Are you a problem solver?

Do you strive to make a positive difference?

Do you enjoy being a contributor to a world class team?

Summit Technical Solutions (STS) (http://sts-llc.com/) is seeking an experienced SME II to oversee the compliance of DOD and USAF directives for nuclear weapons and nuclear weapon systems require that all procedures, personnel, equipment, facilities and organizations shall be nuclear certified. This position, which provides technical advisory services support to the Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center (AFNWC) Surety and Certification Division (NTS), is resident at the operation location at Hill AFB Utah. The successful candidate will be directly responsible for providing technical advice and technical assistance to the AFNWC supporting nuclear certification and related activities supporting Ground Based Strategic Deterrent (GBSD) and MM III weapon systems.

Primary Responsibilities

• Nuclear surety and certification of the Ground Based Strategic Deterrent (GBSD) weapon system. GBSD is in the Engineering and Manufacturing Design (EMD) phase and the candidate will be monitoring the design efforts to ensure nuclear surety principles are employed so that nuclear certification can be accomplished.

• Nuclear surety and certification of the various modifications and support equipment replacement programs to the Minuteman (MM) III weapon system. Similar to GBSD the candidate will be monitoring design and production efforts for the changes to the MM III since it is in sustainment until GBSD is deployed.

• The candidate will be supporting AFNWC/NTS in their efforts to produce/review the various documentary artifacts required to move every certification effort through the process defined in AFI 63-125, AFMAN 91-118, AFMAN 91-119, as well as other directives.

• WRT the artifacts required for nuclear certification, the candidate will conduct research and produce white papers, procedural and gap analyses, and compliance reports in support of the nuclear certification requirements.

  Essential Job Functions

• Comprehensive understanding of nuclear surety principles to monitor design.

• Comprehensive knowledge of nuclear surety and certification processes.

• Monitor design and production of the Minuteman II weapons systems.

• Support production efforts of the AFNWC/NTS

• Review and production of testing and certification documentation such as SOPS, white papers and other documentary artifacts.

• Conduct research to conduct procedural and gap analyses.

• Compile compliance reports to support the nuclear certification requirements.

• Other related tasks as assigned.

Required SkillsRequired Experience

Skills

Required:

• Comprehensive knowledge of nuclear weapons certification

• Comprehensive understanding of nuclear surety principles

• Previous experience with the Minuteman (MM) III weapons system

  Preferred:

• Proven leadership over a team

  Experience

  Required:

• 10+ years’ experience in Minuteman (MM) III weapons systems or related nuclear weapons

• 10+ years’ experience in Engineering related field.

  Preferred:

• 15+ years’ experience in Minuteman (MM) III weapons systems or related nuclear weapons

• 15+ years’ experience in Engineering related field.

• Previous military experience

  Education

  Required:

• N/A

  Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Other Requirements

• U.S. Citizen

• Active Secret clearance (minimum) and the ability to maintain the clearance throughout period of employment.

What makes STS great?

STS is a services-based organization that relies on the exceptional results our workforce delivers to customers every day. We realize that our customers’ high regard for our consistently high performance is only possible because of the talents, exceptional work ethic, and commitment of our people. We promote and live by a strong and inclusive company culture that places the focus on customer (http://sts-llc.com/responsive/customer-satisfaction/) and employee (http://sts-llc.com/careers/from-our-employees/) satisfaction, communication, and respect.

What to expect from STS:

• Competitive total compensation plan (http://sts-llc.com/careers/company-benefits/) , with immediate eligibility for most benefits and a 401(k) plan with matching contributions!

• A work environment that emphasizes the safety of our workforce

• An organization that is committed to upholding the highest level of business ethics and workplace conduct

• A company that supports "paying it forward (http://sts-llc.com/who-we-are/community-support/) " with involvement in several deserving organizations and encourages volunteerism in the employee's community

• Generous paid time-off program that starts on the first day of employment!

• Tuition and certification cost reimbursement programs for qualifying employees

STS is actively committed to employment of Veterans, whom we regard as one of our Nation’s greatest resources. Today, you will find Veterans at every level of our organization, continuing their service to our country by supporting our government contracts and customers. STS is proud of their dedication, work ethic, loyalty, and commitment to duty, and we will continue to promote career opportunities for Veterans who are sincerely deserving of our appreciation.

We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.