SR Systems Engineer

Zel Technologies LLC; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401k with company match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Zel Technologies LLC is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to provide advanced technical expertise in DoD systems, from requirements development to system design and test planning. The role requires leading complex engineering efforts and producing thorough documentation for program reviews and audits.

The ideal candidate will have deep DoD experience with weapon/launcher systems, strong system architecture focus, and the ability to drive technical decisions across multidisciplinary teams and

Qualifications

• Tenure in DoD systems engineering or related field with lifecycle experience.
• Experience producing DoDAF artifacts and system specifications.
• Ability to lead technical teams and stakeholders through reviews and audits.

Responsibilities

• Lead systems engineering activities from concept through test and evaluation.
• Develop and maintain system architecture, requirements, interfaces, and documentation.
• Produce DoDAF artifacts including OV and OSDs.
• Support integration and testing of complex DoD systems.
• Conduct trade studies, risk assessments, and technical analyses.
• Prepare technical reports, SEPs, TDPs and other artifacts.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and government stakeholders.
• Provide input for formal SE events and audits.

Skills

DoD systems engineering

Requirements development

System architecture

Test planning

Technical documentation

Technical leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/Math/Physics/OR/CS

Tools

CORE

Rhapsody

MagicDraw

DOORS

RequisitePro

OPNET

NETWARS

CaliberRM

Executable UML

Job description

* This position is contingent upon contract award. *

* This position is eligible for a $500 ZelTech Non-Employee Referral fee. Contact ZelTech Recruiters for questions concerning this matter. *

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Job Summary

The Senior Systems Engineer will provide advanced technical expertise in the research, design, development, integration, and evaluation of complex Department of Defense (DoD) systems. This role supports full lifecycle systems engineering activities, including requirements development, architecture generation, system design, test planning, and technical documentation. The position requires deep experience with DoD systems, weapon and launcher systems, and systems engineering tools, along with the ability to lead technical efforts and support major engineering events.

Responsibilities

• Lead systems engineering activities from concept development through test and evaluation.


• Develop and maintain system architecture, requirements, interface definitions, and engineering documentation.


• Produce DoDAF-compliant architecture products, including Operational Views (OVs) and Operational Sequence Diagrams (OSDs).


• Support integration and testing of complex systems, including weapons, missiles, launchers, or weapon control subsystems.


• Conduct trade studies, risk assessments, and technical analyses to support program decisions.


• Prepare and deliver technical reports, briefings, Systems Engineering Plans (SEPs), Technical Data Packages (TDPs), and other engineering artifacts.


• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, program managers, and government stakeholders.


• Provide technical input for formal systems engineering events, reviews, and audits.

Requirements

• Must be a US citizen.


• Must have an active secret security clearance.


• Ten (10) years of experience in DoD systems architectures, research, design, development, and test and evaluation; OR a bachelor’s degree in engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Operations Research, Computer Science, or another technical discipline and six (6) years of relevant DoD systems engineering experience.


• Five (5) years of concurrent experience in requirements development, system design, and implementation of systems emphasizing portability, scalability, and interoperability.


• Five (5) years of experience with systems engineering and requirements management tools such as CORE, Rhapsody, MagicDraw, DOORS, Requisite Pro, OPNET, NETWARS, CaliberRM, or executable UML.


• Demonstrated ability to produce strategic plans, TDPs, system specifications, design requirements, SEPs, test and evaluation planning documents, and other engineering documentation.


• Demonstrated ability to develop and defend technical positions, justify recommendations, and write detailed technical reports.


• Ten (10) years of professional technical experience including five (5) years of specialized experience in maritime, launcher, missile, weapon, or weapon control systems concept definition, design, integration, and engineering.


• Experience in systems management, systems engineering design, use of systems engineering software tools, and application of systems engineering processes.


• Engineering experience in requirements development, risk management, and requirements traceability and verification for weapon systems (missiles, launchers, or weapon control systems).


• Engineering experience in the design, development, and testing of surface launching system components with emphasis on reliability.


• Experience generating system architectures, system requirements, interface diagrams, test matrices, and Concepts of Operations (CONOPS).


• Successful background and drug screening check.

Preferred Requirements

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.


• Ability to work independently and lead technical teams.


• Familiarity with DoD acquisition processes, documentation standards, and lifecycle management.

Physical Demands Or Work Environment

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The majority of the time is spent in an office setting.


• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.


• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance, vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus.

About ZelTech

Founded in 1988 by Ret. Col. Jack L. Ezzell Jr., Zel Technologies is a trusted leader in national security, providing comprehensive research, development, engineering, and operational support to the Department of Defense, the Intelligence Community, and federal agencies. Originally focused on leveraging operational and software expertise to improve time-critical targeting capabilities for the military, the company advanced its capabilities to provide scientific and HUMINT expertise for CBRNE collection and analysis. In the wake of 9/11, Zel Technologies rapidly expanded its capabilities to provide turnkey ISR support services to US Special Operations Forces (SOF), as well as advanced technical & operational intelligence, physical & data science, and engineering support services to the greater Intelligence and SOF Communities supporting global counterterrorism and CWMD operations.

Today, Zel Technologies remains at the forefront of intelligence missions, advancing CWMD and global counterterrorism efforts, while also addressing emerging threats posed by near-peer adversaries. Our team remains committed to delivering adaptive, innovative, and cost-effective solutions across multiple domains, in alignment with the mission priorities of the U.S. Government and its partner nations.

Our Mission

Through our commitment to innovation and quality, our skilled teams deliver robust, technology driven solutions and insights that empower our customers to overcome complex challenges and achieve their mission objectives.

Our Workforce

ZelTech team members represent a wide range of backgrounds, skills, experience, and personalities bound together by common objectives and mutual respect. You will join a caring community of professional, including many military veterans who challenge and support each other in seeking the right solutions to important matters.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance


• 401k immediate vesting with company match


• Flexible Spending Accounts


• Health Savings Account with company contributions


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Bonuses for performance


• Voluntary life/accidental death & dismemberment


• Educational assistance and special training programs


• Voluntary benefits (accidental, critical illness, whole life)


• Group life insurance (Company paid)


• Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance (Company paid)


• Paid Time Off (PTO), Holiday Leave, Jury Duty, and Military Leave


• Health and fitness reimbursement


• Referral bonuses


• Employee discounts on various services and products

Equal Opportunities

ZelTech is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, marital status, military status, genetic predisposition, or any other basis protected by law.