Systems Engineer, Nuclear Surety

Systems Engineer, Nuclear Surety TechSource United States, Mexico, Albuquerque Mar 13, 2026 Position Description About TechSource, Inc. TechSource is a nationally recognized engineering and consulting firm specializing in the management and technical delivery of large-scale nuclear and high-technology projects. Our expertise spans scientific, engineering, and technical domains that support federal missions, national laboratories, and defense programs. TechSource provides direct access to hundreds of experts and industry leaders in the nuclear sciences, non-proliferation technologies, accelerator physics, and systems engineering arenas. We support critical national security missions across the Department of Energy, Department of Defense, and national laboratory complex by delivering technical expertise, program management support, and mission-focused engineering services. TechSource is proud to provide trusted support to complex defense programs that ensure the safety, reliability, and effectiveness of the nation's strategic systems. About This Role TechSource is seeking a Mechanical or Electrical Engineer to support nuclear surety and certification activities for U.S. Air Force nuclear weapon systems. In this role, you will provide engineering expertise and program management support to Air Force Nuclear Weapons Surety programs across nuclear sustainment and acquisition systems. You will work with government stakeholders, engineering teams, and technical subject matter experts to ensure nuclear certification requirements are met in accordance with applicable Department of Defense and Air Force directives. This includes reviewing and coordinating nuclear certification documentation, supporting nuclear surety evaluations, and assisting in the development of certification packages for tactical and strategic aircraft and missile systems. This position supports critical national security programs that ensure nuclear weapon systems meet the highest safety, reliability, and operational standards. This is an onsite role at Kirtland Air Force Base in Albuquerque, Mexico.
Candidates must hold an active Secret clearance with the ability to upgrade to Top Secret if required. Key Responsibilities Provide engineering and nuclear surety subject matter expertise in support of Air Force nuclear weapons certification programs
Support program management activities for nuclear sustainment and acquisition programs and systems
Review, analyze, and coordinate nuclear certification documentation, including Certification Requirements Plans (CRPs) and Nuclear Surety Evaluations (NSEs)
Assist in the development and review of nuclear certification packages for tactical and strategic aircraft systems and strategic missile systems
Ensure engineering documentation and certification activities comply with applicable Department of Defense and Air Force nuclear surety directives
Support updates to nuclear surety policies and guidance, particularly related to emerging technologies and evolving weapon system architectures
Coordinate technical efforts among engineers, technical writers, and technical support staff to produce compliant certification documentation
Collaborate with government program offices, safety organizations, and technical teams to support nuclear certification and surety requirements Required Qualifications An active Secret clearance with the ability to upgrade to Top Secret if required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related engineering discipline
Experience supporting defense, nuclear, or aerospace programs
Knowledge of systems engineering, certification processes, or safety program management
Ability to review and interpret technical documentation, engineering analyses, and certification requirements
Strong coordination and communication skills working across multidisciplinary teams
Active Secret clearance required with ability to obtain Top Secret clearance Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting nuclear weapons surety, nuclear certification, or nuclear safety programs
Familiarity with Air Force nuclear surety directives and certification processes
Experience supporting strategic missile systems, aircraft systems, or nuclear sustainment programs
Experience coordinating technical documentation, policy updates, or certification packages