The successful candidate shall have experience with guidance algorithms (proportional navigation, pursuit guidance, optimal guidance, intercept geometry), navigation & estimation, Kalman filtering (EKF/UKF), inertial navigation, GPS/INS integration, sensor fusion, control engineering, PID, LQR, state space control, autopilot design, stability & robustness analysis, M&S (Modeling & Simulation), MATLAB/Simulink, Python (NumPy/SciPy), C/C++ for embedded or real time simulation, and familiarity with 6 DOF modeling.• • Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related discipline or a Master’s degree (preferred) with coursework such as Modern Control Systems, Modern (or Optimal) Control Theory, MIMO Control, Linear Systems Theory, Robotics, [Optimal] State Estimation, or courses with Sensing, Navigation, Localization, or Mapping in the name.
p/>Bowhead seeks a Systems Engineer, with System Safety experience, to join our team supporting Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD), their tenant organizations and customers.
- A Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, or technical discipline.
Please click here for the E-Verify Poster in English or Spanish. Actively participate in daily operations stand-up meetings to provide updates on ongoing activities, highlight key operational priorities, and address any challenges or risks impacting mission success.
Please click here for the E-Verify Poster in English or Spanish. - BS/BA (or equivalent) in Optical, Electrical, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field, and minimum 6 years Software or systems experience or Graduate’s degree and 4 years software or systems experience.
div>SYSTEMS ENGINEER (MBSE) (E30-2026-24878):
Bowhead seeks a DoD SECRET cleared Systems Engineer with Model-Based Systems Engineering experience to join our team supporting the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) on the MK 160 Gun Computer System and Naval Fires Control Systems.
The Systems Engineer will work directly with the client analyzing complex and unique technical support assignments.
The Virtualization/Storage Engineer will be responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle management (design, deployment, maintenance, and optimization) of our core VMware, Enterprise Storage (NetApp/Vast), and Rubrik Backup environments. Knowledge of Department of Defense (DoD) networking and security accreditation requirements such as Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP).
This contract will provide configuration management (CM), logistics, mechanical and electrical engineering technician services, field service support, project management, drafting and design, technical writing, and acquisition services to the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD), Unmanned & Expeditionary Weapon Systems (H40) Division and Intelligent Automation (H60) Division. Applying engineering principles and techniques in the development of quality assurance evaluations and tests on weapons systems and related component systems.
This role requires a strong understanding of virtualization technologies, scripting languages, operating systems, and complex system architectures. The engineer will troubleshoot issues, document procedures, and collaborate with other team members to ensure the stability, security, and performance of the CIAT infrastructure.
Engineer Bowhead / UIC Technical Services
EngineerDahlgren, VA16 days ago
This contract will provide configuration management (CM), logistics, mechanical and electrical engineering technician services, field service support, project management, drafting and design, technical writing, and acquisition services to the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD), Unmanned & Expeditionary Weapon Systems (H40) Division and Intelligent Automation (H60) Division. Three (3) years professional technical experience which includes one (1) year specialized experience performing mechanical, electrical, industrial, systems, or computer engineering.
Chantilly, Virginia22 days ago
You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including design engineers, production personnel, and quality assurance, to optimize manufacturing operations and drive continuous improvement initiatives. As a Manufacturing Engineer, your primary responsibility will be to develop and improve manufacturing processes and systems to ensure the efficient and cost-effective production of defense and aerospace products.
Please click here for the E-Verify Poster in English or Spanish. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong leadership, technical depth in threat-informed engineering, and the ability to integrate Mission Protection requirements into operational planning, system architecture, and lifecycle activities.
Please click here for the E-Verify Poster in English or Spanish. In addition to technical contributions, this position conducts the day‑to‑day software lead activities by providing technical guidance, assigning tasks, reviewing and approving formal documentation, and estimating labor, tools, and other resources to meet budget and schedule commitments.
li>Perform Failure Mode Effectiveness Analysis (FMEA), construct Failure Analysis Logic Trees (FALTs), and generate Target Vulnerability Characterizations (TVCs) in support of system-level survivability and lethality evaluations. Engineer/Vulnerability Module & Engagement Analyst (DETO-2026-24615):
Bowhead seeks new team members in their support to the Navy’s Weapons Systems Munitions Integration and Hypersonic division.
div>- Bachelor’s degree from a school of engineering with at least one curriculum accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) as a professional engineering curriculum in one of the following fields: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineer, Electronics Engineering.
- or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in one of the following fields of study: Mathematics, Computer Science, or Physics.
Sensor Systems Engineering and Technical Support (SSETS) Landing Page (SSETS-2026-24773):
Bowhead is seeking to network with individuals to join our team for newly awarded contract effort to provide engineering and technical support services to support NSWCDD at the warfare center, test facilities,Contractor facilities, and in the field.
Please click here for the E-Verify Poster in English or Spanish. - Experience explaining complex technical topics to different audiences, whether that's fellow engineers, program managers, or customer leadership.
The position focuses on enabling reliable and scalable software delivery by building and optimizing CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure automation, and deployment workflows, while improving developer experience, release velocity, application quality, and system reliability across multi-stack environments. This role supports a variety of modern applications, including backend services, frontend applications, and data pipelines, with a strong emphasis on pipeline engineering, Infrastructure as Code (Terraform), and cloud-native deployments.
Provide assistance and oversight for all information systems operations activities, including computer and telecommunications/communications operations, data entry, data control, LAN/MAN/WAN administration and operations support, operating systems programming, system security policy procedures, and/or web strategy and operations. Perform a variety of systems engineering tasks and activities that are broad in nature and are concerned with major systems design, integration, and implementation, including, hardware, software, budgetary, and support facilities and/or equipment.
Washington DC, DC4 days ago
This role collaborates with Product Owners, Federal Project Managers (FPMs), Business Analysts, Solution Architects, UX/UI Designers, QA Engineers, and DevSecOps teams to deliver end-to-end solutions across the full software development lifecycle. The Senior Full Stack Developer is responsible for designing, developing, integrating, and supporting secure, scalable, and high-performing enterprise web applications using modern cloud-native technologies.
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div>H40/60 FSR and Tech Support Landing Page (H40/60-2025-22405):
Bowhead is seeking to network with individuals to join our team for our proposal effort to provide configuration management (CM), logistics, mechanical and electrical engineering technician services, field service support, project management, drafting and design, technical writing, and acquisition services to the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD), Unmanned & Expeditionary Weapon Systems (H40) Division and Intelligent Automation (H60) Division. Our team will focus on designing, developing, and integrating innovative weapon control systems, detection systems, and sensory technologies for the warfighter, enhancing the operational capabilities of tactical systems.
Washington DC, DC6 days ago
li>Cloud Operations & Reliability: Experience designing highly available systems using Azure-native tools for monitoring, backup, disaster recovery, and cost optimization. - Virtualization & Core Infrastructure: Deep expertise in VMware (vSphere, ESXi, NSX, vCenter, SRM) and enterprise compute, storage, networking, and Active Directory.
li>We will be looking to hire a mid level( 5 years of experience, and a SR level candidate, ten (10) years experience in electromagnetic system design, analysis and test with U.S. Navy/Joint DE systems including pulsed power, RF, Laser, and CIED systems and components.- Please select which level you are applying for when completing the application.
The Electrical Engineer will design, develop, test, and supervise the manufacturing of electrical and electronic equipment for electronic warfare systems.
ul>- A BA/S is required in Electrical Engineering in addition to ten (10) years experience in electromagnetic system design, analysis and test with U.S. Navy/Joint DE systems including pulsed power, RF, Laser, and CIED systems and components.
The Electrical Engineer will design, develop, test, and supervise the manufacturing of electrical and electronic equipment for electronic warfare systems.