Systems Engineer (Nuclear Surety)

KIHOMAC· DSG - Defense Services Group
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📍 Layton, Utah, United StatesFull time💰 USD 90K–100K

About this role

Expertise and Functions

  • Join a high-performing team within a mission-focused organization
  • Provide direct support to a national security-critical weapon system throughout engineering development, deployment, and sustainment
  • Act as a trusted partner to a digital engineering-driven Air Force organization
  • Perform a range of engineering duties in support of the program including, but not limited to, the following:
    • Conducting technical nuclear surety analysis and risk assessment
    • Performing safety/security evaluations of various subsystems
    • Providing direction on Nuclear Safety Design Certification compliance with integration into an MBSE environment to produce artifacts for Nuclear Certification IAW AFI 63-125
  • Other duties as assigned

Education/Training: 

  • Bachelor’s Degree in relevant engineering or science discipline required
  • Master’s Degree preferred     

Experience:

  • 3+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s Degree
  • 2+ years of relevant experience with a Master’s Degree
  • Experience with DoD/AF Nuclear Surety policy and processes, and an understanding of the DoD Systems Engineering lifecycle required
  • Working knowledge of AFI 63-125 and 91-series AFIs/AFMANs required
  • Direct experience with the Sentinel or MMIII weapon systems preferred
  • Experience with MBSE and Dassault’s Cameo or other MBSE tools (Rhapsody, etc.) preferred
  • Experience with IBM Rational DOORS preferred 

Security:

  • Must be a US citizen
  • Active Secret clearance with willingness/ability to obtain a Top Secret required
  • Candidates with Top Secret clearance will be given preference

Physical Requirements:

  • Able to occasionally reach with hands and arms
  • Prolonged periods of computer screen use, while sitting or standing at a desk
  • Adhere to safety protocols when in work areas requiring use of PPE (e.g. eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, steel toed shoes, etc.)
  • Able to safely lift and carry up to 20 pounds at a time

  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability
  • Training & Development
  • Wellness Resources

Salary: 

The projected salary range for this position is $90,000 - $100,000 per year. This is not a guarantee of compensation, rather actual salary will be based on experience, qualifications, and applicable certifications or degrees held. Offered salary may fall outside of this range.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Systems Engineer (Nuclear Surety) role at KIHOMAC?
The listed salary for this Systems Engineer (Nuclear Surety) position at KIHOMAC is USD 90K–100K. This is an Full time role.
Where is the Systems Engineer (Nuclear Surety) position at KIHOMAC located?
This Systems Engineer (Nuclear Surety) role at KIHOMAC is based in Layton, Utah, United States. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Systems Engineer (Nuclear Surety) role at KIHOMAC full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Systems Engineer (Nuclear Surety) role in the DSG - Defense Services Group department at KIHOMAC.
Which team or department does the Systems Engineer (Nuclear Surety) at KIHOMAC belong to?
This Systems Engineer (Nuclear Surety) position is part of the DSG - Defense Services Group department at KIHOMAC. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Systems Engineer (Nuclear Surety) job at KIHOMAC posted?
This Systems Engineer (Nuclear Surety) position at KIHOMAC was posted on Oct 14, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Systems Engineer (Nuclear Surety)
KIHOMAC · 💰 USD 90K–100K
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