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Aerospace Engineer (SME)
Joint Research and Development, LLC —Nellis AFB, NV
- $84,000 - $137,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- 11+ years
- Senior level
- Leadership
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
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Navigation Engineer SME – NASA Lunar Navigation Systems
a.i. solutions, Inc. —Lanham, MD
- $165,000 - $190,000 a year
- Remote
- Background check
- Computer Science
- Master's degree
- Paid parental leave
- AD&D insurance
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Component Engineer, SME
Bastion Technologies —Pasadena, CA
- $165,000 - $200,000 a year
- Part-time
- Remote
- Microsoft Excel
- Pass drug screening
- 11+ years
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
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Navigation Engineer SME – NASA Lunar Navigation Systems - TEMPORARY
a.i. solutions, Inc. —Lanham, MD
- $165,000 - $190,000 a year
- Temporary
- Remote
- Background check
- Computer Science
- Master's degree
- Paid parental leave
- AD&D insurance
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Unmanned Systems (UxS) Chief Engineer
CACI —Remote
- $114,600 - $252,100 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Bachelor of Science
- Engineering
- System design
- Health insurance
Director of Systems Engineering
DroneUp, LLC —Remote
- $175,000 - $195,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Continuous improvement
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Product management
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TACSATCOM SME
QinetiQ US —Chantilly, VA
- $170,000 - $210,000 a year
- Email
- Remote
- Engineering
- Research
- Senior level
Proposal Evaluator SME- NASA Missions (Spacecraft Exp. Desired)
Cornell Technical Services —Hampton, VA
- Part-time
- Remote
- Management
- Bachelor's degree
- Senior level
Senior Space Capability Warfighter Integration SME
QinetiQ US —Chantilly, VA
- $150,000 - $200,000 a year
- Email
- Remote
- Engineering
- Senior level
- Commercial
Orion Passive Thermal Control System (PTCS) Subject Matter Expert
Amentum —Remote
- Part-time
- Remote
- Bachelor of Science
- Engineering
- 11+ years
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Paid holidays
Parachute Systems – Subject Matter Expert
Astrion —Remote
- Full-time
- Remote
- System design
- Master's degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
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Aerospace Engineer (SME)

Joint Research and Development, LLC
Nellis AFB, NV

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Job Details

Full-time
$84,000 - $137,000 a year

Benefits

AD&D insurance
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Qualifications

Technical engineering
Data visualization software proficiency
Data analysis reporting
Engineering development testing
Reporting and dashboarding tools
Managing engineering teams
System testing
Systems analysis
Data visualization projects
Data analysis software

Full Job Description

JRAD is seeking candidates for an upcoming Aerospace Engineer (Subject Matter Expert) position supporting the U.S. Air Force Operational Test and Evaluation Center (AFOTEC), Detachment 6 (DET 6) – Fighter Test Services (FTS). This position is located at Nellis AFB, NV.

The Aerospace Engineer (Subject Matter Expert) serves as a recognized technical authority providing expert-level aerospace engineering support to operational test and evaluation (OT&E) of fighter aircraft systems under the Air Force Operational Test and Evaluation Center (AFOTEC) Detachment 6 Fighter Test Services contract.

Applies extensive knowledge of aeronautical engineering, aircraft systems, mission integration, and operational environments to lead complex technical analyses and evaluations. Provides authoritative guidance on aircraft performance, system integration, survivability, and mission effectiveness across live flight testing, distributed test environments, and the Joint Simulation Environment (JSE).

Establishes analytical frameworks, engineering methodologies, and evaluation strategies to support AFOTEC’s independent assessment of system effectiveness and suitability. Advises senior government leadership and contractor management on critical technical issues, risks, and operational implications.

Roles/Responsibilities:

Serve as the principal technical authority on aerospace engineering matters related to fighter aircraft systems and operational test and evaluation
Lead development of advanced engineering methodologies, analytical frameworks, and evaluation approaches for complex system assessments
Oversee and perform high-level analyses of aircraft performance, system integration, and mission effectiveness in operational environments
Provide expert evaluation of aircraft subsystems, including avionics, propulsion, weapons systems, sensors, communications, and mission systems integration
Direct correlation and validation efforts between flight test data, modeling and simulation (M&S) outputs, and operational performance results
Lead technical assessments, trade studies, and risk analyses to inform acquisition decisions and operational evaluations
Identify and resolve complex technical issues, anomalies, and performance deficiencies, and provide recommendations for mitigation or further investigation
Advise government leadership on technical findings, implications, and recommended courses of action
Provide technical oversight and guidance to senior, journeyman, and junior engineering personnel
Lead multidisciplinary engineering efforts and ensure integration across engineering, operations research, intelligence, and test teams
Support development and review of high-level technical documentation, including evaluation reports, engineering assessments, and executive briefings
Contribute to strategic planning, test design, and long-term capability development initiatives
Ensure compliance with engineering standards, safety requirements, and security protocols

Required Skills and Education:

Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
20 or more years of relevant professional experience in aerospace engineering, flight test, aircraft systems analysis, or related technical fields
Experience supporting operational test and evaluation (OT&E) activities within AFOTEC or similar test organizations
Familiarity with fighter aircraft systems (e.g., F-35, F-16, F-15) and air combat operations
Experience with Joint Simulation Environment (JSE) or other modeling and simulation environments
Experience with advanced modeling and simulation, digital engineering, or mission-level analysis
Familiarity with the following tools and technologies: engineering analysis tools (e.g., MATLAB, Simulink, or equivalent); data analysis tools and programming languages (e.g., Python, MATLAB); modeling and simulation environments and tools; data visualization and reporting tools
Demonstrated expertise in aerospace engineering principles applied to advanced aircraft systems and mission environments
Extensive experience supporting operational test and evaluation (OT&E), flight test, or aircraft systems integration programs
Experience leading complex technical analyses, modeling and simulation efforts, and engineering evaluations
Experience providing technical leadership and guidance across multidisciplinary teams
Experience advising senior leadership on technical issues, risks, and program decisions

Security Clearance:

Active Secret clearance required; Top Secret/SCI preferred

When you work for JRAD you will never be just a number. We put people before profits!

JRAD is committed to the health and well-being of its employees. We offer more paid time off than the average company upon hire and the following benefits are available to all full-time employees:

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed medical & dependent day care
Disability Insurance
401K Plan
Tuition Reimbursement

JRAD is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

The JRAD salary range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. There are many factors considered when determining the compensation provided in an offer. These factors include, but are not limited to position responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and contract terms and conditions.

PLEASE NOTE: Once you apply, to ensure you continue to receive important updates on your application and status, please add JRAD to your approved email list and/or check your spam and junk mail often for updates.

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