• Mission Systems Engineer, Journeyman

    SMX (Patuxent River, MD)


    Mission Systems Engineer, Journeyman (4720)at SMX(View all jobs) (https://www.smxtech.com/careers/)

     

    Patuxent River, MD

     

    SMX is seeking a Journeyman Mission Systems Engineer to provide technical and engineering support to the H-53 Heavy Lift Helicopter Program Office (PMA-261) at Patuxent River Naval Air Station in Lexington Park, MD. The candidate will provide engineering support of mission and sensor systems and the evaluation of their technical performance, mission suitability and associated acquisition risks throughout the full acquisition process and lifecycle of a program.

    Essential Duties & Responsibilities

    + Support the design, development, and integration of mission systems for naval aviation platforms.

    + Participate in Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) to address mission system issues and ensure alignment with program objectives.

    + Perform systems engineering tasks, including requirements analysis, system design, and interface definition.

    + Develop and maintain system documentation, including specifications, test plans, and technical reports.

    + Conduct system-level testing and validation to ensure compliance with performance requirements.

    + Collaborate with program managers, engineers, and stakeholders to define system capabilities and resolve technical challenges.

    + Ensure compliance with Department of Defense (DoD) standards, acquisition processes, and cybersecurity requirements.

    + Provide technical expertise during program reviews, systems engineering reviews, and airworthiness certification processes.

    Required Skills/Experience

    + Bachelor’s degree in a technical or scientific field from an accredited college or university.

    + Minimum of 3 years of relevant systems engineering experience, preferably supporting DoD or Navy programs.

    + Required Clearance: DoD Secret

    + Strong understanding of systems engineering principles, including requirements analysis, system design, and testing.

    + Familiarity with mission systems integration and sustainment for naval aviation platforms.

    **Application Deadline:** 10/20/2025

     

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    The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.

    The proposed salary for this position is:

    $105,100—$175,000 USD

     

    At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.

     

    We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.

     

    SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.

     

    Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.

     

    SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).