Principal Systems Engineer

Position Summary

Odyssey Systems has an exciting opportunity for a Principal System Engineer providing support to the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center/ISR SOF (AFLCMC/HB). The Air Force Program Execution Office for Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance and Special Operations (PEO ISR SOF) has the collective Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) mission responsibility to manage and execute the modernization, development, testing, production, fielding, and sustainment of the ISR SOF portfolio, which includes over 200 programs for the United States Air Force (USAF) and foreign allies. AFLCMC/PEO ISR SOF is headquartered at Wright Patterson Air Force Base, OH with geographically separated operating units CONUS and OCONUS. This position supports the Advanced E7 Development and the FMS Division, supporting the Royal Saudi Air Force, as part of the International Airborne Battle Management Command and Control (FMS) Division; AFLMC(WIW). The WIW Division located at Tinker AFB (OK), and Hanscom AFB (MA), with dispersed support at Eglin AFB, Seattle WA, San Antonio TX and several OCONUS positions.

This is a full time Hybrid position located at Hanscom Air Force Base, MA.

Responsibilities

Duties include, but not limited to:

• Conduct reviews on program portfolio to evaluate and/or recommend alternative plans, improve systems engineering programs/processes, manage/sustain program technical baseline, and design/perform system level tests to assure that subsystems and system performance is achieved in accordance with approved specifications
• Perform program reviews to evaluate alternative proposed plans, systems engineering programs, design and test results to assure that subsystem and system performance is achieved in accordance with program specifications
• Prepare technical documents which define, specify, and recommend system/subsystem characteristics. Prepares management reports and conducts technical presentations for planning, implementation and corrective action using application of engineering economy principles
• Perform validation of systems, including development of criteria and procedures. Analyze and/or evaluate results of major engineering systems
• Provide system/program engineering, technical support and technical training to support programs/initiatives, including but not limited to: acquisition, development, integration, sustainment, continued evolution, deployment/fielding and installation, and operations oversight
• Provide engineering support services and inputs to program and project risk management activities in compliance with AF Systems Engineering Assessment Model (SEAM) processes
• Provide engineering support to conduct formal trade studies based on engineering performance, effectiveness, cost effectiveness, cost performance, life cycle cost, productivity, reliability, maintainability, risk, and schedule
• Provide technical recommendation support services, including reviews, studies, audits, evaluations and analyses, scientific and procedural guidance, documentation, technical analysis, and support of associated engineering IPTs
• Provide proposal analysis support services that compare and quantify proposed systems, components, approaches for technical feasibility, compatibility, and cost effectiveness
• Provide concepts and requirements analyses support services including, but not limited to, reviewing and analyzing:
  • Initial Capabilities Documents (ICDs)
  • Capability Development Documents (CDDs)
  • Capability Production Documents (CPDs)
  • Analysis of Alternatives (AoAs)
  • Military Utility Assessments
  • Concepts of Operation (CONOPs)
  • Technology Development Strategies,
  • Functional Configuration Audits (FCA)/Physical Configuration Audits (PCA), and
  • Technology Standards Profiles
• Review and analyze system concepts and user requirements that have been approved and entered into a system requirements baseline (functional, allocated, and product)
• Supports implementation and execution of software development and integration on in concert with Government and prime contractors
• Applies expert knowledge and mastery of advanced engineering theories, principles, concepts, standards, and methods to ensure assigned work remains consistent with program objectives, costs, schedules, performance criteria, and existing policies
• Works with Government and Contractor personnel to review work performed by private industry, such as design, analysis and testing of systems and subsystems
• Systematically applies expertise in systems engineering to create new or substantially improved, processes, techniques, and/or procedures that address requirements
• Applies experimental theories, new applications or developments to improve operations and/or resolve unique or complex/controversial problems, conditions or issues
• Understanding of cloud-based systems, including management and projection of cost and performance, preferred
• Experience with Agile methods and Continuous Integration/Continuous Development, Development, Security and Operations (DevSecOps) and Development and Operations (DevOps) principals, preferred
• Understanding and experience with Agile software development best practices specifically Scaled Agile Framework, DevOps and Agile sprint planning
• Ability to guide development efforts in the effective use of standards to achieve mission capabilities with Agile standards, as applicable
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills

Qualifications

Citizenship: Must be a US citizen

Minimum Required Qualifications

Clearance: Must have an Active Secret Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and 20 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, 10 of which must be in the DoD OR,

• 30+ years of directly related experience, 12 of which must be in the DoD

Technical Skills

• Principal Systems Engineering expertise supporting the E-3 Saudi AWACS Weapon System modernization effort, with responsibility for system engineering planning, execution, and technical oversight.
• Extensive experience in requirements development, analysis, allocation, and traceability to ensure mission and program objectives are achieved.
• Skilled in the review and evaluation of Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs), technical documentation, engineering artifacts, and contractor deliverables.
• Experience developing, managing, and maintaining system engineering documentation throughout the system lifecycle.
• Proven ability to identify, assess, and mitigate technical risks while supporting program execution, integration activities, and modernization initiatives.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) for technical reporting, documentation management, requirements tracking, and executive briefings.
• Strong understanding of systems engineering processes, technical reviews, configuration management principles, and defense acquisition environments.

Interpersonal Skills

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, enabling effective collaboration with government personnel, contractors, and international stakeholders.
• Demonstrated leadership through influence, guiding technical teams and stakeholders toward successful outcomes without direct authority.
• Strong relationship-building skills with the ability to foster collaboration across cross-functional engineering, program management, and customer organizations.
• Self-starter who proactively identifies technical challenges, drives resolution efforts, and supports mission-critical objectives with minimal supervision.
• Advanced problem-solving and analytical capabilities for addressing complex technical and programmatic issues.
• Adaptable and effective in dynamic environments, balancing multiple priorities while responding to evolving customer and mission requirements.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with strong situational awareness and the professionalism necessary to navigate complex stakeholder environments and technical discussions.

Additional Information

Location: Hanscom AFB, MA

Travel: 20% (OK, San Antonio, Japan)

Hybrid

Company Overview

Odyssey is a world-class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey meets the military’s operational needs by integrating layered defense systems from equipment, technology, and services to data, information, and business operations. We streamline defense acquisition and sustainment, engineering the technical battlefield with domain-specific proficiency to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution, peak organizational performance, and fostering a workplace built on employee care.

Odyssey is proud to live out our core values of commitment, ambition, and respect in our work and communities through OdysseyCares, a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations, an employer match program, and volunteering events.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Please Note:

Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.

This position is filled through continuous recruitment and will remain open until a sufficient pool of applications has been received.Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, Tricare supplement, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, employee assistance program, learning and development benefit, paid time off, and holidays.Odyssey Benefits