SNC has led thoughtful and disruptive change in the aerospace and defense industry for the past 60 years and now, we’re applying this tenacity and expertise to the U.S. Air Force’s (USAF) Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) mission. Join the SNC-led SAOC team and be a part of exciting and meaningful work to modernize and deliver the next-generation SAOC aircraft trusted by the President, Secretary of Defense and Chairs of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to ensure continued critical command, control and communication during national emergencies. If you’re passionate about building the airborne command post of the future, consider SNC for your next mission. Learn more about NC3 and SAOC here.
Responsibilities:
Provide technical liaison support for aircraft mechanical systems throughout production, integration, and test activities
Lead root cause analysis and resolve system‑level issues, non‑conformances, and test anomalies
Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, interface requirements, Aircraft Maintenance manuals (AMM), and test data to diagnose and correct system behavior
Support system, ground, and flight test activities, including test readiness, troubleshooting, and data analysis
Develop and approve engineering dispositions, repairs, rework instructions, and temporary deviations
Coordinate system‑level technical actions across engineering, quality, manufacturing, and test organizations
Document findings, corrective actions, and verification results in accordance with engineering standards
Mentor junior engineers in liaison engineering practices, system troubleshooting, and effective cross‑functional communication
Identify and support continuous improvement initiatives within liaison processes and system integration activities
Provide support to additional mechanical and structural disciplines as needed
Qualifications You Must Have:
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline
10+ years of experience in mechanical or systems engineering, including hands‑on liaison or test support experience
Strong understanding of aircraft mechanical systems and how they behave and interact under operational and test conditions
Demonstrated experience with troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, reports, ICDs, system‑level requirements, and Aircraft Maintenance manuals (AMM)
Proven ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary engineering, manufacturing, and test teams
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Qualifications We Prefer:
Master’s degree or higher in a relevant engineering field
Experience supporting assembly, integration, ground test, and/or flight test activities
Highly experienced with FAA regulations and familiar with additional aerospace regulatory frameworks (EASA, DoD, NASA)
Experience with MRB, non‑conformance management, and engineering dispositions
Knowledge of MBSE tools, requirements management, or system modeling techniques
Experience with test instrumentation, data acquisition systems, or test analysis tools
Background in developing or delivering technical training or mentoring
Experienced in maintenance and modification of Boeing commercial aircraft
Essential Functions:
Ability to work on a computer for extended periods.
Occasional travel may be required.
Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment.
Applying systematic and logical problem-solving techniques to develop mechanical designs
Clearly convey technical information, design specifications, and project updates to team members, stakeholders, and management
Ability to understand technical documents, designs and test reports.
This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.
SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.
SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.
SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!
SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.