Systems Engineer

Boston Government Services, LLC (BGS); Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid vacation

401K

Disability insurance

Job summary

Boston Government Services, LLC (BGS) seeks a Systems Engineer to support operations at the Y12 National Security Complex in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. The role requires collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant systems in a nuclear-regulated environment.

The onsite position offers a full-time schedule, competitive benefits, and opportunities to contribute to critical national security missions through engineering, troubleshooting, and programmatic support.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree with 5+ years of professional experience.
• U.S. citizenship and active DOE Q security clearance.
• Experience in nuclear-regulated environments (NRC/DOE) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support machining center installations and production operations, including configuration management and paperwork.
• Demonstrate machining background experience and understanding of related systems.
• Perform troubleshooting and systems-improvement activities.
• Apply engineering expertise to resolve technical system and equipment issues with related disciplines.
• Adhere to Conduct of Engineering, Conduct of Operations, and Conduct of Maintenance in nuclear facilities.
• Work in a production environment and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Systems engineering

Troubleshooting

Configuration management

Nuclear/regulatory environment

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Job description

Boston Government Services (BGS) is seeking a Systems Engineer to support our clients at the Y12 National Security Complex in Oak Ridge, Tennessee.

BGS is an engineering, technology, and security firm helping to advance missions of national importance for government programs, national laboratories, national security facilities, nuclear operations, and complex projects. We support clients at every stage, from strategic planning and program management to the execution of engineering and technical activities. We work to attract and retain the best talent because the best talent delivers the best results for our clients. Our capabilities are based on our experience in complex, secure, and highly regulated environments. We leverage our experience and capabilities to provide mission-driven solutions tuned to our client's mission needs and strategic direction.

Work that Matters. People that Matter More. At BGS, we believe meaningful work starts with great people. We foster a culture built on respect, collaboration, and accountability—where employees are empowered to contribute ideas, grow professionally, and make an impact. We care about our employees’ well-being through competitive benefits, clear expectations, and an environment that values both excellence and connection.

Where You’ll Work

The Y12 National Security Complex located in Oak Ridge, TN, plays a vital role in the U.S. Department of Energy’s Nuclear Security Enterprise. Y-12 provides manufacturing, technical, and scientific expertise to produce components, subassemblies, and quality evaluations to sustain a U.S. nuclear deterrent; reduce the threat from weapons of mass destruction; supply nuclear material to the Naval Reactors Program; and provide solutions to other emerging national security challenges. Y-12 has developed state-of-the art capabilities in three core areas: nuclear technology and materials, security and consequence management, and manufacturing and technical services.

Y-12 lends its specialized expertise to other federal agencies, such as the U.S. Departments of Defense and Homeland Security, state and local governments, and private-sector companies. Projects at Y-12 include providing protective equipment to soldiers in combat, training National Guard units for radiological emergencies, and creating machining platforms that improve production and efficiency.

Learn more about Y12 visit: https://www.y12.doe.gov/

Responsibilities

• Support new machining center installations and/or existing machining production operations through supporting configuration management activities, various paperwork activities, troubleshooting, and maintenance activities.
• Demonstrate machining background experience.
• Perform troubleshooting and improvement activities.
• Apply systems and equipment expertise needed to resolve technical system and equipment issues in cooperation with other related disciplines.
• Demonstrate a professional understanding of Conduct of Engineering, Conduct of Operations, and Conduct of Maintenance for facilities operating within a nuclear regulated environment.
• Perform work in a production environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited program plus 5 or more years of relevant professional experience.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Requires an active U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Q security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with systems and equipment experience in mechanical and electrical systems.
• Experience in an NRC or DOE regulated environment.

Location/Work Arrangement:

• This position is a fully onsite position at the Y12 National Security Complex in Oak Ridge, Tennessee.
• Schedule is full-time, Monday – Friday 40-hour week, with potential for occasional overtime.

BGS offers a competitive total compensation package to eligible employees. Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid Vacation, 401K, Long and Short-Term Disability.

EEO

BGS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Exclusive Agreement Disclaimer

BGS has standing contracts with federal agencies throughout the United States. We require an affirmative exclusive agreement to represent all candidates to our clients. By submitting this application, you are consenting to allow BGS to represent you as a candidate for the role in which you are applying.

Schedule is full-time, Monday – Friday 40-hour week, with potential for occasional overtime.