Principal Engineer (math Lead)

Principal Engineer (Math Focus)

We are seeking a detail-oriented individual with a strong mathematical background and a passion for teaching and mentoring to join our team. As a prime contractor supporting the Navy's Strategic Weapon System (SWS), this role requires exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate complex technical information effectively. The successful candidate will possess a strong foundation in engineering, mathematics, or physics.

Responsibilities:

• Derive critical engineering tolerances and specifications for complex systems.
• Analyze and interpret data to inform engineering requirement verification and validation.
• Serve as a technical expert in collaboration with cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate technical risks.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers and team members.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including reports, manuals, and other materials.
• Support on-site system-level testing, data collection, data analysis, and documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and implement engineering solutions.

Essential Skills:

• Master's degree in Math, Engineering, or Physics with a strong background in mathematics.
• Four years of relevant experience.
• Technical expertise and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze complex engineering systems.
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills.
• Demonstrated time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment.
• Eligible for a Top Secret (TS) security clearance.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• 6 – 8 years of relevant professional experience.
• Active DoD SECRET security clearance.
• Experience as a Teaching Assistant (TA) or tutor.
• Current D-5 TRIDENT SWS Technical / Operational Knowledge.
• SSBN Missile Technician or Navigation Electronics Technical with TRIDENT II SWS/SWSSS deployed experience.
• Working knowledge of the Navy Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) organization.
• Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) or Digital Engineering (DE) experience.
• Knowledge of CAD/CAM/3D Modeling.
• Experience with configuration management software tools, e.g., Windchill.
• Working knowledge of IBM Rational DOORS software.

Work Environment:

This position offers a hybrid work schedule with three days onsite, two mandatory days onsite (Tuesday and Wednesday), and one flexible day. The role follows a 9/80 schedule, providing a balanced work-life approach.

Job Type & Location:

This is a Contract position based out of Rockville, MD.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $65.00/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 hybrid position in Rockville, MD.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 19, 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.