Secret-Cleared Systems Engineer (Remote/Hybrid)

VPSI; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

VPSI in San Diego, CA, seeks a Systems Engineer to support specification development, assessment criteria development, and SETRs. You will work with government engineers to implement standards within the Human Factor Domain and review acquisition programs.

The role requires DoD NAVWAR policy knowledge, DoD 5000.05 familiarity, and a Secret clearance. Five years of systems engineering experience and a BS in a technical field are required; DAU Acquisition 101 training is preferred.

Qualifications

• BS in a technical field or equivalent experience.
• 5 years of systems engineering experience.
• Knowledge of DoD/NAVWAR policies and DoD 5000.05 guidance.
• Completed DAU Acquisition 101 training.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent assessments at program elements (e.g., reviews, milestone decisions, certification events) and develop RIO assessments.
• Coordinate with government engineers to oversee, maintain, and implement technical standards in the Human Factor Domain.
• Maintain and update technical standards, checklists, guidelines, and instructions per DoD/DON policies.
• Provide SE support with acquisition programs of record and in-depth review of engineering documentation.
• Review how programs plan to ensure human capability is factored into system performance during software acquisition and SE lifecycle.
• Review Manpower, Personnel Training & Education requirements with program requirements.

Skills

Systems engineering

RIO assessments

Technical standards

Acquisition programs

Education

BS in a technical field

Job description

VPSI in San Diego, CA, seeks a Systems Engineer to support specification development, assessment criteria development, and SETRs. You will work with government engineers to implement standards within the Human Factor Domain and review acquisition programs.

The role requires DoD NAVWAR policy knowledge, DoD 5000.05 familiarity, and a Secret clearance. Five years of systems engineering experience and a BS in a technical field are required; DAU Acquisition 101 training is preferred.