Trace3

Project Engineer NGMD (26-152)

Trace3$105K — $122K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience with a Bachelor's degree or 3+ years with a Master's degree in a relevant field
  • Strong systems engineering knowledge to solve complex technical problems
  • Experience in team environments for systems engineering lifecycle
  • Capability to document and support system interfaces and requirements
  • Proficient in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies and tools, like Cameo
  • Experienced in Agile development and Scrum methodologies
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills for technical concepts

Responsibilities

  • Lead early-phase systems engineering across concept development and requirements analysis
  • Manage project schedules and track deadlines for timely delivery
  • Transform stakeholder needs into engineering solutions and technical approaches
  • Elicit and decompose requirements using behavioral artifacts like use cases
  • Develop system models and documentation utilizing MBSE tools
  • Document interface development activities and create required interface control documents
  • Engage in engineering technical reviews and support cross-functional collaboration

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and their dependents
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer match and additional savings options
  • Training and development programs for career advancement
  • Major offices equipped with snacks and beverages for staff
  • Work-life balance with generous paid time off and a collaborative culture
Full Job Description
JOB SUMMARY:

The Project Engineer (NGMD) will support the program's Regional Systems Engineering team by leading early-phase systems engineering activities across concept development, requirements analysis, interface definition, and system modeling efforts within a complex command and control environment. This role supports the transformation of stakeholder needs into technical solutions through Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies, interface development, Agile execution, and systems engineering lifecycle activities supporting mission-critical defense capabilities.

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Lead early-phase systems engineering activities across concept development, requirements analysis, and system design
  • Spearhead scheduling activities and track project deadlines
  • Transform stakeholder needs and solicited requirements into technical approaches and engineering solutions
  • Perform requirements elicitation and decomposition using behavioral artifacts including use cases, activity diagrams, and sequence diagrams
  • Develop physical and logical system models utilizing MBSE methodologies and tools
  • Lead system interface development activities documented through Interface Control Documents (ICDs) and Interface Design Descriptions (IDDs)
  • Translate system and interface requirements into message-level technical details to support interface development efforts
  • Support formal and informal engineering technical reviews
  • Create, review, and critique interface documents, system requirements documentation, verification documentation, architectural documentation, and engineering estimates
  • Interface with key stakeholders, customers, and cross-functional engineering counterparts as required
  • Participate in Agile development planning and execution activities, including iteration planning and status reporting
  • Support integrated systems engineering activities throughout the Systems Engineering Development Lifecycle


REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Wide application of systems engineering principles, theories, and concepts with the ability to solve difficult technical problems
  • Experience working in integrated team environments supporting systems engineering lifecycle activities
  • Experience with requirements elicitation, decomposition, and concept development activities
  • Experience developing or supporting system and interface documentation
  • Experience utilizing MBSE approaches and tools such as Cameo
  • Experience supporting complex command and control systems environments
  • Experience participating in Agile development environments and Scrum teams
  • Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly in both written and verbal formats
  • Ability to present technical content and receive critical feedback effectively
  • Ability to support urgent or short-notice tasking while maintaining efficiency
  • Experience interfacing directly with customers and stakeholders
  • Experience supporting engineering reviews and technical documentation efforts
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
  • PMP certification
  • Systems Engineering or Architecture background with Test experience
  • Experience supporting Missile Defense System programs or related mission environments
  • Experience supporting Space Defense, Space Domain Awareness, or other space mission programs
  • Experience with heavily networked command and control systems
  • Experience performing concept development and requirements decomposition activities
  • Experience supporting interface development activities using ICDs and IDDs
  • Experience working in high-visibility or mission-critical defense programs


EDUCATION: Bachelors with 5+ or Master with 3+ Years of Experience

LOCATION: Full Time/ On-Site in Colorado Springs, CO

CLEARANCE REQUIRMENT: Secret

DOD 8570 REQUIREMENT: None

SALARY RANGE: $105,000 to $122,500

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:
  • Remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time.
  • Operate a computer, keyboard, and other office equipment using hands and fingers.
  • Communicate effectively in person, over the phone, and through electronic means.
  • Occasionally move about the office to access files, office equipment, and meeting spaces.
  • Lift and/or move up to 15 pounds as needed.
  • Maintain specific vision abilities, including close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This position is performed within a secure, classified workspace. Employees must comply with all applicable security protocols and access control procedures, including restrictions on personal electronic devices and the handling of sensitive information.

Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ. Certain positions may also be eligible for variable incentive compensation, such as bonuses or commissions, that is not included in the base salary.

Estimated Pay Range

$105,000-$122,500 USD

The Perks
  • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for you and your dependents
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match, 529 College Savings Plan, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Training and development programs
  • Major offices stocked with snacks and beverages
  • Collaborative and cool culture
  • Work-life balance and generous paid time off


About Trace3

Trace3, Inc. is an Irvine, CA-based Information technology company and managed service provider. The company provides IT Operations Analytics, cloud computing, cybersecurity, machine learning, artificial intelligence, big data intelligence, Internet of Things consulting and data center services for businesses.
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