to identify technical issues, assess ...

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... lethality of Navy forces. Lead teams ranging from small 3-4 person deployable units to large ... science, engineering, or mathematics. Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general ...

... lethality of Navy forces. Lead teams ranging from small 3-4 person deployable units to large ... science, engineering, or mathematics. Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general ...

... lethality of Navy forces. Lead teams ranging from small 3-4 person deployable units to large ... science, engineering, or mathematics. Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general ...

... lethality of Navy forces. Lead teams ranging from small 3-4 person deployable units to large ... science, engineering, or mathematics. Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general ...

... lethality of Navy forces. Lead teams ranging from small 3-4 person deployable units to large ... science, engineering, or mathematics. Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general ...

... lethality of Navy forces. Lead teams ranging from small 3-4 person deployable units to large ... science, engineering, or mathematics. Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general ...

... lethality of Navy forces. Lead teams ranging from small 3-4 person deployable units to large ... science, engineering, or mathematics. Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general ...

... lethality of Navy forces. Lead teams ranging from small 3-4 person deployable units to large ... science, engineering, or mathematics. Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general ...

... lethality of Navy forces. Lead teams ranging from small 3-4 person deployable units to large ... science, engineering, or mathematics. Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general ...

... lethality of Navy forces. Lead teams ranging from small 3-4 person deployable units to large ... science, engineering, or mathematics. Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general ...

... lethality of Navy forces. Lead teams ranging from small 3-4 person deployable units to large ... science, engineering, or mathematics. Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general ...

... lethality of Navy forces. Lead teams ranging from small 3-4 person deployable units to large ... science, engineering, or mathematics. Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general ...

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What is the difference between Lethality Engineer vs Ballistics Engineer?

AspectLethality EngineerBallistics Engineer
Required CredentialsEngineering degree, security clearance, specialized trainingEngineering degree, physics or mechanical background, security clearance
Work EnvironmentDefense labs, military facilities, R&D centersResearch labs, military testing sites, manufacturing facilities
Employer & IndustryDefense contractors, military agenciesDefense contractors, military agencies
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Both Lethality Engineers and Ballistics Engineers work in defense and military sectors, often requiring similar credentials and working environments. While Lethality Engineers focus on developing and enhancing weapon effectiveness, Ballistics Engineers specialize in projectile behavior and trajectory analysis. Understanding these distinctions helps candidates identify the right career path within defense engineering fields.

What cities in Illinois are hiring for Lethality Engineer jobs?

Cities in Illinois with the most Lethality Engineer job openings:

Tactical Analyst

Tech Wizards

Virginia, IL • On-site

$125 - $140/hr

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Job description

Tech Wizards, Inc. is seeking a Senior-Level professional to support the SMWDC Tactical Analysis Cell. This position provides analytical and operational expertise across the Surface Warfare Enterprise to improve fleet lethality, tactical proficiency, and warfighting readiness.

The ideal candidate has deep experience with Navy combat systems, tactical watch standing, and mission analysis, and can translate technical findings into actionable recommendations for fleet operators, program offices, and command leadership.

Salary

$125,000-$140,000

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide data analysis and operational support for the Surface Warfare Enterprise.
  • Review shipboard combat systems data, validate configurations, assess use of published TTPs, and provide actionable fleet feedback.
  • Analyze technical data and solutions using tools such as DCD/ECS, PMA, ATRT, TIMBER, and FDC STORM.
  • Coordinate with program offices and combat system developers to identify technical issues, assess operational impact, and recommend mitigation strategies.
  • Draft and review white papers, SOPs, OPORDERs, OPTASKs, and related operational documents.
  • Establish timelines, analytic processes, and recurring event requirements for Dx/Dr during training and real-world events.
  • Develop and maintain dashboards and performance metrics to measure watch stander proficiency, combat system accuracy, radar performance, and doctrine alignment.
Required Qualifications
  • Qualified and experienced in a watch station with authority to employ the Aegis or SSDS Weapon System.
  • Experience as one or more of the following:
    • Tactical Action Officer (TAO)
    • Air Warfare Coordinator (AAWC)
    • Battle Watch Captain (BWC)
    • Combat Systems Coordinator (CSC)
    • BMD Watch Officer (BMDO)
    • Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI)
  • Experience using qualitative and quantitative assessment methods to evaluate warfighting readiness, capability, and capacity.
  • Experience in Navy Combat Systems development, rapid capability development, or post-weapons firing mission analysis of shipboard combat weapon systems.
  • Bachelor of Science degree required; additional relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Location
  • Dahlgren, Virginia
Security Clearance
  • Possess current Security Clearance of SECRET and TS/SCI eligible.

Tech Wizards, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic or national origin, ancestry, pregnancy (including childbirth or related condition), citizenship, familial status, mental or physical disability, veteran status, genetic information, other non-disqualifying disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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