Life Cycle Engineering · 1 month ago
PLC Control Systems Engineer
Philadelphia, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expLife Cycle Engineering (LCE) is a privately held, employee-owned company focused on supporting the US Navy surface ship program. The Systems Engineer role involves supporting a software development team for a Machinery Control System software suite, ensuring compliance with military standards, and providing technical analysis and support throughout the systems engineering process.
Information TechnologyRoboticsSoftwareVirtual Reality
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Act as Subject matter expert in marine Machinery Control Systems (MCS) that interface with:
Gas-turbine, diesel, and electric drive propulsion
Electrical systems including generator controls, switchgear, motor controllers, one-line diagrams, and power management systems
Auxiliary ship systems for air, fuel, lube, and water
Damage control sensors and systems
Machinery control sensors and actuators
Review and update software requirements, design and implementation review, testing, deployment, configuration management, information assurance, delivery, release, and troubleshooting support through the systems engineering process (SEP)
Provide technical analysis, participate in technical interchange meetings, collaborative engineering and development of test and analysis tools
Develop, support, and adhere to a Systems Engineering Plan
Ensure compliance with Department of the Navy and Marine Corps technical documentation that support software engineering, including military standards and specifications; other government documents (e.g., FIPS, FISMA, CJCSI, DoDi); and non-Government documents (e.g., EIA,IEEE, ANSI)
Provide engineering and technical support and advisement regarding problem definition, analysis, requirement updates, and implementation for complex systems in the engineering discipline required to meet technical requirements
Provide assessments and recommendations on system development, improvements, optimization, or support efforts
Assist in performing risk assessments and analysis employing modeling and simulation techniques
Prepare technical presentations, briefings, and papers to address program issues and updates in such venues as technical design reviews, technical review boards, and others
Generate write ups and bug tickets that detail testing performed, troubleshooting steps, and findings
Identify risks and develop mitigation plans for identified cost, schedule, and technical issues
Provide weekly reports on significant issues and actions
Support transition of developmental efforts into production, perform verification and validation testing for software deliveries, organize and execute system-level testing in simulated shipboard environment, and assist with the technical activities
Conduct assessments and make recommendations for design, testing, and documentation utilizing full knowledge of all phases of application, analysis, and programming and research analysis techniques
Qualification
Required
Must be eligible to obtain/maintain DoD Secret security clearance
B.S. in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical or Computer) from an ABET accredited college or university
1+ years' experience performing as a systems, electrical, and/or electronics engineer
Experience in MS Windows and Linux operating systems
Preferred
Secret Clearance highly preferred
Strong experience with PLC (Ladder Logic) installation and troubleshooting highly desired
Knowledge of CMMI
Experience with Agile workflow, preferably through JIRA or similar application
COMPTIA Security+ (Will be expected to complete certification within 6 months of hire)
Benefits
Affordable Medical/Dental/Vision Plans for employees and their families
Free Employee Life and Disability Insurance, with supplemental coverage options available
Health Savings Account and Flexible Savings Account options
Company matched 401(k) & company-funded Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Leave
Dynamic employee innovation/entrepreneurship program which includes education, empowerment, and monetary rewards
Continuing Education and Professional Development programs at all levels
Flexible Schedules and Relaxed Dress Code
Employer-sponsored events, social collaboration, and open communication
Free access to an extensive online training library, including certification prep
Bonus Program for outstanding contributions, Employee Referral Program, numerous Recognition Opportunities, and more
Company
Life Cycle Engineering
Life Cycle Engineering uses engineering logic to solve business problems for industry, public entities and the military.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Bob Fei
President and CEO
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