Systems Engineer/Project Manager

Joint Activities

$146K — $234K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 12+ years of experience with a Bachelor's degree; 10+ years with a Master's; 7+ years with a Ph.D. or equivalent experience.
  • Current TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph is required.
  • 5+ years as a Systems Engineer with relevant service experience.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to convey complex information effectively to diverse audiences.
  • Experience with RF communication systems and technologies is essential.
  • Self-starter with initiative and ability to manage complex technical projects independently.
  • Proven capability to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic team environments.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with customers to develop mission-specific Concept of Operations documents.
  • Document and analyze User, Functional, and Technical requirements.
  • Allocate requirements effectively to systems and components.
  • Support project management activities including planning and test integration.
  • Drive projects to completion successfully.
  • Participate in RF systems characterization testing planning and execution.
  • Facilitate technical exchange meetings to ensure project alignment.
  • Identify risks and propose mitigation strategies proactively.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits offered.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Flexible work environment accommodating diverse needs.
  • Supportive culture promoting teamwork and innovation.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

The ideal Systems Engineer for this position will possess the knowledge and technical expertise to support the team during the entire Systems Engineering life cycle.  We are seeking a forward leaning self-starter capable of balancing multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast paced environment.  They will be expected to support multiple efforts and will assist the customer in making informed decisions related to requirements and developments. Candidate will perform traditional Systems Engineering and Project Management activities to include the following tasks/duties:

  • Collaborate with customer and stakeholders to understand mission needs then develop Concept of Operations documents.
  • Capture and document User, Functional, and Technical requirements.
  • Perform analysis and allocation of requirements to systems and segments.
  • Provide project management support, development of project plans, integration and test support and initial solution definition.
  • Drive projects to completion.
  • Plan and participate in characterization testing of RF systems.
  • Coordinate and participate in technical exchange meetings (TEMS).
  • Identify technical, CI and operational risks and recommend mitigations.
  • Creating briefings to support Control Gates.
Qualifications
  • Minimum of 12 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 10 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 7 years with Ph.D.; an additional four years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
  • Minimum of 5+ years of experience as a Systems Engineer providing the above services
  • Strong written, communications and interpersonal skills with the ability to prepare and brief complex technical and non-technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Have demonstrated experience with RF communication systems, technologies, and concepts
  • Be a self-starter who will take initiative for helping manage key parts of complex technical developments.
  • Possess a desire and ability to work on multiple fast-paced projects and be willing and able to aggressively learn the activities and focus of the organization.
  • Must be comfortable working in a dynamic team environment.
Target Salary Range$146,000 - $234,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

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