Senior Systems Engineer (Radio Production Design/Manufacturing Readiness)

Applied Research Solutions; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Research Solutions seeks a Senior Systems Engineer to support DoD programs in Rado Production Design and Manufacturing Readiness in Bedford, MA. The role requires a TS/SCI clearance and US citizenship, with strong systems engineering, testing, and risk management capabilities.

Responsibilities include evaluating program plans, performing design/test reviews, and delivering technical documents and management reports.

Qualifications

• Must be a US citizen.
• TS/SCI clearance required.
• Advanced Electrical Engineering degree (MA/MS) OR Computer Science degree with 12 years of software systems experience in DoD, OR BA/BS with 15 years in EE or CS with 5 years in DoD software systems, OR 20 years of related experience with certifications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct portfolio reviews to evaluate plans, improve systems engineering programs/processes, and design tests to ensure performance.
• Perform program reviews to evaluate proposed plans, designs, and test results against specifications.
• Prepare technical documents defining system/subsystem characteristics and deliver management reports with engineering economy analyses.
• Validate systems, develop criteria and procedures, and analyze results of major engineering systems.
• Provide engineering support and training across programs including acquisition, development, integration, sustainment, and deployment.
• Support risk management activities in line with Air Force SEAM processes.
• Perform Set-based design, MODA and cost vs capability trade-off analyses.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Systems engineering

Test & evaluation

Risk management

Engineering analysis

Technical presentations

Education

MA/MS in Electrical Engineering

BS in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering with extensive DoD experience

Certifications relevant to DoD programs

Job description

Applied Research Solutions is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer with expertise in Rado Production Design and Manufacturing Readiness.

Why Work with us?

Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is respected as a world-class provider of technically integrated solutions as we deliver premier talent and technology across our focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support. Awarded a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, ARS recognizes that without our career- driven, loyal professionals, we would not be able to deliver state-of-the‑art results for our mission partners. We firmly believe that prioritizing our employees is of the upmost importance. We provide a culture where our employees are challenged to meet their career goals and aspirations, while still obtaining a work/life balance. ARS employees are motivated through our industry competitive benefits package, our awards and recognition program, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers.

Responsibilities Include:

The individual shall be able to:

• 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/ Technical Experience Requirements:

• Must be a US citizen
• TS/SCI
• Advanced Electrical Engineering degree (MA/MS) OR Computer Science degree and 12 years of experience in softwaresystems, of which 5 years must be in the DoD, OR a BA/BS degree and 15 years of experience in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, of which 5 year must be in the DoD with software systems, or 20 years of directly related experience with proper certifications as described in the Functionally Aligned Job Descriptions, of which 8 year must be in the DoD with software systems.

The expected annual salary range: $150k - $170k. 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.