Avionics Integration Engineer

Position SummaryOdyssey has an exciting opportunity for an Avionics Integration Engineer, supporting the Fixed Wing Modification Branch AFLCMC/WIU. This program focuses on modification and sustainment support for SOF/PR and ISR fixed wing and rotary‑wing aircraft. The branch plans, integrates, modifies, and sustains SOF/PR variants of the C‑130J fleet (MC‑130J, HC‑130J, LC‑130J and special mission configurations) to keep platforms modern, survivable, and mission‑ready.ResponsibilitiesDuties include, but not limited to: Apply DoDD 5000‑series guidance and AFMC/AFLCMC engineering policies to SOF acquisition engineering activities.Support development and analysis of system and subsystem requirements, translating them into design criteria and system specifications.Conduct technical planning, system integration analyses, trade studies, and risk assessments across weapon system platforms.Assist in developing system performance requirements, integration objectives, and estimates for design, development, and sustainment.Review engineering proposals, designs, specifications, and change packages; provide recommendations to optimize cost, schedule, and performance.Conduct engineering evaluations supporting airworthiness (MIL‑HDBK‑516), safety (MIL‑STD‑882), and Operational Safety, Suitability & Effectiveness (OSS&E).Support engineering reviews, design reviews, TIMs, working groups, and program reviews, providing technical input, documentation, and reporting.Support systems and avionics engineering across requirements, design, integration, development, modification, test, airworthiness, production, sustainment, deployment, operations, and divestiture.Provide expertise in maintenance systems integration, design‑for‑test, diagnostics, and electronic support equipment.Coordinate with acquisition organizations, higher headquarters, DoD entities, labs, industry, and universities; support documentation and emerging technology assessments.Assist with avionics engineering for design, development, manufacturing, integration, testing, and fielding of airborne weapon systems, embedded computing, software, and maintenance systems.Apply systems engineering processes for airworthiness, requirements, software releases, metrics and traceability, allocations, program protection, technical reviews, configuration audits, design analysis, interface integration, and test verification/validation.Support reviews, studies, performance requirement development, and avionics system‑level integration documentation.Ensure proper application of systems integration, interface management, test, R&M, accreditation, certification, technology transfer, manufacturing readiness, PESHE, and ESOH requirements.Support development, deployment, and sustainment of technical processes ensuring safe operation and maintenance of systems.Provide expertise to develop artifacts for systems integration, OSS&E, MIL‑HDBK‑516 airworthiness, MIL‑STD‑882 system safety, and lifecycle systems engineering (DAFI 63‑1201).Support development and sustainment of training systems, including modeling and simulation.Maintain understanding of MIL‑STD‑1553 and RS‑232 standards for use in military training systems.Maintain understanding of ARINC 610 standards for avionics and software integration within military simulators.QualificationsCitizenship: Must be a US citizenMinimum Required QualificationsClearance: SecretEducation and experience: Bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in a related field from an ABET-accredited engineering program and at least 3 years of relevant experience, 3 of which must be in the DoD; OR 7 years of directly related experienced, 5 of which must be in the DoD.Technical SkillsSystems and avionics engineering across requirements, design, integration, test, and airworthiness.Application of systems engineering processes, including configuration management, interface integration, and V&V.Avionics and embedded systems expertise, including MIL‑STD‑1553, RS‑232, and ARINC 610 implementation.Support for technology integration, system safety, and lifecycle processes such as OSS&E, MIL‑HDBK‑516, and MIL‑STD‑882.Interpersonal SkillsStrong collaboration skills with cross‑functional teams, leadership, stakeholders, and external partners.Clear and effective communicator, able to translate complex technical concepts for diverse audiences.Skilled in building productive relationships across government, industry, and academic organizations.Proactive problem‑solver with the ability to facilitate discussions, resolve issues, and drive consensus.Additional InformationLocation: Wright Patterson AFB, OHTravel: 10%Remote, Onsite, or Hybrid: Onsite#LI-ST1Company OverviewOdyssey is a world-class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey meets the military’s operational needs by integrating layered defense systems from equipment, technology, and services to data, information, and business operations. We streamline defense acquisition and sustainment, engineering the technical battlefield with domain-specific proficiency to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution, peak organizational performance, and fostering a workplace built on employee care.Odyssey is proud to live out our core values of commitment, ambition, and respect in our work and communities through OdysseyCares, a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations, an employer match program, and volunteering events.Please note: Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesJob SummaryID: 2026-8121Category: EngineeringType: Full TimeBiweekly Hours: 80Location : Name: Wright Patterson AFB