System Engineering Lead

Pugh Associates

$120K — $145K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field; 10-15 years of relevant engineering experience.
  • Strong understanding of DoD/DON Policies and Procedures related to systems engineering.
  • Proficient in technical documentation and communication for military systems.
  • Experience interfacing with senior military officials and managing program initiatives.
  • Solid understanding of Navy combat systems and verification processes.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the identification and resolution of complex systems engineering problems.
  • Compose detailed technical documents including reports and training materials.
  • Coordinate logistics and strategic planning for program initiatives.
  • Manage project schedules and workflows to meet customer needs.
  • Oversee a technical team and ensure adherence to project guidelines.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on high-impact Navy systems projects.
  • Gain experience in a DoD environment with senior-level support.
  • Develop skills in program management and systems engineering best practices.
  • Engage with cutting-edge technology and national defense initiatives.
Full Job Description


Requisition Number: 256
Position: System Engineering Lead
Location: Washington, D.C.
Career Level: Senior
Travel Percentage: Type of Position: Full-Time-Contingent
Relocation Available: No
ITAR: US Citizen Required
Security Clearance: DoD Secret Clearance


Description of DutiesThis position on is located in Washington, D.C. Duties include and not limited to the following:
  • Communication and Briefing Skills
  • Experience related to the identification, analysis and resolution of complex systems engineering issues involving Navy weapon and combat systems
  • Experience composing technical documents including training materials, installation guides, configuration management concepts, proposals and reports in accordance with technical documentation guidelines and standards
  • Expertise in strategic planning, coordination, logistics and vast familiarity with senior and flag level support, including new program initiatives
  • Knowledgeable on DoD/DON Policies and Procedures relating to systems engineering process, software development and software management, verification and validation, test and evaluation and Navy combat systems
  • Expertise as Systems Engineering Lead for various functions as it relates to combat system wholeness
  • Expertise in Program Management, Systems Engineering, Modeling and Simulation, Joint Integrated Air and Missile Defense, U.S. Navy Combat Systems and Naval Operations

Notes:
  • This Position is contingent upon contract award
  • This is not a telework position
  • You must hold a valid driver's license
  • You must own a reliable motor vehicle

Minimum Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and Fifteen (15) years of relevant engineering experience, OR
  • Master's Degree in a relevant field and Ten (10) years of relevant engineering experience
  • Understanding of the structure and organization of the Sponsor
  • Ability to maintain project schedules, calendars, and tasks in workflow tool suites
  • Ability to coordinate work schedules to accommodate customer needs
  • Ability to individually produce and speak to technical reports
  • Ability to lead and direct a technical team

Other required skills/experience:
  • Your resume/cv accepted by our customer
  • Intimate knowledge of Microsoft Tool suite
  • Strong attention to detail with organizational and problem solving skills
  • Ability to interface constructively with US Government and Industry teammates
  • Self-starter drive and ability to translate, write and speak to technical issues
  • Ability to take direction from several sources and execute seamlessly in a timely fashion
  • Ability to multi-task

Required Skills and Certifications:
  • DoD Secret Clearance or ability to obtain an Interim Secret Clearance within 90 days of signing the contingent hire offer letter
  • As a condition of continued employment, you must maintain an active security clearance

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