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Systems Engineer (Nuclear Surety)

KIHOMACLayton, Utah🇺🇸United StatesPosted Oct 14, 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

You will play a crucial role in supporting a national security-critical weapon system, gaining invaluable experience in nuclear surety and digital engineering within a mission-focused organization. This opportunity is ideal for a dedicated engineer with a strong foundation in DoD/AF Nuclear Surety policy and processes who thrives in a collaborative, high-performance team environment. Apply now to contribute to vital national security efforts and advance your career in a challenging and rewarding on-site role.

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Full Time
Work mode
On Site
Location
Layton, Utah, United States
Posted
7 hours ago
ComplianceRisk Assessment

Job Description

Expertise and Functions

  • Join a high-performing team within a mission-focused organization
  • Provide direct support to a national security-critical weapon system throughout engineering development, deployment, and sustainment
  • Act as a trusted partner to a digital engineering-driven Air Force organization
  • Perform a range of engineering duties in support of the program including, but not limited to, the following:
    • Conducting technical nuclear surety analysis and risk assessment
    • Performing safety/security evaluations of various subsystems
    • Providing direction on Nuclear Safety Design Certification compliance with integration into an MBSE environment to produce artifacts for Nuclear Certification IAW AFI 63-125
  • Other duties as assigned

Education/Training: 

  • Bachelor’s Degree in relevant engineering or science discipline required
  • Master’s Degree preferred     

Experience:

  • 3+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s Degree
  • 2+ years of relevant experience with a Master’s Degree
  • Experience with DoD/AF Nuclear Surety policy and processes, and an understanding of the DoD Systems Engineering lifecycle required
  • Working knowledge of AFI 63-125 and 91-series AFIs/AFMANs required
  • Direct experience with the Sentinel or MMIII weapon systems preferred
  • Experience with MBSE and Dassault’s Cameo or other MBSE tools (Rhapsody, etc.) preferred
  • Experience with IBM Rational DOORS preferred 

Security:

  • Must be a US citizen
  • Active Secret clearance with willingness/ability to obtain a Top Secret required
  • Candidates with Top Secret clearance will be given preference

Physical Requirements:

  • Able to occasionally reach with hands and arms
  • Prolonged periods of computer screen use, while sitting or standing at a desk
  • Adhere to safety protocols when in work areas requiring use of PPE (e.g. eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, steel toed shoes, etc.)
  • Able to safely lift and carry up to 20 pounds at a time
  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability
  • Training & Development
  • Wellness Resources

Salary: 

The projected salary range for this position is $90,000 - $100,000 per year. This is not a guarantee of compensation, rather actual salary will be based on experience, qualifications, and applicable certifications or degrees held. Offered salary may fall outside of this range.

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