Senior Targets and Threats Engineer

Location

Niceville, FL | United States

Job description

Job Title : Senior Targets and Threats Engineer

Location : Eglin AFB, FL (On-Site Work Required)

Canvas is currently seeking a qualified candidate to support the 780th Test Squadron on the TMAS II contract! The 780th Test Squadron has the responsibility to provide support for test events worldwide and is composed of diverse flights overseeing testing of all state-of-the art weapon systems. Under the guidance of the 780th Test Squadron, Joint Test Force Director, the individual will serve as a Targets and Threats Engineer in support of laboratory, ground, and flight test efforts of an ACAT 1D acquisition program. The individual will serve as a focal point for synchronizing test efforts across multiple agencies and geographically separated locations, providing critical information to senior leadership to facilitate rapid and concise decision making. The successful candidate will aid in the coordination and scheduling of aerial targets and electronic warfare/electronic attack target payloads to ensure test objectives are met while minimizing program risk. He or She will assist in executing test events, providing expert advice to address contingencies while ensuring safety and security thresholds are maintained. When testing is complete, the candidate will analyze data and provide recommendations to the JTF Director to ensure cost, schedule, and performance plans are adhered to. Finally, working with the prime contractor and program office, he or she will monitor equipment status to ensure critical test assets are at the right location at the right time and in the correct configuration based on test planning documentation.

Duties :

• Coordinate target configurations and capabilities to support lab, ground and flight test.
• Forecast test assets and range requirements and serve as Point of Contact for information regarding target capabilities and limitations.
• Assist in the development and integration of unique test assets onto target aircraft.
• Integrate with program offices and prime contractors.
• Coordinate logistical efforts related to test equipment.
• Assist in the facility improvement process for program related infrastructure.
• Attend program meetings both locally and throughout CONUS.
• Manage electronic attack pods for the 96TW.
• Identify range instrumentation requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience:

• Master's degree in relevant discipline and 10+ years of relevant experience; education may be substituted with years of experience if approved by customer.
• Must be familiar with Air Force and Navy test processes and regulations, and with the DoD acquisition enterprise.
• Must be knowledgeable in DT/OT test processes; must have experience with aerial targets and electronic warfare/electronic attack target payloads.
• Must be familiar with ranges, aircraft, aircrew, data, infrastructure, and safety constraints associated with developmental and operational flight test.
• Must be analytical, methodical and detail-oriented and have the ability to communicate in oral and written form.
• Must be able to work as part of a team and have the ability to prioritize and manage their work to achieve outcomes.

Required Security Level: Must have and be able to maintain a Top-Secret clearance.

About Us

Founded in 2007, Canvas, Inc. connects a passion for going beyond the expected with the knowledge and expertise to deliver what our clients need now and in the future. Canvas has been recognized as a Great Place to Work Certified ™, Fortune Best Small Workplace ™, Fortune Best Workplace for Millennials ™ (2022), Best Place for Working Parents (2022 & 2023), HIRE Vets Gold Medallion Awardee (2021 & 2022), Best Places to Work Awardee, 2019 Government Contracting - Technology Business of the Year, and Woman-Owned Small Business of the Year (2018) by the Huntsville/Madison Chamber of Commerce.

Benefits of Working with Canvas, Inc.

To reflect our company culture, Canvas offers an exciting array of benefits that makes up our employees' total rewards package. Those benefits may include:

• Competitive Wages*
• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Generous company-funded Basic Life Insurance
• Company-funded Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• 11 Paid Federal Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Dependent Care and Medical Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match and 100% immediate vesting
• Tuition Reimbursement for ongoing training, continuing education, or advanced degree programs
• Robust Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Spot Awards for exemplary individual performance
• Discretionary performance-based bonuses
• And many more!

*Final compensation for this position is determined by a variety of factors, such as a candidate's relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.

Canvas is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Canvas, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and a VEVRAA federal contractor who affords equal employment opportunity to protected veterans and people with disabilities.

Canvas, Inc has equal employment opportunities that are based upon a candidate's qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job and are free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit U.S. citizenship is required for most positions.

Canvas, Inc. is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. Canvas, Inc. will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources department at (256) 489-2988 or [email protected] .

For further information on Canvas Inc, including more information on employee benefits and our company culture, visit our website at

If an offer of employment is extended, applicant must have the ability to pass a background check. Offer of Employment is contingent upon the results.

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