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Senior Systems Engineer (5413)

Posted about 2 hours ago

OfficePatuxent River, MDSE140k - 200k USD
SMX is looking for a candidate to support PMA 281 and serve as the FMS Engineer for the Theater Mission Planning Center (TMPC) program. The TMPC program is a software intensive solution that supports critical planning and execution for the Tomahawk cruise missile weapon system. The program has high visibility, involves significant collaboration with other DoD Services, and is relied upon to be first-to-the-fight.
You will be part of a dynamic team that is driving innovative technology and exploring modern Agile acquisition processes to support FMS for the TWS. You will manage technical sustainment and modification of the TMPC software in support of FMS. You will conduct traditional systems engineering, digital engineering, and Agile software processes.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Apply systems engineering processes to the analysis, development, testing, deployment, and sustainment of TMPC mission planning software and technical documentation for the Tomahawk missile system for FMS programs.
  • Coordinate closely with the Foreign Disclosure Office (FDO) to ensure that software and technical documentation is appropriately sanitized and properly documented for FDO release approval to partner FMS countries.
  • Engage with customers to collect input and feedback to improve and enhance TMPC.
  • Review, analyze, and document TMPC emerging requirements.
  • Review, analyze, and document TMPC software defects.
  • Analyze the impact of changes to TMPC system requirements and interfaces.
  • Lead working groups to address engineering and technical challenges that require analysis of alternatives.
  • Participate in the analysis and documentation of cyber and system security aspects of the TMPC software.
  • Participate on working groups and collaborate with software developers to help migrate TMPC software into DevSecOps software pipelines.
  • Providing technical input for project plans, schedules, roadmaps, and cost estimates.
  • Author reports and brief NAVAIR Leadership on status, metrics, and technical analysis.
  • Participate in change management and configuration management processes and review boards.
  • Review vendor produced MBSE models, and contribute to MBSE descriptions of the system.
  • Coordinate with test and evaluation activities for assessment of TMPC
  • Conduct technical Risk Management and tracking.
  • Assist with vendor tasking, guidance, and oversight in the development of technical SOWs, participation with TIMs, PMRs, and review of CDRLs.
  • Participate in the development of strategies to apply Agile development practices to TMPC FMS.
  • Participate in Agile software development processes including backlog grooming, backlog prioritization, sprint reviews, program increment reviews, and capability evaluation.
  • Participate in the development of process and product improvement initiatives for TMPC software.
  • Advise and assist NAVAIR executives, managers, and supervisors in the planning and implementation of systems engineering and digital engineering policy and guidance.

Required Skills & Experience

  • Clearance Required: Secret
    • Must be able to obtain Top Secret eligibility
  • Bachelor's degree and 10+ years of relevant experience is required
  • Willingness to travel 6-8 times per year

Desired Skills & Experience:

• Experience working with software or DoD platforms is desired

Application Deadline: 7/3/2026


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:
$140,000$200,000 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).

Job details
Workplace
Office
Location
Patuxent River, MD
Experience
SE
Salary
140k - 200k USD
per year

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