12+ years of systems engineering experience, with 5+ years in a DoD environment.
Bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalent experience.
Thorough understanding of software, operating systems, networks, and storage platforms in relation to system architecture.
Experience across all stages of the system development life cycle from initiation to deployment.
Proficiency in process modeling and workflow diagram development.
Experience with Digital Engineering, Digital Thread, and Digital Twin techniques.
Strong communication skills for interacting with management, technical staff, and end users.
Responsibilities
Conduct program portfolio reviews to evaluate and recommend improvements to systems engineering processes.
Perform program reviews to ensure subsystem and system performance meets specifications.
Prepare technical documents defining system and subsystem characteristics.
Create management reports and deliver technical presentations for project planning and corrective actions.
Validate systems by developing criteria and procedures, analyzing major engineering systems results.
Provide engineering support and training for program initiatives, including acquisition and deployment.
Contribute to program and project risk management activities in compliance with SEAM processes.
Benefits
Full-time position with opportunities for professional growth.
Engagement in high-impact projects within the DoD.
Access to advanced engineering practices and technologies.
Collaboration with a skilled team in a dynamic environment.
Full Job Description
Overview
Systems Engineer to provide technical support for the Command, Control, Communication, Intelligence and Networks (C3I&N) Directorate at Fort Meade. This is a full-time position.
Responsibilities
Conduct reviews on program portfolio to evaluate and/or recommend alternative plans, improve systems engineering programs/processes, manage/sustain program technical baseline, and design/perform system level tests to assure that subsystems and system performance is achieved in accordance with approved specifications.
Perform program reviews to evaluate alternative proposed plans, systems engineering programs, design, and test results to assure that subsystem and system performance is achieved in accordance with program specifications.
Prepare technical documents which define, specify, and recommend system/subsystem characteristics.
Prepare management reports and conduct technical presentations for planning, implementation, and corrective action using application of engineering economy principles.
Perform validation of systems, including development of criteria and procedures. Analyze and/or evaluate results of major engineering systems.
Provide system/program engineering, technical support and technical training to support programs/initiatives, including but not limited to acquisition, development, integration, sustainment, continued evolution, deployment/fielding and installation, and operations oversight.
Provide engineering support services and inputs to program and project risk management activities in compliance with Air Force Systems Engineering Assessment Model (SEAM) processes.
Qualifications
12+ years experience in systems engineering including at least 5 years in a DoD environment. Bachelor's degree in a related field. Additional years of experience may be substituted for degree requirements. Thorough understanding of application software, operating systems, networks, storage platforms, and how they relate to system architecture. Experience working on each stage of the system development life cycle from initiation through deployment/sustainment. Demonstrated proficiency with process modeling and developing workflow diagrams. Able to elicit and interpret requirements and translate to technical specifications/system design following best practices and design patterns. Experience implementing Digital Engineering, Digital Thread, and Digital Twin techniques across system lifecycle. Capable of performing: problem/gap definition, trade space analysis, science and technology roadmap analysis, "Set based design" for concept development, Multi-Objective Decision Analysis (MODA) and cost versus capability trade off analysis. Able to communicate with management, technical staff, and end users in a clear and professional manner. Experience with engineering practices, techniques, and standards. Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to develop and present technical presentations. Able to represent complex data in diagrams or through other techniques that communicate precise information to both business and technical staff. Proven ability to understand the strategic and tactical approach to projects and handle multiple projects concurrently. Must be a US citizen and hold a current Top Secret clearance with SCI Access (TS/SCI).
Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
About Abacus Technology
Abacus Technology is a provider of information technology services and solutions to government agencies and the private sector. The company offers a range of services, including cloud computing, cybersecurity, software development, and program management. Abacus Technology was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in Chevy Chase, Maryland.
