Job Description

Applied Research Solutions is seeking a Senior Interdisciplinary Engineer providing support to the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center/PEO Electronic Systems Directorate (AFLCMC/ES). The Air Force Program Execution Office for PEO Electronic Systems (AFPEO/ES) has the collective AFMC mission responsibility to manage and execute the modernization, development, testing, production, fielding, and sustainment of the PEO Electronic Systems portfolio, which includes over 130 programs for the U.S. Air Force (USAF) and foreign allies. AFLCMC/ES is headquartered at Hanscom AFB, MA, with geographically separated operating units CONUS and OCONUS.

This position is with AFLCMC/ESA and will provide systems engineering support across the acquisition lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, development, test, operation, sustainment, and system disposal.

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.

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 Include:

The individual shall be able to:

• Provide mechanical and electrical engineering support for Air Force systems across development, modification, and sustainment activities.
• Support system upgrades, hardware changes, and engineering modifications, ensuring compliance with technical requirements.
• Perform technical analysis, data review, and evaluation of engineering changes, supporting fielded system improvements and sustainment needs.
• Assist with the design, planning, execution, analysis, and reporting of engineering tests, including FAA-related test procedures.
• Conduct engineering assessments at the component, subsystem, and system levels, focusing on performance, safety, and integration impacts.
• Review and verify technical documentation, drawings, engineering data, schematics, and specifications for accuracy and adequacy.
• Assist with test and evaluation by developing test documentation, executing procedures, collecting results, and preparing engineering reports.
• Provide engineering support for hardware integration, installation, configuration, and troubleshooting activities.
• Participate in engineering meetings, technical reviews, and working groups to support program actions and resolve technical issues.
• Evaluate contractor engineering proposals, technical data packages, modification requests, and related engineering deliverables.
• Support risk and issue tracking, technical planning, and coordination of engineering tasks related to modifications and sustainment.
• Other Duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must be a US citizen
• Must have and be able to maintain a Secret Clearance
• Bachelor's degree in engineering discipline (Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering)
• OR 15 years of directly related experience with 8 years in a DoD setting
• Reviewing technical data, drawings, and engineering documentation
• Supporting engineering changes, hardware modifications, and system upgrades
• Conducting tests, analyzing test data, and preparing engineering reports
• Familiarity with DoD acquisition environments and engineering activities supporting development, production, modification, and sustainment
• General knowledge of embedded systems, electrical hardware, mechanical hardware, or multi-platform equipment

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

Education: Bachelor's in professional engineering (Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering) from ABET-accredited program with 12 years of experience (5 in DoD) or Master's Degree from ABET-accredited program with 10 years of experience (5 in DoD)

Technical Skills

• Experience performing engineering work supporting hardware design, electrical systems, mechanical components, or avionics subsystems
• Experience leading or coordinating engineering tasks or engineering teams
• Experience with air traffic control equipment, avionics systems, or radar systems
• Experience supporting engineering testing, troubleshooting, or performance analysis

Interpersonal Skills

• Strong documentation and reporting skills
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and working groups
• Ability to evaluate and communicate technical requirements
• Problem-solving and critical thinking abilities

This position is located at Tinker AFB, OK

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.