Systems Engineer

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Dahlgren (VA)

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USD 90,000 - 110,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Kitty Hawk Technologies is seeking a Systems Engineer with 5+ years of systems engineering experience to support DoW engineering services in the Dahlgren, Virginia area. The role focuses on threat mitigation analysis integration with CONOPS, requirements, and design processes.

Qualifications include active TS/SCI clearance, a Bachelor's in Engineering/Science/Math, and strong communication skills. Travel may be required; the position is full-time with a competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering, Science, or Math field.
At least five years of systems engineering experience with emphasis on Integrated Product Team (IPT) support.
Experience supporting requirements and concept development, integration engineering, and/or test engineering for DoW engineering programs

Responsibilities

Coordinate and conduct engagements with operational stakeholders from the Navy, combatant commands, and mission planning communities to determine their needs for threat mitigation analysis
Integrate threat mitigation analysis findings into systems engineering activities such as the CONOPS / use cases, requirements, design, verification, and technical reviews
Develop scenarios and design reference missions to inform threat mitigation analysis activities
Provide recommendations on how to employ weapon systems based on threat mitigation analysis
Coordinate with the threat mitigation analysis team to ensure they have the weapon system and operational information necessary to conduct their analysis
Communicate statuses, risks, and dependencies effectively to stakeholders and the sponsor

Skills

Communication skills

System engineering

Clearance TS/SCI

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Science/Math

Master’s Degree in Engineering/Science/Math

Tools

DOORS

Cameo Systems Modeler

AFSIM

Job description

Job Description

Kitty Hawk Technologies, a growing service and technology innovator, is seeking talented and motivated professionals to deliver lean and effective solutions to our government partners. We have an immediate opening for a Systems Engineer to join our team. This position will provide an opportunity to develop the innovative technology that supports some of our nation’s most important defense initiatives. Kitty Hawk employees work closely with our customers to develop solutions that support national engineering and security missions, and the ideal candidate will support our team in providing program support to the Department of War (DoW). In addition to receiving a competitive salary and health benefits, the Systems Engineer will join a motivated, talented, and technically accomplished team. The employee will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded.

Candidates must be results oriented and have the ability to work in a well-organized, logical and systematic manner. They will set clear objectives, monitor progress, take corrective action and control performance levels to maintain high internal customer satisfaction. They will possess deep insight into customer requirements and will maintain the ability to ethically influence those requirements. They will be able to clearly define and clearly articulate compelling solutions and will require an ability to quickly assimilate and apply complex technical information.

Kitty Hawk Technologies is currently seeking a Systems Engineer with 5+ years of systems engineering experience in support of DoW engineering services to work in the Dahlgren, Virginia, area.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate and conduct engagements with operational stakeholders from the Navy, combatant commands, and mission planning communities to determine their needs for threat mitigation analysis
Integrate threat mitigation analysis findings into systems engineering activities such as the CONOPS / use cases, requirements, design, verification, and technical reviews
Develop scenarios and design reference missions to inform threat mitigation analysis activities
Provide recommendations on how to employ weapon systems based on threat mitigation analysis
Coordinate with the threat mitigation analysis team to ensure they have the weapon system and operational information necessary to conduct their analysis
Communicate statuses, risks, and dependencies effectively to stakeholders and the sponsor

Required Qualifications

Active TS/SCI or active Top Secret DoD clearance with SCI eligibility is necessary – U.S. Citizenship is required
Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering, Science, or Math field
At least five years of systems engineering experience with emphasis on Integrated Product Team (IPT) support
Experience supporting requirements and concept development, integration engineering, and/or test engineering for DoW engineering programs

Desired Qualifications

Master’s Degree in an Engineering, Science, or Math field
Knowledge of Naval Warfare, weapon systems, or strategic systems programs and architectures
Experience supporting threat analysis or missile modeling activities
Experience coordinating with uniformed personnel as part of mission engineering, training, or fleet exercise activities
Experience with model-based systems engineering
Experience with DOORS and/or Cameo Systems Modeler
Experience with AFSIM
Strong written and oral communication skills, the ability and willingness to multi-task, and capable of professionally addressing client questions and issues

Travel

Some limited travel may be required to support this position

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $105,000-$140,000 per year

Work Location: In person

Minimum Education Required

Bachelors

Preferred Education

Masters

Required Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering, Science, or Math field
At least five years of systems engineering experience with emphasis on Integrated Product Team (IPT) support
Experience supporting requirements and concept development, integration engineering, and/or test engineering for DoW engineering programs

Preferred Experience

Master’s Degree in an Engineering, Science, or Math field
Knowledge of Naval Warfare, weapon systems, or strategic systems programs and architectures
Experience supporting threat analysis or missile modeling activities
Experience coordinating with uniformed personnel as part of mission engineering, training, or fleet exercise activities
Experience with model-based systems engineering
Experience with DOORS and/or Cameo Systems Modeler
Experience with AFSIM
Strong written and oral communication skills, the ability and willingness to multi-task, and capable of professionally addressing client questions and issues

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

Some limited travel may be required to support this position.

Certificates/Security Clearances/Other

Active TS/SCI or active Top Secret DoD clearance with SCI eligibility is necessary – U.S. Citizenship is required.

City*

Dahlgren

State*

Virginia

Job_Category

Engineering

Job Code

Systems_Engineer Engineer