Combat Systems Engineer

General information

Requisition # R62749 Locations USA-DC-Washington Posting Date 08/22/2025 Security Clearance Required Secret Remote Type Hybrid Time Type Full time

Description & Requirements

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MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Combat Systems Engineer to join our team working in the Washington, D.C. Navy Yard. This is a hybrid position requiring 2-3 days a week in office.

This entry-level role supports the Spain Combat Systems Engineer (CSE) and plays a key part in advancing U.S. Navy Aegis combat system capabilities within the Spain F-100 Frigate Programs.
 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Attend and support technical discussions regarding system integration and testing

• Assist with technical deliverables review and documentation quality assurance

• Coordinate and track action items, risk management activities, and schedules

• Develop and maintain engineering plans and procedures

• Draft and route Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) reviews for CSE-related deliverables

• Support the development of monthly COR reports, invoice reviews, and CPARS planning

• Collaborate with functional areas including Systems Integration & Test, Logistics, and Technical Representatives

• Track contract and funding requirements with the Financial and Contracts teams

• Support and help organize monthly Risk Reviews and maintain risk register inputs

• Use Power Apps and Planner tools to maintain action item and task visibility

• Travel up to 10% - travel will include both CONUS and OCONUS

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering or Ocean Engineering

• 0+ years of experience in naval ship design, systems engineering, or defense acquisition

• Must possess a passport or have the ability to obtain a passport

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with Aegis Combat System components and Navy system lifecycle

• Experience with U.S. Navy correspondence standards (NAVSEA)

• Exposure to foreign military sales or international defense programs

Clearance Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen and possess a current or active United States Government Secret security clearance.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of th