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AMERICAN SYSTEMS · 2 days ago

Systems Engineer, Lead

Alexandria, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$108K/yr - $181K/yr

10+ years exp

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is part of the Department of War's Research and Engineering organization, focusing on developmental test policy and best practices. The role involves leading efforts in missile defense systems, coordinating various engineering and testing processes, and providing critical assessments to support the development and delivery of advanced capabilities to the warfighter.

GovernmentInformation Technology

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Serve as the lead DTE&A action officer for Missile Defense System Next Generation Interceptor (NGI) Development Program and related programs; coordinate SME work in support of engagement

Working knowledge and experience in Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Engineering and Test processes, particularly in Ground-Based Midcourse Defense, C2BMC, and Ground-Based Sensors

Working knowledge and experience in Missile Defense modeling and simulation (mod&sim) and ground/flight testing

Experience using modern digital engineering tools and mod&sim systems (CAMEO, STK, AFSIM, SysML, others) in support analyses and assessments

Conduct analysis of emerging DoD and MDA missile system programs using modern digital engineering tools and reviewing historical performance of related programs, technologies, and activities

Evaluate the acquisition and technology risks of missile-systems programs and supporting development; secure cutting-edge technology and engineering capabilities to facilitate modernization efforts across DoD

Analyze and evaluate acquisitions programs to support timely delivery of key warfighting capabilities to DoD

Integrate analysis of digital engineering artifacts into the assessments

Provide Developmental Test and Evaluation (DT&E) and Systems Engineering support to the government on advanced missile systems and related technology. Extreme focus on hypervelocity capability

Provide assessments and risk evaluations to OUSD(R&E), Milestone Decision Authorities, Services, Agencies, and PEOs

Review and assess Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMPs), developmental test plans, System Engineering Plans (SEPs), Lifecycle Sustainment Plan (LCSPs), Acquisition Decision Memoranda (ADMs), Acquisition Baselines and Strategies, and other milestone decision documents

Evaluate test results, schedules, resources, and technological risks for program reviews

Provide working-level integrated product teams (WIPTs) Test and Evaluation and systems engineering support. Support Independent Technical Risk Assessments (ITRA). Travel as required to collaborate with stakeholders and programs

Develop papers, reports, and briefings targeted to senior OSD decision makers

Assess and provide recommendations on DT&E policy

Qualification

Missile Defense SystemsDigital Engineering ToolsTestEvaluationDoD Acquisition ProcessSystems EngineeringModelingSimulationMicrosoft Office SuiteRisk AssessmentTechnical WritingCommunication Skills

Required

Master of Science degree, plus 10 years of experience; or a Bachelor of Science Degree and 14 years of experience

U.S. Citizenship Required for the purposes of obtaining/holding a U.S. security clearance

Experience must be in the DoD MDAP program acquisition process, test and evaluation, systems engineering, and systems analysis, related discipline, and/or military/DoD civilian areas

Top Secret Clearance, SCI Eligible

Subject matter expert in test and evaluation of DoD Missile Defense MDAP programs and MDA programs, software development and testing, and T&E policy

Experience with the DoD acquisition system and MDAP programs' developmental testing, cyber testing, and test planning

Ability to quickly draft technical issue papers, staff summaries, memoranda, and briefings, including translating program technical issues into executive-level terms for senior decision makers and government staff assistants

Ability to prepare and present evaluation and assessment of test results to senior decision makers

Experience with Service and OSD-level operating practices, Joint Staff, Navy Staff, program office relationships and T&E execution organizations; knowledge of the functions and practices of the OSD organization and its responsibility for oversight of major defense acquisition programs

Experience with digital engineering tools and processes such as CAMEO

Excellent command and proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite