Senior CNI Avionics Engineer (FMS)

1w1 week ago

Odyssey Systems Consulting Group, Ltd.

Dayton, US · Full-time · $140,000 – $170,000

About this role

Odyssey is recruiting for a Senior Communication, Navigation, Integration (CNI) Avionics Engineer to support the Attack Systems Division (WID) at Wright-Patterson AFB, OH. WID is part of the ISR/SOF Directorate (AFLCMC/WI), responsible for equipping warfighters through a $22 billion acquisition portfolio developing, producing, testing, modifying, fielding, and supporting Air Force ISR and SOF platforms and sub-systems.

Provide specialized technical expertise for LAA avionic CNI systems, including Controls and Displays, Communications, Navigation, Surveillance, Data Links, and Cabin Management Systems. Support LAA avionics systems development, testing, integration, and certification efforts. Review CNI OEM-delivered programmatic data like engineering drawings, performance specifications, and interface control documents to ensure deliverables meet requirements.

WID serves as AFPEO/WI’s centralized hub for Pre-LOR and Case Development for Foreign Military Sales (FMS) new business efforts. It provides highly reliable cost-effective weapon systems for reconnaissance, close air support, and precision munitions employment. Odyssey integrates layered defense systems from equipment and technology to data and business operations for the warfighting ecosystem.

Applicants benefit from a unique ability to positively impact national security on a global scale. Odyssey offers airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. Join a world-class technical, engineering, and integration company serving military operational needs.

Requirements

US Citizen
Active Secret clearance
Master’s or Doctorate Degree in a related field and 10 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline, 5 years of which must be in the DoD; OR Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 12 years of experience, 5 of which must be in the DoD
Experience with military GPS, Link-16, and/or SATCOM subsystems
Minimum of 1 year experience with USG aircraft and project certification process
Familiarity with MIL-STD-1553, RS-232, RS-422, RS-485, ARINC-429, MIL-STD-461, and MIL-STD-464

Responsibilities

Provide specialized technical expertise for support of LAA avionic CNI systems including Controls and Displays, Communications, Navigation, Surveillance, Data Links, and Cabin Management Systems
Provide support for LAA avionics systems development, testing, integration, and certification efforts
Review applicable CNI OEM-delivered programmatic data such as engineering drawings, performance specifications, hardware and software configuration documentation, interface control documents, and commercial item descriptions/specifications to ensure deliverables meet technical and programmatic requirements
Perform CNI engineering activities including review of Military and Commercial Standards Airworthiness Directives, evaluation of CNI Architectures and Interfaces such as MIL-STD-1553 and RS-232
Assist with Interoperability of Communications Systems, Spectrum Management, and Electromagnetic Environmental Effects airborne equipment standards
Support familiarization with MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-464, and certification efforts for TEMPEST, Spectrum, and HERO
Support IFF selectable identification features/modes and AIMS certification efforts
Support Heads-Up Display (HUD) Primary Flight Reference (PFR) certification efforts