Job Title: C-17 Sustainment Obsolescence and Capabilities Enhancement EngineerJob Description Join a team dedicated to supporting a fleet of 275 C-17 Globemaster III Airlifters as part of a multiyear, multi-billion dollar sustainment contract. This role focuses on the C-17 Sustainment Obsolescence and Capabilities Enhancement programs, which necessitate a modern Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system and tool. Responsibilities + Provide strategic direction for applying industry-standard analysis methods to enhance and optimize engineering and manufacturing processes. + Lead the adaptation and implementation of national and industry standards for product definition data. + Oversee the strategic implementation of new approaches to program planning that simulate the multi-functional dependencies of the product development lifecycle for complex, highly integrated products. + Support IPDM R9/2312 Change Request test development and testing as the Engineering SME. + Support IPDM R9/2312 Data Migration test development and testing as the Engineering SME. + Lead requirements integration test development and testing of Model Based Systems Engineering System Models with IPDM R5 R9/2312. + Work under consultative direction. Essential Skills + Bachelor's degree from an accredited course of study in Engineering. + 10 years of experience working with Systems Engineering processes. + 10 years of experience integrating Digital Engineering modeling, such as 3D solid modeling and systems modeling simulation. + 10 years of experience with analytical problem-solving and troubleshooting. + 5 years of experience creating technical presentations. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Master's degree from an accredited course of study in Engineering. + 15 years of experience working with Systems Engineering processes. + 15 years of experience integrating Digital Engineering modeling, such as 3D solid modeling and systems modeling simulation. + 15 years of experience with analytical problem-solving and troubleshooting. + 8 years of experience creating technical presentations and presenting them to stakeholders. + Education or experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, or chemistry. + DOD experience. + Aerospace experience. + Model Based Systems Engineering experience. Work Environment The position requires work within the engineering domain, focusing on digital engineering and simulation tasks. The role involves testing and development within a collaborative environment, leveraging modern PLM systems. The setting is professional and technical, with a focus on innovation in aerospace engineering. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $85.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Fort Walton Beach,FL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 29, 2025. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.