Advanced Technology Experimentation Project Leader

About This Role

Lead the Advanced Technology Experimentation project for AFLCMC/HNJJ, overseeing multidisciplinary teams in the design, development, integration, and operational support of advanced fifth-generation airborne network and cross-domain capabilities to enable agile mission capabilities for US and Coalition forces.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Advanced Technology Experimentation project, ensuring successful execution of technical, operational, and programmatic objectives
• Coordinate and integrate efforts across MITRE, FFRDC/UARC, government sponsors, and industry partners
• Oversee technical teams in the design, integration, and testing of joint fires solutions
• Provide subject matter expertise in mechanical engineering, C2 systems, airborne communications, and cross-domain technologies
• Shape and guide experimentation, field demonstrations, and operational assessments
• Mentor and develop project staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performance team environment
• Communicate project status, risks, and outcomes to senior leadership and sponsors
• Support business development and proposal activities related to fifth-generation and airborne operations
• Develop and coordinate the architecture, component selection, and experimental validation of airborne communications systems utilizing multiple connectivity modes
• Lead the full lifecycle management of systems and security infrastructure, designing and building comprehensive suites of security and automation tools, vulnerability scanning, and patching across multiple security enclaves

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in systems engineering, mechanical engineering, computer engineering, or aerospace engineering
• Bachelor of Science degree in Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field
• Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing complex projects
• Deep understanding of airborne platforms, airborne communications, fifth-gen capabilities, cross-domain technologies, and live-fly experimentation
• Experience with requirements analysis, systems integration, and operational experimentation
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and leadership skills
• Active U.S. Top Secret/SCI security clearance and ability to achieve Special Access Program clearance
• U.S citizenship

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in systems engineering, mechanical engineering, computer engineering, or aerospace engineering; or 6 years with a Master's degree; or 3 years with a PhD.

Nice to Have

• Masters Degree in a related technical field
• Familiarity with engineering and design systems (SolidWorks, CATIA, ANSYS, MATLAB)
• Prior experience supporting live-fly experimentation
• Prior experience working with multiple industry partners in a lab-based or field integration

Skills

* Required skills

Certifications