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POSITION: Avionics System Integrity Engineer LOCATION: Fairborn, Ohio, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base (WPAFB) REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE: Top Secret/SCI with SAP eligibility POSITION TYPE/STANDARD WORK HOURS: Full-time/40 hours per week/On-site WHO WE ARE: BTAS is a woman-owned small business with a legacy of supporting the Department of Defense since 1995. Located near Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Beavercreek, OH, we have been recognized nationally and regionally for our expertise in IT, Engineering, and Program Management. BTAS is committed to delivering exceptional quality to our customers while fostering a stimulating and fulfilling work environment that encourages teamwork and professional growth. POSITION SUMMARY: As an Avionics System Integrity Engineer, you will play a vital role in the development and execution of aircraft-level system integrity plans and programs for complex Foreign Military Sales (FMS) F-16 avionics systems. You will be responsible for defining and supporting technical program tasks, integrating system integrity plans into the overall program schedule, and facilitating ground and flight test verification processes to ensure avionics reliability and mission readiness. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: * System Integrity Planning and Execution: * Support the development and implementation of aircraft-level system integrity strategies and verification processes, including SCGs, AT, and IA programs. * Collaborate with stakeholders to design, develop, integrate, and verify avionics systems integrity, ensuring technical requirements align with F-16 modernization efforts. * Program and Schedule Management: * Support the integration of avionics technical tasks into the overall program schedule and airworthiness certification plan. * Regularly assess program progress, addressing technical challenges, and recommending course corrections as needed. * Technical Collaboration and Evaluation: * Partner with contractors and subcontractors to ensure alignment with F-16 Division/FB Directorate's engineering standards and operational goals. * Participate in proposal evaluations, including technical evaluations, fact-finding, and RFP development, assessing technical compliance with program requirements. * Documentation and Reporting: * Assist in preparing RFPs, Systems Requirements Documents (SRDs), SOWs, Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs), and other program documentation. * Provide technical expertise in formal and informal program reviews, risk assessments, and design reviews (e.g., SRR, PDR, CDR). * Stakeholder Interface and Support: * Interface with engineering leadership, including chief engineers, program managers, and military leadership within the F-16 Division and related organizations. * Support various F-16 programs and boards, including the F-16 Consolidated Board, F-16 JMCCT/B, and other safety and system groups. * FMS Support: * Assist in preparing technical requirements for LOA development and amendments. * Collaborate with LOA line managers to address technical and scheduling challenges, ensuring compliance with FMS obligations. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: * Must have an active DoD TS/SCI security clearance (with eligibility for higher read-ins). * Must possess and maintain a current Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP) certification. * MA/MS degree* plus 12 years of experience, five of which must be in the DoD. * OR a BA/BS degree* plus 15 years of experience, five of which must be in the DoD. * OR 20 years of directly related experience, eight of which must be in the DoD. *Degree must be from a college or university with an Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited engineering program(s) (e.g., electrical engineer, computer engineer or computer science). To find out if a school has an ABET accreditation, go to ABET accredited schools http://www.abet.org DESIRED QUALIFICATONS: * 10+ years of DoD acquisition program office experience. * Expertise in implementing U.S. military aircraft system integrity programs. * Expertise in implementing U.S. military aircraft AT programs. * Expertise in implementing U.S. military aircraft Information Assurance (IA) and SWA programs. * Experience with implementing U.S. military aircraft system integrity, AT, IA, and SWA programs. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This position does not supervise the work of others. WORK ENVIRONMENT: This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must be able to operate a computer and other standard office equipment. Must be able to remain in a stationary position, 80%. TRAVEL: Very little. OTHER DUTIES: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and/or activities may change at any time with or without notice. BTAS BENEFITS: A comprehensive benefits program, including paid time off, federal holidays, health coverage, 401K plan with generous company match is offered to all full-time employees. AAP / EEO STATEMENT: BTAS is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. BTAS is an E-Verify program participant.