Acquisition Program Engineer (Evergreen)

Position Summary Evergreen (Pipeline) RequisitionThis requisition is used to build a pipeline of qualified candidates for future opportunities. While there may not be an immediate opening, candidates will be considered as positions become available based on their qualifications and program needs.Odyssey is seeking experienced Acquisition Program Engineers (Systems, Mechanical, and Software) to join our talent community for anticipated opportunities supporting the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) Armament Directorate and other Department of Defense (DoD) acquisition programs.Our Engineers support the government with designing, developing, integrating, and sustaining complex weapon systems and associated technologies across the full acquisition lifecycle. This includes systems engineering, mechanical design and analysis, and software development activities to ensure systems meet performance, reliability, and mission requirements. Responsibilities Duties include, but not limited to:Support engineering activities across all phases of the DoD acquisition lifecycle (Materiel Solution Analysis through Operations & Support) Perform systems engineering, mechanical engineering, or software engineering functions depending on area of expertise Support requirements development, analysis, traceability, and verification Conduct system design, integration, and technical analysis activities Develop and review technical documentation, including specifications, interface documents, and engineering reports Support technical reviews (e.g., SRR, PDR, CDR) and program milestone activities Collaborate with program management, logistics, test, and cybersecurity teams to ensure integrated system performance Analyze system performance and recommend design or process improvements Support risk identification, analysis, and mitigation planningProvide technical input to acquisition documentation and program decision-making Qualifications CitizenshipMust be a U.S. citizenMinimum Required QualificationsClearance: SecretEducation and experience:All engineering degrees must be from an ABET-accredited institution (or equivalent IRD). Engineering Technology degrees do not qualify.Journeyman: Bachelor’s degree in engineering and 5 years of relevant experience; OR Master’s degree in engineering and 3 years of relevant experienceSenior: Bachelor’s degree in engineering and 20 years of relevant experience; OR Master’s degree in engineering and 15 years of relevant experience; OR PhD in engineering and 5 years of relevant experiencePrincipal: PhD in engineering and 25 years of relevant experience; OR Master’s degree and 25 years of relevant experience and recognized at a national level in a relevant technical fieldExperience supporting DoD acquisition programs or equivalent engineering environments Experience supporting system development, integration, or sustainment activities Preferred QualificationsClearance: Top Secret (TS) or TS/SCIExperience:Experience supporting AFLCMC or other Air Force organizationsExperience with armament systems (air-to-air, air-to-surface munitions, missiles, or related systems)Experience supporting Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programsStrong knowledge of DoD acquisition lifecycle processes and DoDI 5000 seriesExperience with requirements management tools (e.g., DOORS), modeling tools (e.g., SysML), or software development environmentsTechnical SkillsSystems engineering processes (requirements, integration, verification, validation)Mechanical design, analysis, and materials or structural engineering (as applicable)Software development, integration, and testing (as applicable)Familiarity with engineering tools, modeling, and simulation environmentsRisk management and technical problem-solvingConfiguration management and technical documentationInterpersonal SkillsAbility to operate independently and as part of a multidisciplinary engineering teamStrong analytical and problem-solving abilitiesExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to support complex, mission-critical programsAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentAdditional InformationLocation:Eglin AFB, FLTravel:May be required up to 10–20% depending on program needsWork Environment:OnsiteThis is an evergreen position designed to proactively identify and engage highly qualified candidates for future openings across Odyssey’s portfolio of acquisition and program management support efforts. While this role is not currently tied to a specific contract, selected candidates may be considered for upcoming positions based on their experience, qualifications, and program needs.#LI-BJ1 Company Overview Odyssey 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.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesJob SummaryID: 2026-8157Category: EngineeringType: Full TimeBiweekly Hours: 80Location : Name: Eglin AFB