Senior Systems Engineer - DoD/DARPA Programs (Arlington)

Systems Planning & Analysis; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Systems Planning & Analysis is seeking a Systems Engineer to provide onsite support in Arlington, VA. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, 7+ years of experience, and an active DoD Secret clearance. Responsibilities include analyzing DARPA programs, risk mitigation strategies, and assisting with program administration. Desired qualifications include a Master's or PhD and experience with ANSYS Fluent or similar tools. The role demands strong technical background and communication skills, requiring onsite presence in Arlington.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in a relevant field.
• Active DoD Secret clearance and eligibility for TS/SCI.
• Interest in supporting DARPA Program Managers.

Responsibilities

• Support Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) requirements.
• Analyze programmatic and technical risks.
• Assist in preparation and execution of program reviews.

Skills

Technical background

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Risk management

Project management

Technology assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering or related field

Tools

ANSYS Fluent

STAR-CCM+

MATLAB

Job description

Systems Planning & Analysis is seeking a Systems Engineer to provide onsite support in Arlington, VA. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, 7+ years of experience, and an active DoD Secret clearance. Responsibilities include analyzing DARPA programs, risk mitigation strategies, and assisting with program administration. Desired qualifications include a Master's or PhD and experience with ANSYS Fluent or similar tools. The role demands strong technical background and communication skills, requiring onsite presence in Arlington.