Senior Systems Integration Engineer

Description Senior Systems Integration Engineer – Applied Research Solutions is seeking an experienced engineer to support Air Force weapon systems development and sustainment. The role requires advanced knowledge of systems engineering with a focus on integration, airworthiness certification, and configuration management. The incumbent will lead efforts to ensure weapon systems are fully integrated, manufactured, and maintained to meet operational safety, suitability, and effectiveness standards throughout their lifecycle. The position requires a Secret clearance, a bachelor’s degree from an ABET‑accredited program, and extensive experience with DoD acquisition processes and airworthiness requirements. Why Work with us? Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is a world‑class provider of integrated solutions. ARS offers an industry‑competitive benefits package, awards and recognition programs, and a culture that supports career growth and work/life balance. Our team is recognized as a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020. Responsibilities Lead systems engineering activities focusing on systems design, integration, manufacturing, quality engineering, and configuration management. Support integration activities that consider aircraft corrosion impacts on system performance, coordinating with materials engineering, maintenance planning, and lifecycle sustainment to incorporate corrosion prevention measures into system design and operational requirements. Develop and maintain processes to ensure weapon systems are fully integrated, operationally safe, and effective throughout their lifecycle. Apply expert knowledge of AFPD 62‑6, MIL‑HDBK‑516, and FAA airworthiness requirements to support flight authorization processes. Perform risk assessments and provide safety analyses and recommendations for high priority safety issues. Support system definition, development, verification, and certification across a wide range of hardware and software systems. Assist the Airworthiness Certification Working Group (ACWG) with development and maintenance of Modification Airworthiness Criteria Certification (MACC) compliance packages. Analyze technical proposals and modifications for design feasibility and system capability. Conduct various assessments including performance effectiveness, cost analysis, maintainability, and reliability. Provide technical expertise in systems engineering processes, functional and physical architectures, and interface management. Support the development of Systems Engineering Plans (SEP) and system design baselines. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications / Technical Experience Requirements Master's degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field with 12+ years of systems engineering experience, including 5+ years supporting DoD programs; OR bachelor’s degree with 15+ years of systems engineering experience and 5+ years supporting DoD programs. Expert knowledge of systems engineering methodologies, integration processes, and configuration management. Demonstrated experience with DoD/Air Force airworthiness certification processes, including AFPD62‑6 and MIL‑HDBK‑516. Comprehensive understanding of system lifecycle management and OSS&E requirements. Experience with risk modeling, simulation, and human systems integration. Proven ability to support technical reviews and provide engineering assessments. Strong analytical skills with experience conducting trade studies and feasibility analyses. Experience supporting acquisition documentation and technical proposal evaluation. Knowledge of interface management and system architecture development. Active or current Secret security clearance required. Must be U.S. Citizen. EEO and Background Information All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check. This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41CFR60‑741.5(a) and 41CFR60‑300.5(a), prohibiting discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability and protected veterans, and requiring affirmative action to employ and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and veterans. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights ( notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr 6AM City, LLC