• Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; four or more years of experience with a bachelors degree or two or more years of experience with a masters degree. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education. • Must have a complete understanding of engineering concepts, principles, codes, and theory; experience demonstrating a broad application of those concepts; and, expanding knowledge of principles, concepts, theory, and practices in related technical specialties. • Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly; apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment; organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases; and, determine the appropriate approach at the task level or, with assistance, at the project level to provide solutions to a range of complex problems. • Must have excellent communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team; able to perform complex tasks in one engineering area; and, lead a team of less experienced professional employees on semi-routine tasks. • Able to work extended hours as required. • A Professional Engineering License is desirable. • Ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance is required. • Desirable Qualifications: • MQ-9B system and program knowledge preferred. • Experience supporting development, integration, and testing new capabilities or technologies. • Experience with production oversight, payload integration, and fielding experience preferred. • Experience with USAF FMS program office, other USG program offices, and international customer(s). • Knowledge of DoD and/or NATO requirements generation and military system acquisition processes is highly desirable. • Extensive knowledge of project management practices and principles is preferred. • Candidate is desired to have experience with Product Management, Proposal Development, Basis of Estimation, Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS).