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Principal Engineer Scientist IX – UAS Technical Data, Training Systems, and Advanced Engineering

Overview

The Principal Engineer Scientist IX will provide expert-level technical leadership in managing technical data, training systems, and advanced engineering services for Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS). This role requires a highly experienced professional to support the design, development, evaluation, and sustainment of UAS systems, including their associated technical data frameworks and training devices. ​ The Engineer Scientist IX will serve as a key advisor to government stakeholders, lead cross-functional teams, and ensure the successful execution of complex engineering and scientific tasks aligned with UAS lifecycle requirements.

Responsibilities

Technical Data Management:

  • Digital Enterprise Framework: Support Digital Enterprise product data and Digital Thread framework management, including review and verification of Logistics Product Data and Digital System Models. ​
  • Engineering Change Proposals: Analyze and assess Engineering Change Proposals, Modification Work Orders, and Requests for Waiver and Deviations to identify logistics impacts and lifecycle product support requirements. ​
  • Technical Data Analysis: Provide expert analysis of provisioning logistics support source data, engineering source data, and maintenance repair/test procedures to develop practical procedures for equipment publications. ​
  • Publication Development: Develop, revise, and maintain equipment publications, including Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals, Operator Manuals, and Depot Maintenance Work Requirements. ​
  • Data Rights and Logistics Support: Analyze and assess program data rights and integrated logistics support data deliverables from manufacturers to ensure compliance with program requirements. ​

Training, Training Devices, and Test Support:

  • Training Strategy Leadership: Develop and implement cohesive strategies to train Warfighters to operate and maintain UAS throughout the lifecycle. ​
  • Training Devices Acquisition: Lead the development of documentation to acquire Training Aides Devices Simulators and Simulations (TADSS) and ensure their sustainment at the lowest total ownership cost. ​
  • Courseware Development: Oversee the creation and maintenance of UAS operator and maintainer courseware, including Interactive Multimedia Instruction (IMI) and Virtual Immersive Environment materials. ​
  • Training Validation: Provide expert analysis and recommendations for training materials, corrective action plans, and readiness requirements to ensure effective training delivery. ​
  • Test Support: Lead efforts to provide recommendations for Government acceptance testing, fielding, and New Equipment Training (NET) for TADSS. ​

Engineering Services:

  • Technical and Engineering Leadership: Provide advanced engineering services for the design, development, evaluation, analysis, documentation, production, and sustainment of UAS systems, including associated supporting systems. ​
  • Cybersecurity and Information Assurance: Deliver expert engineering services to ensure UAS systems meet cybersecurity and information assurance requirements. ​
  • Aircraft Survivability: Lead engineering efforts to enhance aircraft survivability and system safety. ​
  • Mission Systems Architecture: Develop and sustain mission systems architecture to ensure modular, scalable, and interoperable solutions. ​

Qualifications

Required:

 

  • Education:
    • Bachelor’s degree in Science or a related discipline.
  • Experience:
    • Minimum of 15+ years of task-related experience gained after obtaining a bachelor’s degree in science or a related field.
    • Extensive experience with UAS systems, technical data management, and lifecycle management is required.
  • Technical Skills:
    • Advanced proficiency in engineering tools and methodologies related to technical data management, system design, cybersecurity, and mission systems architecture.
  • Security Clearance:
    • Active SECRET clearance required. ​

Work Location:

  • Primary: Redstone Arsenal, Alabama. ​
  • Secondary: Authorized virtual work location per customer Telework Policy. ​ Temporary Duty (TDY) may be required at other locations. ​

Additional Requirements:

  • Exceptional analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Proven ability to lead and collaborate in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment. ​
  • Deep knowledge of engineering principles and practices related to UAS systems and technical data management. ​

Company Overview

Integral partners with federal defense, intelligence, and civilian leaders to tackle their most important challenges and deliver positive outcomes. Since our founding in 1998, we have helped clients leverage existing and emerging technologies to transform their enterprises, empower growth, drive innovation, and build sustainable success. The forward-leaning solutions we deliver are tailored to each mission with a focus on keeping our nation safe and secure.

 

Integral is headquartered in McLean, VA and serves clients throughout the country.

 

We offer a comprehensive total rewards package including paid parental leave and immediate vesting in our 401(k). Give us a try and become part of a curated group of professionals at Integral Federal!

 

Our package also includes:

· Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

· Flexible Spending Accounts

· Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance

· Life Insurance

· Paid Time Off & Holidays

· Earned Bonuses & Awards

· Professional Training Reimbursement

· Paid Parking

· Employee Assistance Program

 

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability

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