Systems Engineer

VPSI; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

VPSI in San Diego, CA, seeks a Systems Engineer to support specification development, assessment criteria development, and SETRs. You will work with government engineers to implement standards within the Human Factor Domain and review acquisition programs.

The role requires DoD NAVWAR policy knowledge, DoD 5000.05 familiarity, and a Secret clearance. Five years of systems engineering experience and a BS in a technical field are required; DAU Acquisition 101 training is preferred.

Qualifications

• BS in a technical field or equivalent experience.
• 5 years of systems engineering experience.
• Knowledge of DoD/NAVWAR policies and DoD 5000.05 guidance.
• Completed DAU Acquisition 101 training.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent assessments at program elements (e.g., reviews, milestone decisions, certification events) and develop RIO assessments.
• Coordinate with government engineers to oversee, maintain, and implement technical standards in the Human Factor Domain.
• Maintain and update technical standards, checklists, guidelines, and instructions per DoD/DON policies.
• Provide SE support with acquisition programs of record and in-depth review of engineering documentation.
• Review how programs plan to ensure human capability is factored into system performance during software acquisition and SE lifecycle.
• Review Manpower, Personnel Training & Education requirements with program requirements.

Skills

Systems engineering

RIO assessments

Technical standards

Acquisition programs

Education

BS in a technical field

Job description

Immediate requirement for Systems Engineer to provide support for standard/specification development, assessment criteria development, and Systems Engineering Technical Reviews (SETR). Support efforts reviewing acquisition programs implementation of Human Factors Domains (Manpower, Personnel, Training, Habitability, Safety & Occupational Health, and Force Protection & Survivability).

Located in San Diego, CA, some remote work may be possible.

Applicants must meet the requirement of U.S. Citizenship and have an active SECRET security clearance.

Primary Skills & Responsibilities:

• Conduct independent assessments at technical program elements (e.g., systems engineering technical reviews, milestone decision reviews, certification events, and independent reviews) and develop Risk, Issue and Opportunity (RIO) assessments.
• Coordinate with government engineers to oversee, maintain, develop, and implement technical standards within the Human Factor Domain.
• Maintain and update Technical Standards, checklists, guidelines, and instructions based on new DoD/DON/industry policies and instructions.
• Provide System Engineering support with acquisition programs of record, including in-depth review of engineering documentation.
• Review how programs plan to ensure human capability is factored into total system performance in the software acquisition process and the systems engineering lifecycle of all NAVWAR systems.
• Review Manpower Personnel Training & Education requirements in conjunction with program requirements.

Education/Certifications/Clearance:

• BS in a Technical degree or relevant experience.
• Five (5) years’ Systems Engineering Experience.
• Knowledgeable in and possess a strong understanding of DoD and NAVWAR relevant policies, technical standards , and guidance such as DoD 5000.05.
• Demonstrated acquisition experience, completed DAU Acquisition 101.

Requires an active Secret Clearance

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