System Engineer

Cape Henry Associates, Acquired by JANUS Research Group; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Henry Associates, now JANUS Research Group, seeks a Systems Engineer for on-site support at SCSTC, Dahlgren, VA. Active Secret clearance and DoD training systems knowledge required. You will support resource requirements, training curricula, and readiness analyses to sustain surface naval capabilities.

The role involves cross-functional teamwork, adherence to schedules, and delivering high-quality training solutions. Travel up to 20% and strong MS Office skills are expected.

Qualifications

• US citizenship is required.
• Active Secret security clearance required.
• 6 years of experience in design, operation, and/or maintenance of complex U.S. Combat Systems.
• Ability to read, interpret, organize and synthesize source material into concise learning products.
• Ability to apply Integrated Learning Environment principles for training product design.
• Strong communication skills with clients and teams.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to learn military terminology.
• Experience with graphics design, 3D modeling, or e-content development.
• Knowledge of Articulate, Adobe Captivate, or Unity is preferred.
• Instructional Systems Design and CPM/LOM/LEAD curriculum development knowledge is preferred.
• Travel up to 20%.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support in developing resource requirements lists for SCSTC.
• Prepare distribution profiles for each resource requirements list.
• Verify ECR LAN pages are up to date with approved lists.
• Analyze requirements for surface combatants by baseline or platform.
• Assess impacts on readiness and user functionality from changes.
• Read and evaluate design documents, interface diagrams, and training materials.
• Coordinate planning and execution of product releases with cross-functional teams.
• Ensure projects meet master plans, schedules, and quality standards.
• Read and apply DoD Instructions and Career Training Continuum policies.
• Maintain information custody and security per prescribed procedures.
• Handle additional duties as assigned.

Skills

US citizenship

Security clearance

Design/maintenance experience

Technical writing

Curriculum design

Communication

Independent work

Written and verbal communication

Military terminology

Graphics design

Instructional design

Travel willingness

Tools

Microsoft Office

Visio

Excel

Word

Articulate

Adobe Captivate

Unity

Job description

Candidates must have an active Secret clearance and verify, before applying, that you meet the minimum requirements of the position.

Target salary range: $81,000 - $86,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

Location

This position is for an on-site direct support Career Training Continuum (CTC) Systems Engineer at the Surface Combat Systems Training Command (SCSTC) Dahlgren, Virginia.

Job Description

• Provide technical support in the on-going development of resource requirements lists for the SCSTC.
• Prepare a distribution profile for each resource requirements list developed.
• Verify the ECR LAN webpages are up to date with all approved resource requirements lists.
• Analyze requirements for all surface combatants and ship homeport locations by baseline or platform:
• Course Resource Requirements Lists
• SCSTC Training Schedules
• NTSPs
• TSIPs
• Training Planning Process Methodology (TRPPM)
• Navy Enlisted Occupational Classification System (NEOCS)
• Baseline Technical Manual
• Analysis of recommended changes and determination of the impact on system readiness and user functionality.
• Read and evaluate the following for applicability to create flexible and cost-effective training and readiness capabilities:
• Design documents
• High level interface block diagrams
• Commercial equipment
• Part task trainer emulations and simulations
• Assist with the structured coordination of planning and execution of product releases across specifically assigned cross functional teams.
• Ensure the completion of all aspects of projects adhering to master plans schedules.
• Analysis of the relationship between training deficiencies and training system modification requirements.
• Conduct analyses to identify and validate training requirements, documenting results of analyses, and developing and recommending alternative training strategies for decision-maker consideration.
• Understand and apply development process for training and curriculum products in recommendations for CTC solutions.
• Ensure that all projects are delivered on time and within scope.
• Ensure deliverables meet quality standards, are consistent; and satisfy both external and internal requirements.
• Read and understand DOD Instructions and Career Training Continuum policies.
• Control, maintain custody, safeguard, or dispose of information in accordance with prescribed procedures.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Employment Status

Full-time (40 hours per week). Salaried. Exempt.

Required Qualifications And Skills

• US Citizenship required.
• Active “Secret” security clearance required.
• 6 years’ experience in the design operation and/or maintenance of complex U.S. Combat Systems.
• Ability to read, interpret, organize, and synthesize source material into well-written, concise learning products.
• Ability to apply Integrated Learning Environment principles and guidelines for the design and development of training products.
• Ability to communicate directly with clients-effectively and tactfully.
• Ability to work independently.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software (Visio, Excel, Word, etc.).
• Strong written and Verbal communication skills.
• Ability to learn and establish a working knowledge of military terminology.
• Graphics design, 3D modeling, and/or e-content development.
• Knowledge and experience with Articulate, Adobe Captivate, or Unity (preferred).
• Instructional Systems Design and an understanding of CPM/LOM (AIM)/LEAD curriculum development methods (strongly preferred).
• Travel up to 20% anticipated.

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