SNC is redefining the future of airborne intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (A‑ISR) — and RAPCON‑X is at the center of that transformation. RAPCON‑X has already demonstrated itself as a disruptive, next‑generation ISR platform, delivering unmatched flexibility, performance, and survivability in near‑peer environments. Its digitally born architecture, MBSE-driven design, and modular, sensor‑agnostic approach create a platform capable of rapid evolution and mission‑specific configuration without aircraft redesign.
As a Program Engineer II supporting programs derived from the RAPCON‑X prototype, you’ll help guide this cutting‑edge capability from prototype success into fully realized operational programs. You will provide engineering leadership, integration coordination, risk management support, and technical oversight as RAPCON‑X‑derived systems mature and transition into fielded customer solutions. This role also plays a key part in the development and integration of SNC’s next‑generation IRS (Inertial Reference System) Platform — a critical subsystem that enhances navigation accuracy, mission reliability, and overall ISR performance.
Built on a modern commercial‑derivative aircraft and engineered for global operations, RAPCON‑X offers exceptional range, endurance, reliability, and readiness for Aircraft Survivability Equipment (ASE) to bolster survivability in complex, peer‑to‑peer threat environments. RAPCON‑X has successfully completed major flight‑test milestones, validated its full flight‑envelope performance, and continues to demonstrate readiness to deliver rapid, adaptable ISR capability worldwide.
In this role, you won’t just support a program — you’ll help engineer the future of A‑ISR. This position is ideal for technical professionals who want to work at the intersection of systems engineering, program execution, and rapid innovation, contributing to modular, rapidly reconfigurable ISR capabilities that deliver an asymmetric advantage in modern operational environments.
To learn more about RAPCON‑X, visit:
https://www.sncorp.com/capabilities/rapcon-x-aerial-isr/
The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains – air, land, sea, space and cyber.
Responsibilities:
Project Management
Develop and manage detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets for programs stemming from the RAPCON‑X prototype.
Coordinate cross‑functional engineering and integration activities supporting next‑gen IRS Platform development and prototype-to-production transitions.
Technical Oversight
Provide technical guidance to engineering teams maturing RAPCON‑X-derived capabilities into operational program baselines.
Oversee engineering analysis, system integration, and design maturity of next‑generation IRS subsystems.
Customer Interface
Serve as a key technical point of contact for external customers engaged in follow‑on RAPCON‑X programs.
Translate customer requirements into actionable engineering tasks and clearly communicate system decisions, progress, and impacts.
Status Reporting
Prepare detailed technical and program status reports, including progress updates, risk assessments, and system integration insights.
Communicate complex technical information clearly to both internal stakeholders and external program partners.
Issue Resolution
Identify issues related to design integration, prototype maturation, or system performance.
Develop resolution plans, coordinate engineering investigations, and implement mitigation strategies.
Continuous Improvement
Seek opportunities to improve engineering processes and strengthen execution across RAPCON‑X‑derived…