SR. SYSTEMS ENG VADOR

Phoenix-Logistics,-LL; Fairborn (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Defense LLC seeks a Senior Systems Engineer / Lead Engineer to serve as the program's primary technical representative. You will lead systems and software engineering, guide MBSE activities, and coordinate with Government engineering leadership to ensure alignment with objectives.

Applicants should have deep JSE experience, secret clearance (Top Secret desired), and a proven ability to mentor teams while delivering integrated architectures and interfaces for complex defense systems.

Qualifications

• Master of Science or engineering degree with 8+ years of experience.
• Bachelor of Science or engineering degree with 12+ years of experience.
• Secret clearance required; Top Secret clearance desired.
• Knowledge of LINUX and Windows operating systems.
• Experience with Joint Simulation Environment (JSE); direct VATS experience preferred.
• Strong MBSE and SysML skills; familiarity with MBSE tools.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical point of contact between the Contractor and Government engineering leadership.
• Provide technical leadership across systems engineering, software engineering, model integration, and test activities.
• Support program increment planning including technical scope, engineering estimates, dependencies, risks, and execution.
• Represent the Contractor at technical reviews, working groups, design reviews, readiness reviews, and program demonstrations.
• Lead the development and maintenance of system architectures, designs, and interface definitions.
• Develop and maintain system-of-systems architecture models using SysML/UML and MBSE tools.
• Lead system requirements analysis, decomposition, traceability, and verification coverage.
• Direct and participate in system development activities, with emphasis on requirements analysis, design, model integration, testing, and acceptance.
• Lead integration and troubleshooting of aircraft subsystem models and associated capabilities within the JSE environment.
• Review and approve technical documentation and engineering work products for accuracy and technical completeness.
• Evaluate system stability, interoperability, performance, security, scalability, and other system-level characteristics.
• Identify and communicate technical risks, resource requirements, dependencies, and engineering recommendations to program and Government leadership.
• Mentor and provide technical direction to junior and mid-level engineering staff.

Skills

SysML

MBSE tools

Technical leadership

Systems engineering

JSE familiarity

Linux/Windows

Education

Master of Science in Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

Cameo

SysML (MBSE)

VATS

Job description

The Senior Systems Engineer / Lead Engineer serves as the program's primary technical representative and point of contact for engineering matters. The position provides technical leadership across systems and software engineering activities and works closely with the Government's lead engineer in support of Joint Simulation Environment (JSE) planning, integration, testing, and execution. The Lead Engineer provides technical direction to engineering teams, reviews and approves engineering work products, and ensures requirements, architecture, interfaces, and technical activities remain aligned with program objectives.

This position is contingent upon contract award, and employment will begin upon successful award and authorization to proceed.

If you are a current incumbent on the contract and are unsure which position best aligns with your current role, please apply to the position you believe is the closest match. Our team will review your application and make any necessary adjustments to ensure alignment with the appropriate position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

• •Serve as the primary technical point of contact between the Contractor and Government engineering leadership.
• •Provide technical leadership and direction across systems engineering, software engineering, model integration, and test activities.
• •Support program increment planning, including technical scope, engineering estimates, dependencies, risks, and execution.
• •Represent the Contractor at technical reviews, working groups, design reviews, readiness reviews, and program demonstrations.
• •Lead the development and maintenance of system architectures, designs, and interface definitions.
• •Develop and maintain system-of-systems architecture models using SysML/UML and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools.
• •Lead system requirements analysis, decomposition, traceability, and verification coverage.
• •Direct and participate in system development activities, with emphasis on requirements analysis, design, model integration, testing, and acceptance.
• •Lead integration and troubleshooting of aircraft subsystem models and associated capabilities within the JSE environment.
• •Review and approve technical documentation and engineering work products for accuracy and technical completeness.
• •Evaluate system stability, interoperability, performance, security, scalability, and other system-level characteristics.
• •Identify and communicate technical risks, resource requirements, dependencies, and engineering recommendations to program and Government leadership.
• •Mentor and provide technical direction to junior and mid-level engineering staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• •A Master of Science degree, engineering degree, or diploma representing technical education, and at least 8 years of experience in the subject field.
• •A Bachelor of Science degree, engineering degree, or diploma representing technical education, and at least 12 years of experience in the subject field.
• •Secret clearance required; Top Secret clearance desired. Must be eligible for Top Secret clearance.
• •Knowledge of LINUX and Windows operating systems.
• •Demonstrated, in-depth familiarity with the Joint Simulation Environment (JSE); direct experience with the Virtual Air Threat Solution (VATS) strongly preferred.
• •Solid understanding of Man-In-The-Loop (MITL) simulation systems and their integration, testing, and performance requirements.
• •Proficiency in Systems Modeling Language (SysML), ideally version 2.0.
• •Familiarity with Cameo or similar Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools.
• •Technical leadership experience.

JOB CONTEXT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position is be operated in an office type environment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision while performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.

Phoenix Defense LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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