Engineer V

DSE, Inc.; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

DSE, Inc. in Kentucky is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to lead hardware and software development for MAGTF interoperability, including waveform development, RF protocols, and cross-domain solutions.

The role requires a deep technical background, 10 years in engineering, and US citizenship with the ability to obtain a secret clearance; you will oversee EMC, networking, and data security while coordinating with partners to deliver mission-critical capabilities.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree required in CS, Math or Engineering.
• 10 years engineering experience required.
• U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide DI MAGTF MANGL systems support: systems engineering, hardware/software design & EMC.
• Manage IP networking, data links, and tactical radio networks.
• Develop RF system architecture and refine requirements.
• Lead software/firmware development aligned with mission systems.
• Present and communicate digital interoperability solutions to stakeholders.

Skills

Waveform development

RFID protocols

WiFi networking

Tactical radio networks

Cross-domain systems

Data-at-rest encryption

Gateway management

System integration

Education

Master's in CS/Math/Engineering

Bachelor's + 4 years substitute

Job description

Position Summary

DSE, Inc. is a team of experienced professionals dedicated to engineering, training and program management to enable front-line soldiers, sailors and Marines to fully exploit the tactical capabilities of aviation and maritime platforms. We accomplish this by using the most qualified employees and keeping abreast of every new capability in aviation, maritime technologies and simulation/training technology as it emerges. We are dedicated to providing the best technical counsel, the latest technology trends, and the best qualifications in the industry.

Our wide range of expertise is constantly expanding as we seek valued members of the DSE team and work to develop each of them to their fullest potential in the field. To this day, Don continues to foster a work environment that supports ingenuity and the care for each member of the team.

The Engineering V will play a pivotal role in leading hardware and software development efforts, as well as overseeing modeling, simulation, and system test and evaluation initiatives. This position requires a deep technical background and proven experience in advanced technology development and deployment.

Successful candidates have the following capabilities:

• Demonstrated expertise in waveform development and integration, with extensive experience employing waveforms across multiple tactical radio platforms.
• Proficient in designing and implementing system protocols, including Radio Frequency Identification Device (RFID), WiFi, traffic routing, and message translation processes.
• Skilled in hosting databases and developing software solutions to enable end-user devices.
• Proven ability to design and manage gateway processes, dual-domain subsystems, cross-domain solutions, and data-at-rest encryption mechanisms.

Responsibilities

Systems Engineering and Technical Support

• Provide comprehensive support for the Digital Interoperability (DI) Marine Air Ground Task Force (MAGTF) Agile Network Gateway Link (MANGL) family of systems, encompassing:
  • Systems engineering
  • Hardware and software design and support
  • Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) engineering and compliance
  • Internet Protocol (IP) networking, data links, and tactical radio networks
  • Waveform development and integration
  • Commercial Solutions for Classified (CSfC)

Architecture and Requirements Development

• Develop and refine architecture solutions and manage requirements for RF systems, hardware, and software.
• Lead efforts in software and firmware development, ensuring alignment with specialized mission systems and compliance standards.

Electromagnetic Compatibility and Mission Systems

• Oversee Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) engineering to ensure compliance with standards for mission-critical systems.
• Support the design and development of specialized mission systems to meet operational needs.

Analytical and Continuity Support

• Provide analytical expertise and continuity to support the United States Marine Corps Digital Interoperability team’s operations and objectives.

Stakeholder Engagement and Technical Leadership

• Develop and present technical discussions and solutions regarding digital interoperability to MANGL stakeholders, cross-service, and joint partners.
• Facilitate collaboration among stakeholders, ensuring alignment of technical efforts with operational goals.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with cross-service and joint partners to advance digital interoperability initiatives, ensuring cohesive implementation of MANGL capabilities.
• Support the Digital Interoperability (DI) Marine Air Ground Task Force (MAGTF) Agile Network Gateway Link (MANGL) family of systems to include systems engineering, hardware and software design and support, electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) engineering and compliance, internet protocol (IP) networking, data links, and tactical radio networks, waveform development and integration, and commercial solutions for classified (CSfC).
• Provide analytical support and continuity for the management of the United States Marine Corps Digital Interoperability team.
• Develop, present, and lead technical discussions pertaining to digital interoperability in support of MANGL stakeholders, cross-service and joint partners.

Education Required

• Master's Degree in Computer Science, Math or Engineering discipline. Allowable substitution: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Math or Engineering discipline with an additional four (4) years of experience can be substituted for a Master's degree.

Experience Required

• Ten (10) years of experience in an engineering position is required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. Due to the sensitivity of customer-related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.