Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) Systems Engineer

Chenega Agile Real Time Solutions, LLC; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Chenega Agile Real Time Solutions, LLC seeks a CBRN Systems Engineer to provide technical expertise and operational support for CBRN and C-UAS sensor technologies. You will sustain, analyze, and optimize sensor performance to ensure mission readiness and evolving operational requirements.

The role emphasizes collaboration with government and industry teams, with a nine-month assignment that may extend or be modified based on business needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related discipline.
• 15 years of experience evaluating sensor technologies.
• 10 years of experience with CBRN and/or C-UAS systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to pass background and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and evaluate performance of CBRN and/or C-UAS sensor systems.
• Analyze data and performance metrics to identify trends and improve readiness.
• Assess sensor performance and recommend improvements to reduce false alarms.
• Maintain performance databases and analytical records.
• Prepare technical reports for government stakeholders and leadership.
• Support assessments of current and emerging sensor capabilities.

Skills

CBRN detection

C-UAS detection

Data analysis

Technical reporting

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Summary

The CBRN Systems Engineer provides technical expertise and operational support for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) and/or Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS) detection technologies. This role is responsible for sustaining, analyzing, and optimizing sensor system performance to ensure mission readiness, improve detection capabilities, and support evolving operational requirements. The ideal candidate brings deep experience with advanced sensor technologies, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively across government and industry teams.

This is a temporary full-time role with an anticipated assignment duration of nine (9) months, subject to extension, reduction, or modification based on business needs.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and evaluate the performance of CBRN and/or C-UAS sensor systems to ensure operational effectiveness and compliance with quality assurance standards.
• Analyze system data and performance metrics toidentifytrends, improve detection capabilities, andmaintainoptimalsystem readiness.
• Assess sensor performance and develop recommendations to reduce false alarms while enhancingdetectionaccuracy and reliability.
• Maintain, update, and manage system performance databases and related analytical records.
• Prepare and present technical reports, findings, and recommendations to government stakeholders and program leadership.
• Support technology assessments of current and emerging sensor capabilities to inform future operational requirements.
• Coordinate with government, engineering, and operational teams to address technical issues and implement system improvements.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or relatedtechnical discipline.
• Minimum of15 years of experienceevaluating, assessing, and supporting current and emerging sensor technologies.
• Minimum of10 years of experiencewith CBRN detection and mitigation systems and/or C-UAS detection and mitigation systems.
• Proven ability to analyze complex technical data and develop actionable recommendations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present technical information to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Successfully pass background and drug screening

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD) programs, operations, or customers.
• Familiarity with technology sustainment, system lifecycle management, and operational readiness assessments.