National Security Systems Engineer - Lab & Field Support

Systems Planning and Analysis; Port Hueneme (CA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) seeks an experienced Systems Engineer with an Active Secret clearance to support ORCA capabilities in the SLA Division.

The role involves developing and validating technical documents, lab testing, shipboard support, and travel as needed to CONUS/OCONUS locations. Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s degree in engineering and at least three years of systems engineering experience, with strong communication skills and familiarity with Windows/Linux

Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering and three years of systems engineering experience.
• Ability to follow and execute technical procedures in lab or shipboard environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with government personnel and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, revise, and update technical documents using Microsoft Word.
• Evaluate source materials and assess downstream impacts.
• Review technical documents for accuracy and provide editing feedback.
• Execute and validate procedures in a lab or simulated environment (SWEF, shipboard).
• Install, configure, and maintain software in a lab environment and verify system integration.
• Investigate and document anomalies and prepare technical reports.
• Support weekly meetings with status updates and PowerPoint presentations.
• Provide field support including shipboard or waterfront assistance to maintain fleet readiness.
• Travel CONUS/OCONUS up to two to four weeks.
• Ensure work complies with Government direction, security, schedules, and objectives.

Skills

Active Secret clearance

Travel willingness

Written and verbal communication

Ability to follow procedures

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Windows

Linux

Job description

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) seeks an experienced Systems Engineer with an Active Secret clearance to support ORCA capabilities in the SLA Division.

The role involves developing and validating technical documents, lab testing, shipboard support, and travel as needed to CONUS/OCONUS locations. Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s degree in engineering and at least three years of systems engineering experience, with strong communication skills and familiarity with Windows/Linux