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System Engineer - Intel & Cyber (Active Secret Security Clearance Required)

Dulles, Virginia; Herndon, Virginia

Job ID 17854
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Job Title: System Engineer – Intel & Cyber (Active Secret Security Clearance Required)

Job Code: 17854

Job Location: Dulles, VA / Herndon, VA

Job Description:

As a Systems Engineer – Intel & Cyber, you will lead the technical development of and own the evolving technical baseline for an existing, complex large network communications system comprised of multiple system elements involving:

  • System concept development, design development, testing,  fielding, and maintenance of operational systems and networks
  • System architectural definition, development and preparation of CDRL documentation and other technical documentation that comprise each project’s Technical Data Package (TDP), for subsequent delivery to the customers
  • Overseeing the development of CONOPS including system/subsystem-level sequence diagrams, user cases and user stories
  • Ground system development, implementation, and maintenance (integrating, testing, delivery, installation, customer/user training and sustaining engineering support)   
  • System design and development within Linux & Windows environments as well as Cloud infrastructure (AWS)
  • Establishing and driving execution of a long-term technical roadmap including innovation to improve existing product and infrastructure performance
  • Integration and field testing of communication solutions into larger networks
  • Customer relationship establishment and maintenance (build, establish, and maintain solid working relationships with our diverse set of customers)
  • Elicitating requirements from customers and other technical community stakeholders, both internal and external to the organziation
  • Working with CM tool sets (Atlassian Jira, Confluence)
  • Supporting Business Area leadership with various on-going projects and system modeling and innovation efforts
  • Overseeing system software releases for multiple service elements that control user device communication across the network
  • Applying a proactive, innovative, and collaborative approach to leading systems, software, and cyber engineers
  • Travel as needed up to 10% of the time.
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.
  • Active Secret Security Clearance

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Active Top Secret Clearance
  • Coursework and/or experience in systems engineering, systems architecture, systems analysis and design, system performance modeling, and integration and/or project management
  • Experience with development programs using the Agile and/or Agile SAFe methodology
  • Experience with database technologies and architectures
  • Experience with tools, such as MagicDraw/Cameo System Modelor, JAMA, DOORS, Enterprise Architect, Rhapsody, and other RM/PLM tools would also be a plus.
  • Familiar with one or more of source code repository tools
  • Relevant certifications such as INCOSE®  (ASEP, CSEP, ESEP)
  • AWS Certifications
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills and the ability to work harmoniously in a team environment with government customers and other contractors
  • Organized and detail-oriented

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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