Mission Systems Engineer, Journeyman Jobs

KAIROS Inc

Location:
United States, Patuxent River, Lexington Park

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

100000.00 - 145000.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

The Journeyman Mission Systems Engineer will provide technical and engineering support to the H-53 Heavy Lift Helicopter Program Office at Patuxent River Naval Air Station in Lexington Park, MD. The candidate will provide engineering support for mission and sensor systems and the evaluation of their technical performance, mission suitability and associated acquisition risks throughout the full acquisition process and lifecycle of a program.

Job Responsibility:

Support the design, development, and integration of mission systems for naval aviation platforms
Participate in Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) to address mission system issues and ensure alignment with program objectives
Perform systems engineering tasks, including requirements analysis, system design, and interface definition
Develop and maintain system documentation, including specifications, test plans, and technical reports
Conduct system-level testing and validation to ensure compliance with performance requirements
Collaborate with program managers, engineers, and stakeholders to define system capabilities and resolve technical challenges
Ensure compliance with Department of Defense (DoD) standards, acquisition processes, and cybersecurity requirements
Provide technical expertise during program reviews, systems engineering reviews, and airworthiness certification processes

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in technical or scientific field from an accredited college or university
Three (3) years of recent and relevant systems engineering experience, preferably supporting DoD or Navy programs
Strong understanding of systems engineering principles, including requirements analysis, system design, and testing
Familiarity with mission systems integration and sustainment for naval aviation platforms
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Must be able to complete the full background investigation
Active Secret Security Clearance with ability to obtain and maintain a higher clearance if required

What we offer:

Medical Coverage
Employer Paid Dental, Vision, Basic Life/AD&D, Short-Term/Long-Term Insurance
Health Savings Account with Contribution by Employer
401K Plan with Employer Matching
Annual Discretionary Bonuses
Paid Time Off
Eleven (11) Paid Holidays
Certification reimbursement program
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Rewards and recognition programs
Community outreach events through our KAIROS Kares group

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 09, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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