Systems Engineer (IP)Purpose:- Valkyrie Enterprises has an immediate opening for a Systems Engineer to support Surface Combat Systems Training Command (SCSTC) in Dahlgren, VA.
Job Description:- Performs high level engineering support for the International Programs Office (N7I) supporting training readiness for international partners.
- Assess USN baseline changes and apply surface ship combat systems knowledge and experience to determine training requirements and training impacts to FMS baselines
- Considered technically competent on Aegis Combat System elements and applies knowledge to recommend changes in technical application and training requirements for FMS maintenance and operations courses taught by SCSTC.
- Develops and employs advanced methods to determine solutions of complex military system design requirements, development, and fielding.
- Evaluate system capabilities and limitations and provide recommendations to training based on specific country surface ship configuration or deviation(s) from parent USN baselines.
- Assess, review, and present findings to government staff, including system improvements and training recommendations.
Qualifications:- Must have a High School Diploma and at least 6 years' experience in the design operation and/or maintenance of complex U.S. Navy Surface Combat Systems.
- Must have demonstrated experience in designing and developing solutions to problems which enhance user functionality.
- Must have experience in the analysis of proposed changes on operators and maintainers to properly perform their duties aboard U.S. Navy Surface Ships.
- Must have experience in the analysis of recommended changes and in determining the impact on system readiness and user functionality.
- Must have experience in reading design documents, evaluating high level interface block diagrams, evaluating commercial equipment, part task trainer emulations and simulations for applicability to create flexible and cost-effective training and readiness capabilities.
Desired Qualifications:- Recent surface ship combat system experience with emphasis in SPY-1D radar operations, maintenance, and training.
- Instructor Experience and MTS a plus.
- Ability to apply surface combat systems knowledge to resolve complex problems and provide recommended technical and training solutions, preferred.
- Ability to communicate technical information in an understanding manner verbally and in writing, preferred.
- Experience with general Navy Surface Combat Systems and foreign disclosure operations, and information security process for classified material handling desired.
- Knowledge of U.S. releasability and disclosure policies and guidance preferred.
- Ability to work in a collaborative environment with government civilian, military, and contractor personnel essential, preferred.
Security Requirements:- Must have an Active Secret clearance and the ability to maintain that clearance.
Travel Requirements:- Minimal travel required (10%).
- If position requires travel by domestic flight or access to secure federal facilities/military bases, candidate must be able to obtain (by start of position) and maintain appropriate identification credentials, such as REAL ID. (More information regarding REAL ID can be found: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id )
Physical Requirements:- Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods.
- Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
- Communicating with others to exchange information and repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
- Subject to outside environmental conditions (extreme cold/heat), subject to noise, vibration, hazards, atmospheric conditions (affect the respiratory system), frequently work in close quarters and/or function in narrow aisles or passageways (areas that could cause claustrophobia).
Pre-Employment Requirements:Any offer of employment with Valkyrie Enterprises is contingent upon the successful completion of all applicable pre-employment requirements. Depending on the position, these may include a criminal background investigation, employment and education verification, pre-employment drug screening, driving record review, security clearance eligibility, government installation access, and any other customer or contract-specific requirements. Failure to successfully meet any required pre-employment condition may result in the withdrawal of the contingent offer of employment.
Additionally, Valkyrie Enterprises provides a variety of benefits to support your best health, wellness, and future, to include medical/dental/vision options, company paid life and disability insurances, 401k with match, education reimbursement, as well as company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).
Pay Range: $85,000 - $105,000 per year
