Structures Engineer, Senior - Diaconia LLC

Diaconia is looking for a talented Structure Engineer Senior to join our Amazing team!

If you're looking to join a company that truly appreciates you and your talents, look no further! At Diaconia, we are committed to serving and caring for our colleagues, our clients and our community. Our team is made up of talented individuals who appreciate having the opportunity to contribute their knowledge and experience to further the growth and development of our industry. Our ideal candidates embrace diverse thinking, enjoy partnering with others and are seeking to make a difference!

We are currently searching for a new, full-time member for our team for the position of:

Structures Engineer, Senior

U.S. Citizenship required

Senior Structures Engineer - Engineering Support

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Structures Engineer to provide advanced engineering support for the development, procurement, sustainment, and modification of aircraft structural systems, subsystems, components, and equipment. The ideal candidate will possess comprehensive knowledge of engineering principles and practices, with a focus on ensuring the airworthiness and integrity of military aircraft.

Key Responsibilities:

• Technical Expertise: Apply advanced knowledge and recognized expertise in structures engineering to oversee and support the efforts of junior and journeyman personnel in the technical discipline.
• Regulatory Compliance: Execute and uphold standards and policies including DoD, AF, and relevant engineering principles. Demonstrate understanding and application of MIL-HDBK-516C for airworthiness certification criteria.
• System Integrity Programs: Support the System Integrity Programs including Mechanical Systems Integrity Program (MECSIP), maintain and update the Critical Safety Item (CSI) list, and monitor airworthiness certification for mission partner aircraft.
• Requirements Translation: Assist in translating user requirements into weapon system requirements to facilitate the design, development, testing, and evaluation of systems for deployment.
• Technical Documentation: Produce and review a variety of technical documents and engineering plans, including Operational Requirements Documents (ORDs), System Engineering Plans (SEPs), and Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMPs).
• Risk Assessment: Conduct system safety engineering evaluations, perform mishap risk assessments, and evaluate contractor safety proposals and analyses to resolve high-priority safety issues.
• Collaboration and Communication: Support project team meetings, working groups, and technical reviews, providing inputs and recommendations for equipment and software deficiencies.
• Material Solution Analyses: Participate in analyses leading up to design reviews, assessing operational requirements and developing action plans to improve systems and processes.
• Lifecycle Systems Engineering: Assist with implementing Life Cycle Systems Engineering (LCSE) processes to ensure operational safety and suitability, adhering to relevant policies and standards.
• Safety and Compliance: Provide technical expertise on safety compliance with MIL-STD-882 and FAA requirements, ensuring adherence to risk management practices.
• Continuous Improvement: Engage in value stream mapping and apply best engineering practices through participation in the Air Force Smart Operations for the 21st Century (AFSO21) program.
• Possesses the advanced knowledge, experience and recognized ability to be considered an expert in their technical/professional field, possess the ability to perform tasks and oversee the efforts of junior and journeyman personnel within the technical/professional discipline. Will demonstrate advanced knowledge of their technical/professional discipline as well as possess a comprehensive understanding and ability to apply associated standards, procedures and practices in their area of expertise. (Program Office, Enterprise and Staff Level Support interface).

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in engineering analysis tools and software.
• In-depth understanding of airworthiness and safety standards.

Disclaimer "The responsibilities and duties outlined in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this role. However, they are not exhaustive and may be subject to change or modification at any time to meet the evolving needs of the organization.

Education

Functionally Aligned Minimum Recommended Education and Experience:

• Advanced Degree (Master of Arts (MA) / Master of Science (MS)) and twelve (12) years of experience in the respective technical / professional discipline being performed, five (5) years of which must be in the DoD
• OR, BA/BS degree, and fifteen (15) years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, five (5) of which must be in the DoD
• OR, twenty (20) years of directly related experience with proper certifications as described in the Functionally Aligned Job Descriptions, eight (8) of which must be in the DoD.

Engineering/Computer Science Education Requirements

• To fill engineering positions, it is recommended that the Contractor have successfully completed an undergraduate degree with a major in engineering from a college or university with an Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited engineering program(s) for the degree requirements of the position (e.g. electrical, mechanical, aerospace). Degrees in engineering from a non-accredited ABET program are not considered to be qualified for these positions.
• To fill engineering technology and/or computer science positions, it is recommended that the Contractor have successfully completed an undergraduate or graduate degree with a major in engineering technology or computer science from a college or university with an ABET-accredited engineering technology or computer science program.
• For engineering and computer science positions the degree must have been received in the year of, or any year subsequent to the original date of accreditation. To find out if a school has an ABET accreditation, go to ABET accredited schools (http://www.abet.org).

U.S. Citizenship required; Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the required level

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Diaconia is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin

MUST be willing to consent to a background check including a criminal record check, employment, and education verification. No Exceptions!