ECS · 2 days ago
Principal Systems Engineer - Embedded Tactical Software
Arlington, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
7+ years expECS is looking for a Principal Systems Engineer - Embedded Software Engineer to work Onsite in Arlington, VA. The role involves providing senior-level technical oversight and quality assurance for embedded tactical software supporting Department of Defense and Navy weapon systems, focusing on reviewing and auditing software rather than day-to-day development.
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Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Serve as a senior technical authority on Change Control Boards (CCBs) governing embedded software updates and configuration changes
Review and evaluate proposed software design changes, including system-level and hardware integration impacts
Conduct independent audits of embedded software, engineering processes, test artifacts, and compliance documentation
Validate that updated software designs meet engineering rigor, configuration management standards, and DoD quality requirements
Review embedded software logic, design documentation, and verification results to assess correctness and completeness (without hands-on coding)
Partner with hardware, systems, and integration engineers to assess and resolve complex software-hardware integration issues
Provide objective, unbiased technical assessments when reviewing software delivered by prime contractors and external partners
Support technical exchange meetings, engineering reviews, and program readiness discussions
Ensure verification, validation, and quality testing activities are properly executed and documented
Qualification
Required
Active Top Secret Clearance
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (or equivalent experience)
7+ years of experience in embedded software, systems engineering, or software lifecycle oversight within DoD or military programs
Strong understanding of: Embedded and/or real-time software systems, Software design, verification, and validation practices, Configuration management and change control processes, Engineering quality, compliance, and audit principles
Proficiency in C++, Python, or similar languages sufficient to review embedded software and design logic
Experience working in regulated, mission-critical defense environments
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Willingness to travel up to 25% for mission-critical activities
Strong analytical, documentation, and technical communication skills
Ability to operate independently with sound technical judgment
Preferred
Master's degree in Engineering or related discipline
10+ years of experience supporting DoD, Navy, or weapons systems programs
Familiarity with Standard Missile systems, Aegis, or Navy combat systems
Experience navigating interfaces between government stakeholders and prime contractors
Background in embedded or real-time software for missile, radar, or defense platforms
Experience supporting IV&V, T&E, or software assurance functions
Company
ECS
ECS is a fast-growing 4,000-person, $1.2B provider of advanced technology solutions for federal civilian, defense, intelligence, and commercial customers.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2018-01-31Acquired
2015-04-10Private Equity
Leadership Team
Keith McCloskey
VP / Chief Technology Officer
Ryan Garner
Chief Financial Officer
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