Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field; Master's preferred
At least 5 years of systems engineering experience with surveillance and detection technologies
CSEP (Certified Systems Engineering Professional) certification preferred
Capability to obtain and maintain DHS suitability background check
Expertise in surveillance technologies including radar, EO/IR, ground sensors, UAS
Responsibilities
Conduct systems engineering trade studies for optimal technology mix for border coverage
Perform view shed analysis to identify coverage gaps and optimize sensor placement
Develop system architecture documents integrating various sensor technologies
Create System Interface Control Documents (ICDs) for system interoperability
Validate vendor claims and system capabilities through independent verification
Document infrastructure requirements needed for system deployment
Develop technology roadmaps aligned with CBP objectives
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability at no cost
Life Insurance provided
Flex Spending Accounts available
401(k) Savings Plan
Tuition Assistance Program offered
Opportunities for Professional Development
Paid Time Off (PTO) provided
11 Federal Holidays each year
Full Job Description
ON SITE
The DHS CBP Program Management Office Directorate (PMOD) serves as the Independent Test Authority (ITA) for CBP acquisition programs and requires comprehensive systems engineering and test and evaluation (T&E) support. SimIS seeks a Systems Engineer to conduct comprehensive systems engineering trade studies and technical analysis to support CBP's mission of achieving 100% border coverage through integrated surveillance technologies. This role requires expertise in border security technologies including fixed towers, mobile sensors, UAS, tunnel detection systems, and ground-based sensors. The Systems Engineer develops system architectures, performs integration analysis, and creates technical documentation to support optimal technology deployment strategies across diverse border environments.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field; Master's degree preferred
Minimum 5 years of systems engineering experience with surveillance and detection technologies
CSEP (Certified Systems Engineering Professional) certification preferred
Ability to obtain and maintain DHS suitability background check
Technical Skills:
Expertise in surveillance technologies (radar, EO/IR, ground sensors, UAS)
Experience with systems integration and interface control documents
Knowledge of modeling and simulation tools for view shed analysis
Understanding of border security operational requirements
Proficiency in system architecture development and documentation
Strong analytical capabilities for trade studies and technical analysis
Excellent technical writing and presentation skills
Key Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive systems engineering trade studies to determine optimal technology mix for 100% border coverage
Perform view shed analysis using advanced modeling and simulation to identify coverage gaps and optimize sensor placement
Develop system architecture documents and reference architectures integrating tower sensors, mobile systems, tunnel detection, and ground-based sensors
Create System Interface Control Documents (ICDs) to ensure interoperability between disparate systems
Perform independent verification and validation of vendor claims and system capabilities
Document specific infrastructure requirements including land, power, communications links, and interfaces to Border Patrol operating picture
Develop technology roadmaps aligned with CBP strategic objectives
Perform comparative analysis of sensor technologies including radar systems, electro-optical/infrared cameras, and ground detection systems
Support development of Planned Product Improvement (PPI) framework for major system components
Create consolidated technical data repository documenting system capabilities, limitations, and test results
Benefits:
Medical, Dental, and Vision
Short-Term Disability (at no cost to you) & Long-Term Disability
