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$130,987 – $197,200
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 28, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
A senior engineer will oversee weapon systems production at a government facility, managing technical compliance, evaluating manufacturing issues, and approving hardware dispositions. This role suits someone with extensive engineering experience who can independently exercise technical authority and lead complex program oversight.
Our summary, not STRATEGIC SYSTEMS PROGRAMS (SSP)’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
What they ask for
Required
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent technical education
- At least one year of specialized experience at GS-13 or NH-03 equivalent level
- Advanced engineering analysis, production oversight, or technical baseline management experience
- Ability to independently evaluate, test, manage, or deliver hardware or technical capabilities
Nice to have
- Professional Engineer (PE) licensure
- Engineer in Training (EIT) or Engineer Intern (EI) registration
- Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination passage