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National Security Agency · 9 hours ago

Systems Engineer - Entry to Mid Level (Maryland)

Fort Meade, MD

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry, Mid Level

$87K/yr - $153K/yr

0+ years exp

The National Security Agency (NSA) is seeking skilled Systems Engineers to support intelligence operations. The role involves developing and enhancing systems and tools, advising on scientific projects, and ensuring adherence to engineering standards.

National Security

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Perform trade studies to generate and translate conceptual designs into technical specifications

Participate in the evaluation of prototype hardware systems and software solutions

Integrate solutions into the worldwide collection and processing architecture

Work on smaller projects and assist with system design, implementation, and testing

Develop and maintain technical documentation and standards

Qualification

Systems EngineeringCybersecuritySoftware DesignData ManagementElectrical EngineeringComputer EngineeringNetwork ArchitectureProgramming LanguagesInnovative ThinkingSystems Engineering CertificationsProblem SolvingCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsLeadership SkillsCollaboration

Required

Degree must be in either Engineering or a relevant technical field (for example, computer science, mathematics, or physics)

For all of the above degrees, if program is not ABET accredited, it must include specified coursework

Specified coursework includes courses in differential and integral calculus and 5 of the following 18 areas: (a) statics or dynamics, (b) strength of materials/stress-strain relationships, (c) fluid mechanics, hydraulics, (d) thermodynamics, (e) electromagnetic fields, (f) nature and properties of materials/relating particle and aggregate structure to properties, (g) solid state electronics, (h) microprocessor applications, (i) computer systems, (j) signal processing, (k) digital design, (l) systems and control theory, (m) circuits or generalized circuits, (n) communication systems, (o) power systems, (p) computer networks, (q) software development, (r) any other comparable area of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, or soil mechanics

Relevant experience must be in engineering systems over their lifecycle (for example, conception, design & development, testing, production, distribution/deployment, operation, maintenance & support, decommissioning)

ENTRY/DEVELOPMENTAL With an Engineering degree, entry is with a Bachelor's degree and no experience

OR, with a degree in a relevant technical field (for example, computer science, mathematics, or physics), entry is with a Bachelor's degree plus 1 year of relevant experience

FULL PERFORMANCE With an Engineering degree, entry is with a Bachelor's degree plus 3 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree plus 1 year of relevant experience, or a Doctoral degree and no experience

OR, with a degree in a relevant technical field (for example, computer science, mathematics, or physics), entry is with a Bachelor's degree plus 3 years of relevant experience, or a Master's or Doctoral degree plus 1 year of relevant experience

U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants

NSA is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations

All applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph

Preferred

Knowledge, skills, and experience in one or more of the following areas are highly desired: systems engineering principles such as technology/system readiness assessment, modeling and simulation, security design engineering, and test evaluation and integration; systems architecture, framework, and standards

While not mandatory, Systems Engineering Certifications (i.e., DAWIA Certification, CISCO, and INCOSE) are beneficial and can enhance your qualifications