Senior System Engineer

Applied Research Solutions; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor is seeking a Senior System Engineer located in Bedford, MA. The candidate will conduct technical reviews, prepare documentation, and provide engineering support related to aircraft systems. Requirements include a Top Secret Security Clearance and significant experience in electrical engineering, particularly in DoD environments. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $160k to $180k depending on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Must be a US citizen.
• Top Secret Security Clearance required.
• 12 years of experience in aircraft systems with 5 years in DoD OR 15 years with BA/BS in EE and 5 years in DoD.

Responsibilities

• Conduct reviews on program portfolio and recommend alternative plans.
• Prepare technical documents defining system/subsystem characteristics.
• Provide system/program engineering and technical training support.

Skills

Problem definition

Trade space analysis

Multi-Objective Decision Analysis (MODA)

Engineering economy principles

Education

Advanced Electrical Engineering degree (MA/MS)

BA/BS degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Hanscom AFB, MA
200 Hanscom Dr
Bedford, MA 01730, USA

Applied Research Solutions is seeking a Senior System Engineer. The System Engineer shall perform work that applies a broad theoretical and practical knowledge of system engineering to the acquisition process.

Responsibilities

• Conduct reviews on program portfolio to evaluate and/or recommend alternative plans, improve systems engineering programs/processes, manage/sustain program technical baseline, and design/perform system level tests to assure that subsystems and system performance is achieved in accordance with approved specifications.
• Perform program reviews to evaluate alternative proposed plans, systems engineering programs, design, and test results to assure that subsystem and system performance is achieved in accordance with program specifications.
• Prepare technical documents which define, specify, and recommend system/subsystem characteristics. Prepare management reports and conduct technical presentations for planning, implementation, and corrective action using application of engineering economy principles.
• Perform validation of systems, including development of criteria and procedures. Analyze and/or evaluate results of major engineering systems.
• Provide system/program engineering, technical support and technical training to support programs/initiatives, including but not limited to: acquisition, development, integration, sustainment, continued evolution, deployment/fielding and installation, and operations oversight.
• Provide engineering support services and inputs to program and project risk management activities in compliance with Air Force SEAM processes.
• Capable of performing: problem/gap definition, trade space analysis, science and technology roadmap analysis, “Set based design” for concept development, Multi-Objective Decision Analysis (MODA) and cost versus capability trade off analysis.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be a US citizen
• Top Secret Security Clearance.
• Advanced Electrical Engineering degree (MA/MS) and 12 years of experience in aircraft systems, of which 5 years must be in the DoD, OR a BA/BS degree and 15 years of experience in Electrical Engineering, of which 5 years must be in the DoD with aircraft systems, or 20 years of directly related experience with proper certifications as described in the Functionally Aligned Job Descriptions, of which 8 years must be in the DoD with aircraft systems.

The expected annual salary range: $160k - $180k. Salary is dependent upon the role and associated responsibilities, candidate's experience, and qualifications to include education/training, and key skills.

All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability, and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.

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