Mission Planning Engineer

Mission Planning Engineer Acquisition Program Engineer, Senior Eglin AFB, Florida Niceville, Florida HX5 is an award-winning provider of engineering, research and development, and technical services to clients such as NASA and the Department of Defense. Founded in 2004, HX5 is a fast-growing veteran- and woman-owned company with locations nationwide. HX5 is currently seeking a Senior Acquisition Program Manager Electronic Warfare to join the team at Eglin, AFB in Niceville, Florida. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Knowledge of operational aircrew mission planning and software process, including extensive knowledge of how aircrew use automated mission planning and software tools to accomplish their mission.Extensive experience with the Joint Mission Planning System (JMPS) is desired. Knowledge of CAF operational mission planning with USAF platforms Prepare and review technical documents defining, specifying, and recommending system and subsystem characteristics. Perform program reviews to evaluate alternative plans, systems engineering programs, and test results, ensuring subsystem and system performance meets program specifications. Prepare management reports and conduct technical presentations for planning, implementation, and corrective actions using sound engineering principles. Develop validation criteria and procedures for systems and subsystems. Analysis & Risk Management Analyze and evaluate results of major engineering weapon systems and provide operations oversight. Support program and project risk management activities in compliance with Air Force Systems Engineering Assessment Model (AF SEAM) processes. Mission planning experience in developmental or operational testing environments is helpful. Or prior mission planning experience in Operational Support Squadrons. Knowledge of a wide range of qualitative and quantitative methods for the assessment and improvement of mission planning systems used for conducting mission and flight operations, such as for fighter, bomber, guided weapons, tactical training, special operations, exercise, contingency, or similar operations. Position is within an weapons Acquisition Program Office, so applicant will be applying military operational experience and scientific analysis in developing methodologies for evaluating the effectiveness and suitability of newly developed/updated mission planning system. Other Duties and Responsibilities may be assigned: Assist and advise with the DoD planning, programming, and budgeting process; USAF weapons acquisition process; cost estimating and analysis of missiles, air delivered munitions, electronic systems, delivery vehicles, targets, and range systems; to support Government program managers and financial managers. Prepare briefings. Develop and manage program schedules and program plans. Develop and manage program courses of action for streamlined operations and processes. Support and execute risk management processes. Prepare and coordinate responses to requests for information from external organizations. Perform economic, budget, and financial analyses to include obligations and expenditure forecasting. Develop funds management, funding status, automated models, and control techniques. Prepare decision support information. Work with industry on contract with the USAF. Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree and twenty-five (25) years of professional experience OR master's degree and fifteen(15) years of professional experience OR PhD and five (5) years of experience Undergraduate engineering degree from an ABET-accredited college Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time on-site position requiring 40 hours per week and offers a flexible work schedule Monday through Friday during core business hours. Other Position Requirements: Proof of U.S. Citizenship is a requirement for this position. Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret clearance by date of hire. HX5 offers a competitive salary and benefits package to include: Relocation Assistance Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance 401(k) plan with Company Match Paid Holidays Paid Time Off Parental Leave Life Insurance Tuition ReimbursementMedical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account Pet Insurance HX5, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. HX5, LLC is a Drug Free Workplace Employer.

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