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Systems Engineer Skill Level 2

Columbia, MD · Information Technology
TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION YOU MUST CURRENTLY HAVE AN ACTIVE TS/SCI WITH POLYGRAPH SECURITY CLEARANCE WITH THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT. (U.S. CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED).

Description:

Analyzes user’s requirements, concept of operations documents, and high-level system architectures to develop system requirements specifications. Analyzes system requirements and leads design and development activities. Guides users in formulating requirements, advises alternative approaches, and conducts feasibility studies. Provides technical leadership for the integration of requirements, design, and technology. Incorporates new plans, designs and systems into ongoing operations. Develops technical documentation. Develops system Architecture and system design documentation. Guides system development and implementation planning through assessment or preparation of system engineering management plans and system integration and test plans. Interacts with the Government regarding Systems Engineering technical considerations and for associated problems, issues or conflicts. Ultimate responsibility for the technical integrity of work performed and deliverables associated with the Systems Engineering area of responsibility. Communicates with other program personnel, government overseers, and senior executives.

Requirements:
Strong software development requirements management and project management skills to fill a Capabilities Development Lead (CDL) role. Software development and systems engineering full life cycle experience strongly desired. This candidate will be working with customer leadership, capability thread leads, and DAC TTO leadership on analytic status, health, and development; will be working with multiple customer and contractors on capabilities concepts to capabilities requirements; good planning and estimation skills for software development of analytics using multiple platforms including GhostMachine and QTA; will include data analysis, metrics, document creation, and briefings. Must have outstanding verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work with multiple groups and coordinate efforts.

Fourteen (14) years’ experience as a SE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type and complexity is required. Bachelor’s degree in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Five (5) years of additional SE experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.
Contribute to the development of sections of systems engineering documentation such as System Engineering Plans, Initial Capabilities Documents, Requirements specifications, and Interface Control Documents
Manage system requirements and derived requirements to ensure the delivery of production systems that are compatible with the defined system architecture(s) – Department of Defense Architecture Framework (DoDAF), Service-oriented Architecture (SOA), etc
Assist with the development of system requirements, functional requirements, and allocation of the same to individual hardware, software, facility, and personnel components
Coordinate the resolution of action items from Configuration Control Board (CCB) meetings, design reviews, program reviews, and test reviews that require cross-discipline coordination
Participate in an Integrated Product Team to design new capabilities based upon evaluation of all necessary development and operational considerations
Participate in the development of system engineering documentation, such as System Engineering Plans, Initial Capabilities Documents, Requirements Specifications, and Interface Control Documents
Participate in interface definition, design, and changes to the configuration between affected groups and individuals throughout the life cycle
Allocate real-time process budgets and error budgets to systems and subsystem components
Derive from the system requirements an understanding of stakeholder needs, functions that may be logically inferred and implied as essential to system effectiveness
Derive lower-level requirements from higher-level allocated requirements that describe in detail the functions that a system component must fulfill, and ensure these requirements are complete, correct, unique, unambiguous, realizable, and verifiable
Generate alternative system concepts, physical architectures, and design solutions
Participate in establishing and gaining approval of the definition of a system or component under development (requirements, designs, interfaces, test procedures, etc.) that provides a common reference point for hardware and software developers
Define the methods, processes, and evaluation criteria by which the systems, subsystems and work products are verified against their requirements in a written plan
Develop system design solution that satisfies the system requirements and fulfills the functional analysis
Develop derived requirements for Information Assurance Services (Confidentiality, Integrity, Non-repudiation, and Availability); Basic Information Assurance Mechanisms (e.g., Identification, Authentication, Access Control, Accountability); and Security Mechanism Technology (Passwords, cryptography, discretionary access control, mandatory access control, hashing, key management, etc.)
Review and provide input to program and contract work breakdown structure (WBS), work packages and the integrated master plan (IMP)

Compensation:
We are committed to providing fair and competitive compensation. The salary range for our positions vary depending on accepted contractual position skill level. These salaries fall within the range of $78,000 to $275,000 per year. This range reflects the compensation offered across the locations where we hire. The exact salary will be determined based on the candidate's work location, specific role, skill set, and level of expertise.


Benefits:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Additional Insurance: Basic Life/AD&D, Voluntary Life/AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospitalization Indemnity, and Pet Insurance
  • Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan with company match
  • Paid Time Off: Generous PTO, paid holidays, parental leave, and more
  • Wellness: Access to wellness programs and mental health support
  • Professional Development: Opportunities for growth, including tuition reimbursement
Additional Perks:
  • Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Employee referral programs
  • Bonus opportunities
  • Technology allowance
  • A diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace culture

 

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