Job Description

Applied Research Solutions is seeking a Senior General Interdisciplinary Engineer to support the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center /PEO Digital Directorate (AFLCMC/HB).

The Senior General/Interdisciplinary Engineer will apply engineering theories, principles, concepts, standards, and methods to extend or modify existing practices and resolve complex or novel problems. The role requires providing expert advice, developing innovative recommendations, and executing significant engineering efforts across the acquisition lifecycle.

This position supports the design, operation, and sustainment of systems and components from requirements analysis through system disposal and may include support to Foreign Military Sales (FMS).

This is a fulltime role at Hanscom, MA. Position is hybrid and a minimum of 2 days a week in office is required. Travel (~20%) to the Middle East (Jordan) as well as CONUS locations may also be required.

Why Work with us?

Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is respected as a world-class provider of technically integrated solutions as we deliver premier talent and technology across our focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support. Awarded a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, ARS recognizes that without our career- driven, loyal professionals, we would not be able to deliver state-of-the-art results for our mission partners. We firmly believe that prioritizing our employees is of the upmost importance. We provide a culture where our employees are challenged to meet their career goals and aspirations, while still obtaining a work/life balance. ARS employees are motivated through our industry competitive benefits package, our awards and recognition program, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers.

Responsibilities

In this Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) role, you will provide expert-level support to Department of Defense (DoD) programs by assisting government leadership with decision-making, planning, and execution throughout the acquisition lifecycle. You will apply your technical and/or professional expertise to ensure compliance with applicable policies and regulations, contribute to mission success, and help deliver critical capabilities to the warfighter.

Duties include, but not limited to:

• Apply engineering principles to extend or modify theories, concepts, and standard practices
• Resolve unique or complex technical problems and provide innovative solutions
• Provide expert advice to colleagues and government officials supporting broad program operations
• Develop and recommend strategies to advance programs, technologies, and engineering methods
• Execute significant engineering projects supporting program objectives
• Evaluate and assess emerging technologies, trends, and applications for applicability
• Investigate and anticipate issues impacting multiple engineering disciplines
• Support development of new standards, concepts, and approaches to improve program outcomes
• Assess and ensure integrity, quality, economy, and effectiveness of engineering programs
• Recommend solutions to resolve complex, conflicting, or controversial technical issues
• Provide engineering support across the full acquisition lifecycle (requirements through disposal)
• Support design, operation, and sustainment of systems and components
• Support Foreign Military Sales (FMS) activities as required
• Other Duties as required

Qualifications/ Technical Experience Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Active Secret Clearance
• 10+ years of directly related experience, six of which must be in DoD
• Experience supporting engineering and tactical efforts within DoD environments

Preferred Qualifications

Education: Master's Degree in a related professional engineer discipline and 5 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline, 3 years must be in the DOD.

Technical Skills

• Experience with USAF command and control reporting systems, tactical radar, shelter and radome systems, aircraft trainer pods, radios and communication systems, EW systems, or threat emitters
• Network engineering experience within a DoD environment (preferably command and control)

Interpersonal Skills

• Ability to provide expert guidance and recommendations to leadership
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to evaluate complex technical issues across multiple disciplines
• Effective communication skills supporting collaboration with government and contractor teams

Additional Information

Location: Hanscom AFB, MA

Travel: 20%

Position will be Hybrid with a minimum of 2 days a week in office.

The annual salary range: $135k - $150k. Salary is dependent upon the role and associated responsibilities, candidate's experience, and qualifications to include education/training, and key skills.

All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans and requires affirmative action by covered contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.