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# Principal Acquisition Program Engineer

- **Company:** Applied Research Solutions
- **Location:** Hill Air Force Base, UT, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Systems Engineering, Configuration Management, Requirements Management, Technical Data Management Systems
- **Published:** August 25, 2026
- **Apply:** https://recruiting.ultipro.com/APP1013ARSS/JobBoard/d7bd66ed-d867-48a4-879e-5b0f95b51ad5/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=04249e00-2f65-4588-8ccc-f85b5f5bf519

## About the Role

* Must be a US citizen
 * Active Secret security clearance required
 * Education and experience requirements must meet one of the following:
 + Master's degree in relevant engineering discipline + 25 years of relevant experience and recognized at national level in a relevant technical field, specialized engineering, or technology area. Published in the area of expertise and have taught formally in the area; or Doctorate degree in a relevant engineering discipline and 25 years of relevant experience

 * Extensive experience supporting DoD acquisition programs, weapon systems, munitions, armament systems, aerospace systems, or related defense programs
 * Demonstrated ability to lead complex engineering efforts across the system acquisition lifecycle
 * Strong analytical, problem-solving, technical writing, and briefing skills
 * Ability to work independently and provide technical recommendations to Government leadership

All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.

## Description

* Provide engineering and technical support for Air Force armament, munitions, and weapon system programs throughout development, production, fielding, sustainment, and service life extension activities.
 * Support engineering evaluations and lifecycle management activities for armament systems, munitions, and CAD/PAD devices, including service life assessments, hazard classification reviews, and technical specification development.
 * Review and evaluate engineering documentation, technical data packages, requirements, and program artifacts to support acquisition and sustainment decision making.
 * Conduct engineering analyses, risk assessments, trade studies, and technical evaluations to support system performance, reliability, maintainability, and operational readiness.
 * Support Systems Engineering Technical Reviews (SETRs), design reviews, milestone reviews, and other engineering assessments throughout the acquisition lifecycle.
 * Develop technical recommendations and provide engineering expertise to Government program offices, vendors, and stakeholders.
 * Coordinate with contractors, suppliers, and cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues and ensure successful program execution.
 * Prepare technical reports, briefings, engineering documentation, and decision-support products for Government leadership and program stakeholders.
 * Support service life management, configuration management, requirements management, and sustainment planning activities to maintain mission effectiveness.
 * Other duties as assigned


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