Combat Systems Engineer/Post Delivery Test & Trials Liaison for

Combat Systems Engineer/Post Delivery Test & Trials Liaison for US Navy Foreign Military Sales Programs

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%

Type of Travel: Continental US

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The Opportunity:
Offer comprehensive technical expertise and support services for a U.S. Navy program office managing foreign military sales cases for small surface combatants. Contribute to the development and analysis of proposed costs, schedules, and requirements for systems, as well as evaluate the cost and schedule implications for potential integration of developmental and existing warfare systems into current combat system ship designs.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Combat Systems and Weapon Systems.
• Review Weapon System Technical Manuals, and various documentation and to ensure they meet program requirements
• Develop the Combat Information Center Concept of Operations (CIC CONOPS)
• Evaluate offerors' proposals of cost, schedule and performance for Combat System element (Volume Search Radar, Short Range AAW Missile, Medium Caliber Gun, Gun Fire Control System)
• Develop alternatives and recommendations for combat system elements in design of new surface combatant proposals for foreign navy partners
• Review Lockheed Martin ROM requests for Combat System upgrades
• Review Proposed Change Washington (PCWs) for Mission System Upgrade elements
• Review Technical Impact Statements for Mission System Upgrade PCWs
• Review Technical and Logistics products from New Upgrade systems
• Analyze requirements for proposed warfare and communication systems.
• Identify potential warfare systems to fulfill proposed system requirements.
• Develop or assess proposed systems developmental and integration schedules.
• Review cost, requirements, and schedules to formulate Course of Action (COA) recommendations and alternatives.
• Engage with systems manufacturers to establish relationships and gather essential background information, including data required for non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), performance, costs, and manufacturing schedules that may affect ship construction timelines.
• Identify and propose workarounds for performance, cost, or schedule issues, ensuring the retention of alternative systems with superior characteristics as potential upgrade candidates.
• Coordinate and participate in program reviews, requirements assessments, and status meetings on a regular basis, providing insights and recommendations on appropriate frequency and agenda items.
• Collaborate with Combat Systems, Communication, and Ship Design engineers to validate requirements and assess the suitability and integration impacts of proposed systems.

Qualifications:

Required:

• 10+ years of professional experience in naval combat systems integration and engineering
• Demonstrated experience in integrating, upgrading, installing, commissioning, testing, managing, and supporting US or foreign naval combat systems including all shipboard sensors and weapons systems
• Experience supporting the design, development, and review of systems engineering design artifacts, including Concepts of Operations (CONOPs), requirements analysis, interface design, system architecture development
• Experience in operator and maintainer competency levels to support surface naval combatant combat systems integration, operation, maintenance, and life cycle supportability
• Knowledge of the DoD acquisition process, including regulations, directives, and statutes, the Navy's application of the DoD acquisition process, such as contracting and sea trials, and key naval ship acquisition roles and organizations
• Knowledge of supporting all stages of the combat systems life cycle including definition, development, test and evaluation, acquisition, installation, operations and sustainment, maintenance, logistic support, in-service engineering, and disposal
• Ability to communicate program requirements and expectations with multiple stakeholders, including organizing large stakeholder meetings / conferences
• Prior experience in Naval Ship Combat System engineering design, integration, ship modification, construction and Pre-Commissioning Unit preferred

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What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

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Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here .

Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.

The proposed salary range for this position is:
$98,500-$206,800

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.