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Senior Ballistic Armor Acquisition and Test Engineer, SME
Cherokee Federal. Support the S24 Program Manager in managing the full lifecycle development, testing, qualification, and sustainment of ATAE body armor and personal protective systems .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in ballistic testing methodologies, performance standards, and technical documentation for personal protective equipment. Proven ability to manage lifecycle development and ensure compliance with military standards and specifications.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Ballistic Testing MethodologiesTechnical Manual AuthoringEngineering Change Proposals EvaluationActive Secret ClearanceExperience with Navy Acquisition Programs
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Hard Skills
Mechanical EngineeringMaterials ScienceTextile EngineeringSystems EngineeringBallistic Test Plans AnalysisRoot-Cause InvestigationConfiguration ControlUser Evaluation Events PlanningPerformance Data ReportingHuman Factors Assessments
Soft Skills
Analytical ThinkingCollaborationCommunicationProblem-SolvingLeadership
Tools & Technologies
CMPROConfiguration Management ToolsetsAberdeen Test CenterCommercial Ballistic Testing Facilities
Certifications & Qualifications
Active Secret ClearancePre-Employment Qualifications of Cherokee Federal
Industry Keywords
Personal ArmorPPETactical Life-Support SystemsDoD SpecificationsFAR/DFARS ComplianceBody Armor Working GroupNaval BuoyancyMaritime Survivability Constraints
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Support the S24 Program Manager in managing the full lifecycle development, testing, qualification, and sustainment of ATAE body armor and personal protective systems
- Analyze and evaluate ballistic test plans and protocols against DoD specifications and military standards
- Witness First Article Testing and Lot Acceptance Testing at Aberdeen Test Center and qualified commercial ballistic laboratories
- Review, validate, and summarize ballistic test results and reports
- Lead root-cause investigations following ballistic or environmental non-conformances and formulate corrective and preventive actions
- Evaluate and advise on commercial ballistic testing laboratory capabilities, accreditation, and utilization
- Evaluate Engineering Change Proposals and Requests for Variance with DCMA and the TWH
- Ensure traceability and configuration control of ballistic armor packages, inserts, plates, and carrier systems
- Plan and execute user evaluation events, human factors assessments, and human buoyancy/water ingress testing
- Collect and report user feedback and performance data to guide design and procurement decisions
- Develop engineering inputs, performance parameters, and verification requirements for Purchase Descriptions and solicitation packages
- Author and edit operator manuals, equipment handbooks, use and care manuals, and Maintenance Requirement Cards
- Represent the NSWC PCD S24 ATAE Program in inter-service working groups
- Coordinate technical requirements and lessons learned across naval and joint-service stakeholders
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Textile Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent military/contractor technical experience
- 7+ years of progressive experience in personal armor, PPE, or tactical life-support systems
- Proven hands-on background in ballistic testing methodologies, performance standards, and test range protocols for soft armor and hard armor
- Experience witnessing and evaluating FAT/LAT ballistic test events at Aberdeen Test Center or certified commercial ballistic testing facilities
- Experience authoring or contributing to military Purchase Descriptions, technical manuals, and Maintenance Requirement Cards
- Must be a US Citizen
- Active Secret clearance or ability to obtain a Secret clearance
- Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer; may occasionally require standing or moving about the office for extended periods
- Preferred: Direct experience supporting Navy acquisition programs, particularly NSWC PCD, NAVSEA, or PM-ICE / Soldier Protective Services
- Preferred: Familiarity with naval buoyancy and maritime survivability constraints for body armor
- Preferred: Active participation in the Body Armor Working Group or multi-service personal protective gear forums
- Preferred: Working knowledge of DCMA quality oversight, FAR/DFARS compliance, and CMPRO/Configuration Management toolsets
Benefits
Comp & perks- Up to a 6% 401(k) company match
- Paid time off
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Prescription drug coverage
- Basic life and AD&D insurance
- Supplemental life insurance options
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
- Health Savings Account (HSA) options
- Professional development, training, and certification support
- Voluntary accident, critical illness, and identity theft protection benefits