Non-Kinetic Operations Engineer

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Choose MITRE for a career with purpose — and help shape the future.The Cyber Effects and Information Warfare department (N165) is well positioned to advise US Air Force, Joint Partners, and USCYBERCOM, deliver critical platforms, effects, weapons, and enhance national security operations to provide a combat ready cyber force to defeat peer threats, and provide freedom of action in and dominate the cyber domain. The department staff work across AFLCMC/HNC acquisition program offices and with the 16th Air Force to refine operational requirements for acquisitions, identify capabilities for transition, and work to deliver those capabilities to warfighters. Strategic objectives for the department include the following:Develop non-kinetic EW effects, infrastructure, and globally available capabilities to improve munitions efficiency, increase warfighting asset survivability, and hold adversary capabilities at risk.Establish global, all domain situational awareness and C2 for dynamic operations across the competition continuum.Accelerate operational adoption of non-kinetic capabilities from DoD, industry, and university labs to enhance warfighter readiness and resiliency.MITRE is seeking highly technical Non-Kinetic Operations Engineers to support advanced systems engineering, non-kinetic operations, and applied research initiatives. These roles combine expertise in non-kinetic operations, secure systems engineering, and mission-focused engineering to develop and assess resilient capabilities supporting operational non-kinetic missions. Successful candidates will help drive the development of secure, scalable, and mission-ready communications architectures while supporting operational analysis, infrastructure defense, and operational resiliency efforts.Roles & Responsibilities:MITRE is seeking strong technical candidates with backgrounds in non-kinetic operations, radio frequency (RF) engineering, computer science, software engineering, electrical engineering, communications systems, or related disciplines to join a mission-first team of trusted advisors focused on non-kinetic operations, secure communications, cyber resiliency, and operational mission capabilities.Candidates should possess a strong interest in applying broad systems engineering expertise with deep technical background knowledge to emerging technologies in support of non-kinetic missions.In this role, they will:Perform operational analysis in collaboration with system owners, operators, engineers, and multidisciplinary technical teams to deliver resilient mission-focused solutionsSupport applied research and development activities responsive to sponsor technical gaps and operational challengesDesign, develop, implement, and assess systems supporting operational mission objectives and technology innovation initiativesIdentify opportunities for automation, optimization, and improved operational resiliency across non-kinetic operations and development workflowsDevelop prototypes, tools, and workflows involving radio frequency emulation systemsResearch and evaluate emerging non-kinetic technologiesPrepare and deliver technical documentation, assessments, demonstrations, testing reports, and operational briefings to sponsors and leadershipProvide technical leadership, mentorship, and knowledge transfer to engineering and non-kinetic operations teamsWork independently to rapidly learn and apply new technologies, platforms, security methodologies, and technical techniques in evolving mission environmentsBasic Qualifications:Typically requires a minimum of 8 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 5 years and a Master’s degree; or 3 years with a PhD and relevant experience; or equivalent combination of related education and work experienceDegree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related technical fieldProven experience in systems engineering, cybersecurity engineering, networking, or infrastructure engineering supporting secure or mission-critical environmentsPractical knowledge of RF and networking fundamentalsFamiliarity with non-kinetic operations concepts and objectivesDemonstrated ability to independently solve complex technical problems and deliver results within demanding operational timelinesStrong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiencesExperience collaborating directly with system owners, operators, engineers, and sponsor organizationsDemonstrated ability to communicate technical risks, architectural trade-offs, and operational impacts to senior leadershipMust have an active Top Secret U.S Government issued Security Clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI w/SAP access U.S. Government issued Security Clearance. Per the U.S. Government’s eligibility requirements, you must be a U.S Citizen to be considered for a security clearance.This position requires a minimum of 4 days on-site work in a Secure Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) and regular engagement with sponsor sites in the San Antonio areaPreferred Qualifications: Graduate degree in engineering, computer science, cybersecurity, mathematics, physical sciences, or related technical fieldActive TS/SCI clearanceAdvanced experience in non-kinetic operations or RF engineeringExperience developing Artificial Intelligence (AI) integrated or native systems and softwareExperience with warfighting concepts includingAir Force doctrine, organizational structure, force development, and related conceptsJoint doctrine, operations, and related conceptsExperience supporting applied research and development activities focused on sponsor technical gaps and mission innovationExperience performing operational analysis, trade studies, Analysis of Alternatives, crown jewel, or other intensive analytical reports, technical white papers, and engineering documentation for government or sponsor audiencesExperience with containerized or cloud-native infrastructure technologies such as Docker or KubernetesExperience with systems architecture concepts and tools, such as Model-Based Systems Engineering languages and frameworksExperience mentoring junior engineers and leading multidisciplinary technical effortsFamiliarity with operational non-kinetic mission and mission-focused engineering practicesThis requisition requires the candidate to have a minimum of the following clearance(s):Top SecretThis requisition requires the hired candidate to have or obtain, within one year from the date of hire, the following clearance(s):SAP, Top Secret/SCISalary compensation range and midpoint:$158,800 - $198,500 - $238,200 AnnualWork Location Type:OnsiteCommitment to Non-DiscriminationAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local or international law.MITRE intends to maintain a website that is fully accessible to all individuals. 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