JRC Integrated Systems

Defense and government systems engineering consulting

Missile Integration Engineer - Flight to Shipboard Integration Engineer

Spacecraft & Launch Vehicle SystemsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeWashington, DC, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Engineering, specifically Mechanical, Electrical, Systems, or a related discipline.
At least 7 years of defense-related systems engineering experience on missile or aerospace Major Defense Acquisition Programs (MDAPs).
At least 2 years of experience working with naval shipboard systems or mission planning.
An active Department of War Secret clearance, or having held an active clearance within the last 2 years, with eligibility for Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI).
Strong communication skills and the ability to communicate complex subject matter to non-technical personnel.

Responsibilities

Serve as a critical technical contributor reporting to the LOC Missile System Integration Section Head on interface design between the flight vehicle and submarine.
Support system integration efforts across flight vehicle, control, fire control, and launch subsystems.
Oversee development of flight vehicle simulators, including high-fidelity guidance test sets (GTS).
Serve as the lead liaison between the flight vehicle and shipboard branches.
Support Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), digital thread/twin management, and configuration control.
Ensure design integrity through requirements traceability, verification, and validation processes.
Plan and execute flight system-to-payload integration activities, ensuring clear handoffs between flight and shipboard integration work streams.
Lead hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) and software-in-the-loop (SWIL) verification of the flight-to-shipboard interface; define test procedures and success criteria, and analyze results.
Identify, assess, and mitigate or enable technical risks and opportunities specific to the payload interface, and track mitigation or enabling actions.
Provide technical input to Engineering Review Boards (ERB), Technical Risk and Opportunities Management Boards (TRMB), and Configuration Control Boards (CCB) as the flight-to-shipboard interface subject matter expert.
Contribute flight-system-to-shipboard-interface content to the Systems Engineering Plan (SEP), Mission Assurance Plan, and Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP).
Assist in overseeing integration and test efforts for the LOC missile, including hardware, instrumentation, data collection, post-test analysis, and ship integration.
Prepare and present flight-to-shipboard integration status for major technical and programmatic LOC reviews.
Advise on and contribute to flight-system cost, schedule, and technical trade-offs and their documentation.

Desired Qualifications

A master's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
10 years of defense-related systems engineering experience on missile or aerospace MDAPs.
Experience working onboard Virginia-class submarines, with the Tomahawk Weapons System, or with Tomahawk Mission Planning.
DAWIA Advanced Certification in Engineering or Program Management.
Experience supporting nuclear-capable or strategic missile programs.
Sea-launch platform experience such as SSN, SSBN, and SSGN.
An active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.

Who We Are (video)

At JRC, we tackle some of the toughest challenges faced by the Department of War (DoW) and other government agencies. Our expertise in engineering innovation and semiconductor technologies allows us to deliver mission-critical microelectronics solutions, aerospace systems engineering, and cutting-edge research and development. By joining JRC, you’ll be part of a team that supports strategic deterrence and defense missions, playing a crucial role in ensuring the safety and security of the United States and its allies.

🚀Join JRC's Missiles & Space Team!

Help Integrate Advanced Missile Systems with Next-Generation Naval Platforms

Join JRC’s engineering team and play a key role in integrating an advanced missile flight vehicle with the U.S. Navy’s Virginia-class submarines. As a Missile Integration Engineer, you’ll work alongside government and industry partners to solve complex engineering challenges, develop and validate system interfaces, and ensure the missile and submarine systems operate together as intended.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to mission-critical defense technology, collaborate across multiple engineering disciplines, and support the integration, testing, and verification of sophisticated missile systems. Your technical expertise will help ensure system compatibility, design integrity, and mission readiness.

💼What You'll Do

Serve as critical technical contributor reporting to the LOC Missile System Integration Section Head on interface design between the flight vehicle and the submarine.
Supports system integration efforts across fight vehicle, control, fire control, and launch subsystems.
Oversee the development of flight vehicle simulators including high fidelity guidance test sets (GTS).
Serve as the lead liaison between the flight vehicle and shipboard branches.
Support Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), digital thread/twin management, and configuration control.
Ensure design integrity through requirements traceability, verification, and validation processes.
Plan and execute flight system to payload integration activities, ensuring clear hand offs between flight and shipboard integration work streams.
Lead hardware in the loop (HWIL) and software in the loop (SWIL) verification of the flight to shipboard interface; define test procedures, success criteria, and analyze results.
Identify, assess, and mitigate/enable technical risks/opportunities specific to the payload interface; track mitigation/enabling actions.
Provide technical input to Engineering Review Boards (ERB), technical Risk and Opportunities Management Boards (TRMB), and Configuration Control Boards (CCB) as the flight to shipboard interface subject matter expert.
Contribute fight system to shipboard interface content to the Systems Engineering Plan (SEP), Mission Assurance Plan, and Test & Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP).
Assist in the oversight of Integration and Test efforts for the LOC missile inclusive of hardware, instrumentation, data-collection, post-test analysis, and ship-integration.
Prepare and present flight to shipboard integration status for major technical and programmatic LOC reviews.
Advise and contribute on flight system cost/schedule/technical trade-offs, and its documentation.

🧠What You Bring To The Table

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Systems, or related discipline).
7+ years of defense related systems engineering experience on missile or aerospace MDAPs.
2+ years of experience working with Naval shipboard systems or mission planning.
An Active DoW Secret clearance (or have held an active clearance within the last 2 years) with eligibility for Top Secret / SCI.
Strong communications skills and an ability to communicate complex subject matter to a non-technical personnel.

⭐Bonus Points

Master’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering, or related field.
10 years of defense related systems engineering experience on missile or aerospace MDAPs.
Experience working onboard Virginia Class Submarines, with the Tomahawk Weapons System, or with Tomahawk Mission Planning.
DAWIA Advanced Certification in Engineering or Program Management.
Experience supporting nuclear-capable or strategic missile programs.
Sea-Launch Platform Experience such as SSN, SSBN, and SSGN
Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.

At JRC we offer...

A competitive compensation package
An exceptional employee benefits program, providing support for our team members' well-being and success
The chance to contribute to a high-profile Department of Defense programs and make a positive impact
A collaborative work environment where teamwork, creativity, and innovation thrive
Opportunities for professional growth and development, helping you advance your career

About the Company

JRC Integrated Systems

Defense and government systems engineering consulting

JRC Integrated Systems provides systems engineering consulting services to the Department of Defense and other government agencies. It uses scientific, engineering, and technical expertise to address complex problems and support mission-critical systems, offering leadership and extensive experience to guide projects from concept through deployment. The company works by applying engineering analysis, system design, integration, testing, and program management to deliver reliable, safe, and effective solutions for defense and government programs. It differentiates itself through deep domain knowledge of defense missions, a track record of leading mission-critical systems, and a focus on long-term program success rather than short-term fixes. Its goal is to enable government programs to operate reliably and securely by applying rigorous systems engineering and technical leadership to complex challenges.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Washington DC, United States
Founded: 2003

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