BS in Engineering (MS preferred) with 20+ years of technical and project management experience
Knowledge of Integrated Air and Missile Defense systems capabilities
Proven ability to manage complex system integration from concept to fielding
Experience with DoD operations and technologies
Strong problem-solving and communication skills
Top Secret Security Clearance required
US Citizenship mandatory
Responsibilities
Support critical aspects of Missile Defense Agency programs
Act as primary interface with the customer
Develop and execute system architecture, documentation, and verification
Coordinate engineering services to meet program technical needs
Create integrated test plans for engineering efforts
Conduct program reviews and technical presentations for government stakeholders
Foster long-term relationships with customers
Benefits
Significant opportunity for growth
High visibility position within the organization
Engagement with multiple government and industry partners
Chance to influence critical defense programs
Opportunity to lead technical efforts and initiatives
Full Job Description
Principal Systems Engineer
We have an immediate opening for a Principal Systems Engineer who will support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) in Dahlgren, VA. This will be a high visibility position for Capstone Research Corporation with a significant opportunity for growth. Salary for this position will depend on education and experience.
Key Responsibilities
Support high-visibility critical aspects of MDA programs.
Serve as primary interface with the customer
Develop and execute system architecture and design, systems documentation, systems requirements, and systems verification.
Provide direct systems engineering support and coordinate engineering services with team members to serve the technical needs of the program. Develop and execute integrated test plans for the efforts.
Coordinate efforts of multiple government and industry partners
Provide periodic program reviews and technical presentations to high-ranking Government stakeholders.
Build long-term relationships with new and existing customers.
Requirements
BS Engineering (MS Preferred) with 20+ years of technical and project management experience.
Must possess knowledge of Integrated Air and Missile Defense systems capabilities and functionality
Demonstrated ability to plan and execute complex system of systems integration efforts from initial concept definition through integration and test, incorporating complex threat scenarios.
Experience running complex system of systems programs/projects across their lifecycle from concept definition through fielding and sustainment.
Experience with and in-depth knowledge of DoD operations, concepts, and technologies
Ability to grow technical efforts and take on task leadership for the Company.
Good problem-solving skills and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to travel 6-12 trips per year with multiple destinations
