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Metropolitan Transportation Authority · 1 day ago

Senior Technical Specialist 3 (Systems)

New York, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$129K/yr - $176K/yr

12+ years exp

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is seeking a Senior Technical Specialist 3 who will work independently and in teams to manage complex technical environments. The role involves providing technical representation for Systems Engineering tasks and leading project teams through various phases of system development.

Transportation/Trucking/Railroad

Responsibilities

Provide continuous technical representation of various Systems Engineering tasks (such as business & user needs capture, requirements management, configuration/change management, and verification & validation) during all phases of the System Development Lifecycle (i.e. System and Software requirements decomposition, prototyping/human factors, reliability, availability, maintainability, safety, development, integration, testing, debugging, placing the system into operation and user training)

Review vendor proposals for suitability and compliance to contract specifications and development standards

After award, review contractor submittals to ensure that the system is developed, implemented, and put into service correctly

Assists in leading a team involved in the concept, design, modification, analysis, and delivery of MTA C&D projects

As a team lead, coordinating detailed design phases for all MTA systems and infrastructure design aspects

Provides expertise to resolve complex technical issues

Researches and recommends solutions for complex systems integration and interface issues

Uses various software and programs to develop/review analysis and design and plan preparation/review

Prepares, reviews, and/or approves proposals, contracts, or cost estimates

Negotiates revisions, changes, and additions to contractual agreements with sub-consultants and clients

Assists the Project Management team through creative problem-solving during interactions with Agency Owners and by completing tasks to meet the project schedule

Provides technical inspection support and oversight on active construction projects

Reviews the work of peers and communicates constructive feedback

Works with the Project Management team for project reviews, change procedures, and commercial and project control updates

Qualification

Systems EngineeringTechnical InspectionSoftware DevelopmentProject ManagementINCOSE CertificationDatabase DesignMicrosoft OfficeTeam BuildingCommunication SkillsProblem SolvingInterpersonal Skills

Required

Bachelor of Science degree in an appropriate technical discipline or an equivalent subject

Must have a minimum of twelve (12) years of related experience

Must have a minimum of six (6) years in a managerial or supervisory role and/or project manager role in a large, multi-faceted organization and/or with highly complex systems

Experience in large-scale technical issues for significant construction projects or projects with highly complex systems

Experience leading and managing designers, contractors, subcontractors, and/or vendors

Background as a Systems/Software Engineer or System / Business Analyst or Programmer/Developer

Demonstrated knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Demonstrated ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with stakeholders at all internal organizational levels to drive project/program outcomes

Demonstrated ability to work in a high-profile, high-pressure environment effectively

Must have focus and ability to deliver results, organizational effectiveness, and continuous improvement

Must be a proven leader as a change agent and creative/innovative thinker with the ability to align business goals with solutions to drive process improvements

Must possess excellent team-building, listening, problem-solving, and prioritization skills

Proficiency in current design and engineering software and Microsoft Office are required

An attitude and commitment to actively participating in our employee culture are necessary

Able to multi-task and be flexible/adapt to rapidly changing project requirements/timelines

Preferred

Masters preferred

International Council on Systems Engineering Certification (INCOSE) as a Certified Systems Engineering Practitioner (CSEP)

System/Software life cycle and development models or standards (V-Model IEEE 15288, 15289, 12207); SEI/CMMI

Implementation of a real-time client/server information system; Application development using a structured software development process; failover/recovery of client server systems; Database design and data storage

PMP or relevant technical certifications are desirable

NYS Licensed Professional Engineer a plus

Alternate Delivery Experience Preferred

Company

Metropolitan Transportation Authority

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The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is North America's largest transportation network, serving a population of 15.3 million people in the 5,000-square-mile area fanning out from New York City through Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut.

Founded in 1834

New York, NY, US

10001+ employees