Missile Warning Systems Engineer - Foreign Military Sales (Top Secret)
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About the role
The Systems Engineer will support the Secretary of the Air Force for International Affairs (SAF/IA) by providing technical expertise to integrate U.S. Space Force mission‑area programs of record into the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) enterprise and enable export to international partners. The position is located in Arlington, VA (Crystal City) and is primarily on‑site with limited remote/hybrid work.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate with key stakeholders to support the Technology Release and Foreign Disclosure (TRFD) process and ensure compliance with Air Force policy.
- Develop and deliver high‑quality written products and briefings for executive‑level leadership reporting programmatic milestones.
- Integrate Space Force mission‑area programs into the FMS enterprise and facilitate export to international partners.
- Maintain adherence to acquisition lifecycle, FMS policies, processes, and stakeholder requirements.
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship (required).
- Active Top Secret clearance (or ability to obtain).
- Bachelor’s degree in systems engineering, mathematics, electrical engineering, computer science, or a related field.
- 6+ years of experience with space operations.
- 3+ years of experience in the mission area.
- Knowledge of the acquisition lifecycle and FMS policies, processes, and stakeholders.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Teams, PowerPoint) and ability to communicate at the executive level.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with TRFD policy and processes.
- Understanding of senior and executive leadership roles in security assistance and FMS and their relationships to key stakeholders.
- Ability to use Power Apps such as Power BITS/SCI.
Pay
Base pay for this position in the Washington, DC metropolitan area ranges from $116,000 to $154,000 (up to $169,400) annually, depending on experience, qualifications, skills, location, and market conditions.
Benefits
- Competitive total rewards package.
- Robust 401(k) with company match.
- Mental health resources.
- Student loan repayment assistance.
- Adoption reimbursement.
- Pet insurance.