System Engineer Support Level 2

DCCA; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Growth opportunities

Inclusive culture

Health benefits

Mission-focused projects

Job summary

DCCA is seeking a junior- to mid-level System Engineer to support a government program focusing on data flow engineering and transitioning from legacy to cloud. You will work on ISO/IEC 15288 processes and must have an active TS/SCI clearance with poly.

The role emphasizes architectural design, DoDAF alignment, and collaboration with Government stakeholders to deliver mission-critical IT solutions.

Qualifications

• Experience producing System Engineering documentation (SEMP, ICDs, requirements specs).
• Manages system requirements to ensure compatibility with defined architectures (DoDAF).
• Coordinate resolution of action items from CCB, design reviews, and program reviews.
• Analyze technical alternatives and provide preliminary recommendations.
• Support SE activities in ISO/IEC 15288 Enterprise/Process Areas.

Responsibilities

• Applies systems engineering principles across the lifecycle: concept to retirement.
• Interacts with Government regarding SE considerations and issues.
• Communicates with Government overseers and senior executives.
• Ensures technical integrity, quality, and completeness of work and deliverables.
• Develops and delivers work products in ISO/IEC 15288 Process Areas.

Skills

Systems engineering

Requirements management

DoDAF

ISO/IEC 15288

Architectural design

Education

High School Diploma or GED + 6 years SE experience

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field + 2 years SE

Master’s degree in Engineering or related field

PhD in Engineering or related field

Job description

DCCA is a veteran-owned IT business specializing in providing innovative solutions to a variety of government agencies and commercial enterprises since 1982. DCCA is proud to offer career growth opportunities and a competitive compensation and benefits package. Visit our website at: www.dcca.com

System Engineer Support Level 2

Candidate must have an active TS/SCI w/Poly

For over 40 years, DCCA has provided a broad range of IT services to government agencies and commercial enterprises, helping them to feel confident in their IT infrastructure. With DCCA, these organizations can be confident in the flexibility and skill of their IT partners, allowing them to upgrade their technology quickly and efficiently. Better yet, thanks to DCCA’s successful track record, clients can rest assured knowing DCCA can tackle any problem with ease, allowing them to focus on the work that matters.

Internally, DCCA prides itself on a culture built on integrity and inclusivity, allowing its employees to build lasting skills and relationships. As a veteran owned business, DCCA knows the importance of recruiting employees with a wide range of backgrounds, allowing for every problem to be approached by a diverse array of perspectives. Join us and be part of a team that has a people first mentality and a dedication to excellence.

DCCA is looking to staff a junior- to mid-Level Systems Engineer position to support a new, prime contract for a Government program that delivers important technical solutions and products using emerging technologies for processing significantly large amounts of data. Program technical areas include commercial cloud technologies, high performance computing, and enterprise architecture. The program is tactically important to the national security of the United States and the work on these missions are frequently recognized for their results. Our teams are always looking for the best talent who want to contribute exceptional support to our customer’s unique and mission-critical work. This is a growing, high-profile program. Current, active TS/SCI clearance with poly required.

DCCA’s Program team is searching for highly skilled, junior- to mid-level Systems Engineer to be a part of our team. The ideal candidate will be interested in executing legacy- to cloud-based transitions, specifically focused on data flow engineering to ensure thorough data analysis and compliance to meet government requirements and should possess the following qualifications:

• Applies systems engineering principles throughout the systems life cycle phases: Concept, Development, Production, Utilization, Support, and Retirement. Interacts with the Government regarding Systems Engineering technical considerations and for associated problems, issues or conflicts. Communicates with other program personnel, government overseers, and senior executives. Responsibility for the technical integrity, quality, and completeness of work performed and deliverables associated with one or more of the 25 process areas defined by ISO/IEC15288:
• TechnicalProcessArea-StakeholderRequirementsDefinition, Requirements Analysis, Architectural Design, Implementation, Integration, Verification, Transition, Validation, Operation, Maintenance,and Disposal.
• ProjectProcessArea-ProjectPlanning,ProjectAssessmentand Control, Decision Management, Risk Management, Configuration Management, Information Management, and Measurement.
• Enterprise(OrganizationalProject-Enabling)ProcessArea-Project Portfolio Management, Infrastructure Management, Lifecycle Model Management, Human Resource Management, and Quality Management.
• AgreementProcessArea-Acquisitionand Supply.

REQUIRED SKILLS/TASKS:

• The following demonstrated experience performing tasks related to one or more of the following areas:
• Contributestothedevelopmentofsectionsofsystemsengineeringdocumentationsuch as SystemEngineeringPlans, Initial Capabilities Documents, Requirementsspecifications, and Interface Control Documents.
• Manages system requirements and derived requirements to ensure the delivery of production systems that are compatible with the defined system architecture(s) – DepartmentofDefenseArchitectureFramework(DoDAF),Service-orientedArchitecture.
• Assistswiththeallocationofthesametoindividualhardware,software,facility,and personnel component.
• CoordinatestheresolutionofactionitemsfromConfigurationControlBoard(CCB) meetings,designreviews,programreviews,andtestreviewsthat requirecross-discipline coordination.
• Performanalysisoftechnicalalternativesforaprojectandmakepreliminary recommendations.
• AssistinperformingsystemsengineeringactivitiesintheISO/IEC15288Agreementor Enterprise Process Areas.
• Performsystemsengineeringactivitiesandassistinthepreparationofmultiplework products in Project and Technical Process Areas associated with the ISO/IEC 15288.
• DevelopanddeliveraworkproductinanyoftheISO/IEC15288ProcessAreas.

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Strong written and verbal skills to support documentation and customer interface.
• Must be very detail oriented.
• Must have exceptional customer relationship skills.

EDUCATION:

• AHighSchoolDiplomaorGEDplussix(6)yearsofgeneralsystemsengineering experience (any process area).
• OR
• ABachelor’sdegreeinaQualifiedEngineeringFieldorarelated discipline fromanaccreditedcollegeoruniversityplustwo(2)yearsofsystemsengineeringexperience.
• OR
• AMaster’sdegreeinaQualifiedEngineeringFieldorarelated discipline fromanaccreditedcollegeoruniversity.
• OR
• A PhD in a Qualified Engineering Field or a related discipline from an accredited college or university.

At DCCA, we believe the key to providing our clients with unrivaled services starts with retaining top talent, something we’re able to do through our consistent commitment to building culture and comprehensive benefits.

BENEFITS:

• Competitive Compensation: While salary at DCCA is determined by various factors, we are committed to making sure our salaries reflect the skill and expertise of our employees. In addition, each year we perform an annual salary review ensuring pay is equitable across both the company and industry at large.
• Growth Opportunities: DCCA makes it a priority to help you grow and support your career advancement. From upskilling programs to recertification support, to professional development opportunities, we’re here to help you grow your career and create lasting relationships.
• Emphasis on Inclusivity: DCCA’s culture emphasizes respect, equity, and opportunity and is supported by an array of business resource groups and other opportunities for connection.
• Empowering Health: DCCA’s benefits which encompass healthcare, paid time off, and flexible 401(k) options encourage you to live a healthy and fulfilling life, both in and outside of work. Learn more about our total benefits package on our Benefits page.
• Mission Focused Work: From the defense industry to health IT management, DCCA allows you to work on innovative projects whose outcomes improve people's lives and solve today’s IT problems.

Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Vets