Systems Engineer

MLT Systems; Quantico (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

MLT Systems is seeking a Systems Engineer II to support DoD acquisition programs. You will work under the Explosive Hazards Defeat Team lead to integrate systems, manage development cycles, and ensure documentation aligns with SE processes and policy.

The role requires a Secret clearance, on-site work in a defense environment, and collaboration across engineering and support teams to execute technical reviews and documentation updates.

Qualifications

• Active Secret Security Clearance required.
• Remote work not available; on-site role.
• Mid-level knowledge of acquisition engineering and related product support elements.
• Experience integrating network OS, applications and hardware.
• Ability to analyze requirements and align with system specs and test results.
• Proficient in MS Office and documentation practices.

Responsibilities

• Support SETR-related activities including preparation, execution and closure.
• Draft and maintain System Requirements Documents and WBS artifacts.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to track tasks and actions.
• Support engineering data management and RTM alignment with test results.
• Provide technical input to ensure compliance with DOD/DON policies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define schedules and strategy.

Skills

Systems engineering

Requirements analysis

Documentation

Team collaboration

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

ETMS2

VIPER

MS Teams

CM Pro

Job description

At MLT, we create solutions by empowering our people to fulfill their passion for service. In support of Product Manager Engineer Systems, we are seeking a Systems Engineer II with experience in supporting DOW Federal acquisition programs; knowledge of policy/principles/organizational protocols.

Responsibilities

Will report directly to the Lead Engineer for the Explosive Hazards Defeat Team to support with the following tasks:

• Integrate various network operating systems, application programs and hardware devices;
• Manage the development cycle associated with producing a resilient software, hardware and web application, including: specification, design, coding, testing and maintenance;
• Ensure Lead Engineer level tasks are tracked, executed, and reported;
• Provide continuous technical engineering support to the Engineering competency’s development of documentation that supports the Systems Engineering Technical Process and Systems Engineering Technical Management Process in accordance with DOD 5000‑series Acquisition polices, DON systems engineering policies, and other applicable MARCORSYSCOM guidance (e.g. Test Readiness Review (TRR), Program Verification Test (PVT), System Requirements Review (SRR), System Verification Review (SVR), IEEE 15288.2 Standard for Technical Reviews and Audits on Defense Programs;
• Deliver all support necessary to the activity to conduct functions in accordance with guidance provided by the most current version of IEEE 15288.2, DOD and DON policies and guidelines. Support includes, but is not limited to, leveraging approved templates or other form of authoritative acquisition guidance in the drafting of statutorily required and acquisition documentation;
• Provide continuous technical engineering support to the program for development and facilitation of Systems Engineering Technical Review (SETR) event preparation, execution, and closure to the Government, to include development, review and updating required documentation for all phases of SETR events. This support shall include, but is not limited to, updating SETR projection calendar and Technical - Review event information weekly on the Government‑specified websites as well as the development of Technical Review Action Plans (TRAPs);
• Collect and upload Technical Review Data Package (TRDP) artifacts in support of SETR events to Government‑specified websites and input, track, and maintain critical actions and results from SETRs by using Government‑specified websites/tools;
• Provide Systems Engineering and Test & Evaluation (T&E) knowledge, technical guidance, and data input to the program's IMS development and maintenance activities. This includes detailed tasks in support of key engineering events, documentation development, and communicate expected durations and dependencies to other competency activities to support the program leads cross‑functional awareness;
• Support the Systems Engineering Working‑level Integrated Product Teams (WIPTs) by collaborating with relevant stakeholders to define, develop, and maintain the strategy, plans, and schedule;
• Analyze user requirements; provide inputs into the development of system specification documents; and provide input subject to Government approval regarding alignment of requirements and specifications with the applicable Requirements Traceability Matrices (RTM) which shall include remediation to correctly reflect system requirements and test results completed in accordance to the PMES Change Management Plan;
• Provide engineering support to the engineering leads for updating the RTM input following test report completion for each test event, providing post‑test data reduction updates and analysis of requirements identified in associated products;
• Provide technical support and input to the engineering leads regarding applicable Systems Engineering concepts such that Government personnel will be able to incorporate that input into applicable program activities;
• Provide technical support to the Government lead for the development, review, analysis, update, and management of technical documentation such as Systems Requirements Document, Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and all lower‑level system requirements documentation (e.g. Interface Requirements Specification performance specification);
• Provide technical support to the Government lead for Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMPs), electronic TEMPs (eTEMPs), and Annexes test strategies, detailed test plans, test procedures and test schedules. Systems Engineering and Test Coordination and TRR meetings Test Incident Reports (TIR), supporting documentation, post‑test data reduction and analysis, and input to RTM following test report completion for each test event.;
• Provide technical input concerning overall systems engineering, development, and T&E activities and test programs to include providing support to review and make recommendations to the Government on systems engineering and test plans, procedures, and test reports, and attending adjudication sessions ensuring final product adequacy;
• Collaborate with program and support contractor staff in various competencies including engineering, test team, logistics, development, and integration;
• Serve as the remain behind element when the Lead Engineer is on travel to provide continuity of support on daily tasks;
• Follow‑up on tasks assigned to the team level engineers;
• Draft initial products for Lead Engineer review and submission;
• Provide initial input to tasks assigned to the Lead Engineer for review;

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering with Eight (4) years of relevant experience in defense life cycle (acquisition) logistics support of electronic systems, to include: logistics management, principles, practices, and processes

Specific/Preferred Requirements

• This position requires an active Secret Security Clearance;
• This position is not eligible for remote work or 100% telework;
• Mid level knowledge of acquisition engineering and associated Product Support Elements;
• Experience integrating various network operating systems, application programs and hardware devices through system specification, design, coding, testing and maintenance support;
• Experience considering overall project design including cost, schedule, and social issues that may be associated with a project;
• Experience in applying systems engineering principles;
• Knowledge of CM Pro, Configuration Control Board processes, Risk Exchange+, and MS Teams;
• Adept at pulling information from various data sources (information systems and key personnel) to synthesize coherent responses to tasks (typically quick turnaround) for review and submission;
• Enterprise Task Knowledge Management Software Software II (ETMS2);
• MARCORSYSCOM Vital Information Portal for Enterprise Resources (VIPER);
• Proficient in MS Office products (Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint);
• Proactive, able to collaborate, present, and disseminate technical and non‑technical information to peers, customers, leadership, and external agencies as required;
• Ability to adapt to fast paced and changing environment;
• Experience preparing and delivering presentations and briefings;
• Excellent communication skills both oral and written.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is commonly required to speak, hear, walk, sit, stand and balance; regularly required to use hands and reach with arms. The employee may on occasion lift and/or move objects up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus, with or without corrective lenses.

Work Environment

This position is performed in a typical indoor office setting with a quiet to moderate noise level. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Employees are expected to follow safety procedures and use appropriate safety equipment, as required.

MLT Systems is a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business. We provide Program Management, Engineering, Logistics, and Program Analytical Support Services to a cadre of professional people and organizations that are called upon to delivers state‑of‑the‑art technology services to the men and women protecting our homeland.

At MLT Systems our vision is that we will continually strive to maintain a customer focused reputation noted for an active partnership, anticipating future needs, and providing methodologies and solutions that will allow our Customers to succeed. Our mission is to provide our customers with a highly skilled professional workforce which brings unparalleled Acquisition, Life Cycle Logistics, and Engineering solutions that result in extraordinary customer service.

Notice to Applicants: If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with MLT Systems through its on‑line applicant system, please contact us at 540.318.6383. MLT Systems is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender national origin, disability status, sexual orientation and gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.