Mission Planning Systems Engineer
Arcfield
Dahlgren, VA · Posted October 28, 2026
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About the job
Responsibilities
The Program
The Mission Planning Systems Engineer will be part of a team supporting the Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) office on the development of the Sea Launched Cruise Missile-Nuclear (SLCM-N) Fire Control Systems.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications/Skills :
U.S. Citizenship and an Active or Interim DoD SECRET clearance with ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI Clearance.
BS 5-7 Years, MS 3-5, PhD 0-2
Experience defining independent, verification, and validation (IV&V) strategy, planning, and execution approaches.
Initiative and willingness to learn.
Knowledge of the acquisition process and systems engineering tradeoffs.
Understanding of cruise missile flight dynamics.
Understanding of nuclear warhead requirements and interfaces.
Understanding of software interfaces and messaging protocols.
Ability to represent NSWCDD in a manner that instills trust with leadership.
Demonstrated ability to perform analysis and problem-solving techniques necessary to execute professional scientific/engineering work.
Ability to work independently and with others within established teams, across organizations, to meet established goals within schedule driven timelines.
Experience developing and presenting technical briefs.
Desired Skills/Qualifications :
Experience working with Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) office
Equal Pay Act
This is the projected compensation range for this position. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, Arcfield invests in its employees beyond just compensation. Arcfield ’s benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Short Term and Long-Term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.
Min: $87,840.69 Max: $152,737.91 EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and federal government contractor. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment as protected by law.
The Program
The Mission Planning Systems Engineer will be part of a team supporting the Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) office on the development of the Sea Launched Cruise Missile-Nuclear (SLCM-N) Fire Control Systems.
Required Qualifications/Skills :
U.S. Citizenship and an Active or Interim DoD SECRET clearance with ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI Clearance.
BS 5-7 Years, MS 3-5, PhD 0-2
Experience defining independent, verification, and validation (IV&V) strategy, planning, and execution approaches.
Initiative and willingness to learn.
Knowledge of the acquisition process and systems engineering tradeoffs.
Understanding of cruise missile flight dynamics.
Understanding of nuclear warhead requirements and interfaces.
Understanding of software interfaces and messaging protocols.
Ability to represent NSWCDD in a manner that instills trust with leadership.
Demonstrated ability to perform analysis and problem-solving techniques necessary to execute professional scientific/engineering work.
Ability to work independently and with others within established teams, across organizations, to meet established goals within schedule driven timelines.
Experience developing and presenting technical briefs.
Desired Skills/Qualifications :
Experience working with Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) office