F-16 Senior Structural Engineer at Sumaria Systems in Clearfield, Utah

Job Description:

Sumaria Systems is seeking a motivated and skilled structural engineer to support the F-16 Program Office at Hill AFB, UT.

Job Description:

- Provide the technical lead in troubleshooting F-16 structural problems, developing improvements leading to the resolution of issues identified, integration, verification, qualification for airworthiness certification, and fielding of repairs and modifications as defined in, or derived from, program requirements.

- Provide additional stuctural engineering support to the program as needed.

- Accomplish studies, reviews and analysis of technical problems/malfunctions affecting assigned equipment generated from a variety of sources, i.e., 107/202 Engineering Support Requests, DRs, AFTO Form 22s, Material Safety Task Group/ Systems Safety Group (MSTG/SSG), telephone calls, IDEAS and aircraft mishaps. Recommend appropriate corrective actions and when corrective actions are presented by using commands, contractors, and others, the Contractor will evaluate for technical adequacy and economic feasibility. Determine method of implementation, i.e., TCTO or technical order change.

- Access and use support program systems and requirements to include: D043/D143C, International Digital Technical Order Delivery System (IDTODS), FIN, JEDMICS, FSS, ETIMS, F-16 OCM, REMIS, Haystack and other databases relating to the aircraft and its systems to help determine problem areas on assigned systems and items. Assist with recommending and developing executable programs to be considered for use in ensuring the operation and evaluation of assigned systems.

- Assist Government equipment specialists, integrators and engineers in conducting special research projects as assigned. Support the USAF PM in all tasks related to this effort.

- Support trial installations, kit proofs, and TCTO/tech data verification. Report findings, kit issues, and corrective actions and make recommendations to the IPT they are assigned.

- Support feasibility studies and technical evaluations to ensure that systems, subsystems and equipment being developed are mutually compatible and serve to meet overall operational and technical requirements.

- Interface with all aspects and levels of program IPTs to include but not limited to, other engineers, program management, equipment specialists, lead and chief engineers, civilian and military leadership within the F-16 Division/FB Directorate, other AFLCMC directorates, AFLCMC headquarters, AFRL, HQ AFMC, ACC, DoD, EPAFs, prime and subcontractors, and other government and private sector personnel.

- Participate in the various standing F-16 activities and organizations including, but not limited to, the F-16 Consolidated Board, F-16 JMCCT/B, AirWorthiness Boards, Technical Design Reviews and F-16 System Safety Groups (SSG).

Required Education and Experience:

Must have successfully completed an undergraduate degree with a major in engineering from a college or university with an Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited engineering program(s) for the degree requirements of the position. Degrees in engineering technology are not considered to be qualifying. The degree must have been received in the year of, or any year subsequent to the original date of accreditation. Shall have a minimum of BS degree in structural, aerospace or mechanical engineering from an ABET accredited university. Recommend a minimum of five years of experience in the aircraft structural engineering field, including but not limited to sustainment, durability and damage tolerance analysis, fatigue and fracture mechanics and material properties, repair design and integration.

Functionally Aligned Minimum Recommended Education and Experience:

• Advanced Degree (Master of Arts (MA) / Master of Science (MS)) and 12 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, five years of which must be in the DoD
• OR, BA/BS degree, and 15 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, five of which must be in the DoD

Possess advanced knowledge, experience and recognized ability to be considered an expert in the technical/professional field, possess the ability to perform tasks and oversee the efforts of junior and journeyman personnel within the technical/professional discipline. Demonstrate advanced knowledge of their technical/professional discipline as well as possess a comprehensive understanding and ability to apply associated standards, procedures and practices in area of expertise.

Travel: Yes, 20% or less

Security Clearance Required: SECRET

Position Type: Full Time

Work Arrangement: Hybrid - mix of onsite reporting and telework based on customer requirements

Work Location: Hill AFB, Utah

Top salaries paid for qualified candidates.

Agency submissions are not being accepted at this time.

For more information on Sumaria Systems, please visit our website at www.sumaria.com.

Sumaria is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

Sumaria is a Full Lifecycle Engineering, Technical Services and Professional Solutions company in support of the Warfighter, supporting modernization, high end services and next generation capabilities in contested domains. Sumaria has been a trusted partner to U. S. Department of Defense for more than 40 years, providing Lifecycle Systems Engineering, Advisory & Analysis/SETA, C5ISR and Enterprise Information Technology solutions. With expertise to lead, insight to deliver and commitment to succeed; we staff each mission with a carefully selected team of seasoned professionals. We're Headquartered in Peabody, MA, and have regional offices across the nation.

Sumaria Systems only provides engineering services to the federal government and does not provide professional engineering or surveying services to the public within the meaning of Ohio Revised Code Section 4733.16.

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