Systems Engineer

Kelly Services; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 110,208 - 117,096; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Kelly Learning Center training

Transit spending account

Job summary

Kelly Services is seeking a Systems Engineer for an on-site role in Chantilly, VA. The position is a 5+ month engagement with a pay range of $80-$85 per hour, depending on experience.

Responsibilities include architecture design, subsystem integration, and lifecycle requirements management, with strong collaboration across engineering teams. The role requires a bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering and familiarity with defense/aerospace standards, DOORS/SysML/MATLAB/Simulink, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering or related field.
• Experience in defense/aerospace system development preferred.
• Knowledge of system requirements, design, integration, and verification processes.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop system architectures, subsystems, and components for defense/aerospace systems.
• Coordinate and oversee integration of subsystems to ensure interoperability and performance.
• Define and manage system requirements with traceability across lifecycle stages.
• Plan verification and validation activities to meet performance metrics.
• Prepare technical documentation and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Systems engineering

Defense industry knowledge

Avionics knowledge

Bash scripting

Integration & Test

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in engineering

Tools

DOORS

SysML

MATLAB

Simulink

Job description

Job Title

Systems Engineer

Location

Chantilly, VA-Onsite

Duration

5+ months with possible extensions

Pay

$80-$85/hr. (depending on experience)

Shift

9-80 Schedule. 1 st Shift- 630am start time

Position Overview

• A Systems Engineer in the Defense and Aerospace Industry plays a crucial role in the development, integration, and maintenance of complex systems and technologies used in defense and aerospace applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and develop system architectures, subsystems, and components for defense and aerospace systems. This involves understanding and analyzing system requirements, conducting feasibility studies, and creating design specifications.
• Coordinate and oversee the integration of various subsystems, components, and technologies to ensure proper functionality and interoperability. This includes conducting system testing, troubleshooting issues, and implementing corrective measures.
• Define, document, and manage system requirements throughout the entire development lifecycle. This involves capturing stakeholder needs, analyzing and allocating requirements, and maintaining traceability between system elements.
• Identify potential risks and uncertainties associated with system design, integration, and operation. Develop and implement strategies to mitigate risks, ensure system safety, and enhance reliability.
• Prepare and maintain accurate and comprehensive technical documentation, including system specifications, design documents, test plans, and user manuals. Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Work closely with interdisciplinary teams, including engineers, project managers, and stakeholders, to ensure effective communication, collaboration, and alignment of project goals and objectives. Participate in meetings, reviews, and presentations.
• Plan and execute verification and validation activities to ensure that the developed systems meet the specified requirements and performance metrics. This includes developing test procedures, conducting tests, analyzing results, and documenting findings.
• Support system lifecycle management activities, including system upgrades, configuration management, and maintenance planning.
• Monitor system performance, assess operational issues, and propose improvements or enhancements.

Education

• A bachelor's or master’s degree in engineering, preferably in a relevant field such as Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Systems Engineering, Computer or Software Engineering. Advanced degrees or certifications may be preferred for senior or specialized positions.

Technical Knowledge

• Strong understanding of systems engineering principles, methodologies, and best practices.
• Familiarity with defense and aerospace industry standards, regulations, and specifications.
• Knowledge of relevant technologies, such as avionics, sensors, communication systems, and software integration.

Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills

• Ability to analyze complex system requirements, identify potential issues or risks, and propose innovative solutions.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills to address integration challenges and ensure system performance.
• Experience with Computer Integration and Test experience. Bash Scripting experience is a plus.
• Communication and Collaboration: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with multidisciplinary teams, stakeholders, and clients. Ability to present technical information in a clear and concise manner.
• Project Management: Proficiency in project management principles and practices. Experience in planning and executing engineering projects within defined timelines and budgets.

Software Tools

• Familiarity with systems engineering tools and software used for requirements management, modeling and simulation, configuration management, and project documentation (e.g., DOORS, SysML, MATLAB, Simulink).

Benefits

As a Kelly Services employee, you will have access to numerous perks, including:

• Exposure to a variety of career opportunities as a result of our expansive network of client companies
• Career guides, information and tools to help you successfully position yourself throughout every stage of your career
• Access to more than 3,000 online training courses through our Kelly Learning Center
• Weekly pay and service bonus plans
• Group-rate insurance options available immediately upon hire*

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.