System Engineer 1 / 2

Akina, Inc.$179K — $253K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7-14 years of experience in systems engineering depending on level (SE-1 or SE-2)
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience
  • Strong knowledge of FETS systems
  • Experience with systems engineering management plans
  • Ability to communicate technical details to non-technical stakeholders

Responsibilities

  • Analyze user requirements and develop system requirement specifications
  • Provide technical leadership for integrating requirements and technology
  • Develop technical documentation related to system architecture
  • Guide planning for system development and implementation
  • Interacts with Government stakeholders regarding systems engineering issues
  • Ensure technical integrity of systems engineering work
  • Conduct feasibility studies and advise users on alternative approaches

Benefits

  • 24 days PTO accrued annually
  • 11 federal holidays off
  • 401k with 100% vesting on the start date and 10% direct contribution
  • 100% healthcare coverage for employees, 50% for dependents
  • Educational assistance for college classes and job-related training
Full Job Description
System Engineer 1 / 2

Clearance: TS/SCI - Polygraph required
Position ID: 23-BY-TOL-03-SE1OR2
Telework: No
Location: Fort Meade, Maryland

Description:

Responsible for analyzing user requirements, concept of operations documents, and high-level system architecture to develop system requirements specifications. Analyzes system requirements and leads related design and development activities, while guiding users in formulating requirements, advising on alternative approaches, and conducting feasibility studies. Provides technical leadership for the integration of requirements, design, and technology, and incorporates new plans, designs, and systems into ongoing operations.

Develops technical documentation, including system architecture and system design documentation. Guides system development and implementation planning through the assessment or preparation of systems engineering management plans, system integration plans, and test plans. Interacts with Government stakeholders regarding systems engineering technical considerations and associated problems, issues, or conflicts.

Maintains ultimate responsibility for the technical integrity of work performed within the systems engineering area of responsibility and communicates regularly with program personnel, Government overseers, and senior executives.

Position Required Skills:
  • Supporting FETS systems

SE-1 Qualifications:

Seven (7) 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.

SE-2 Qualifications:

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.

Salary Range: **$179k-$253k (Annually)

**The range displayed above is a likely salary range for this position. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possible contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Akina is a Woman Owned, Service Disabled, Veteran Owned, Small Business, looking for talented and ambitious individuals to join our team. We offer a generous compensation package that includes 24 days PTO accrued annually and 11 federal holidays. Our 401k is 100% vested on your start date and the company makes a direct contribution worth 10% of your salary. Akina covers 100% of healthcare costs for employees and 50% toward dependents. We offer educational assistance towards college classes and will cover costs associated with job related training and certifications.

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