Systems Engineer

Alexandria Insights, Inc.; Stafford (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Alexandria Insights is seeking a Systems Engineer to support acquisition programs in Stafford, VA. This on-site role involves assisting program managers, developing technical documentation, reviewing architectures, and participating in SETR processes and RAM/FRACAS analyses. DoD SECRET clearance is required.

The position offers a salary range of $65,000 to $130,000 per year and opportunities to work within a SDVOSB environment recognized for top workplaces in the DC metro area.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or related technical field.
• Mid–Level requires 5–9 years; Senior–Level 10+ years with possible degree substitutions.
• Experience with SETR events and related documentation is required.
• DoD SECRET clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Support Assistant Program Managers, Team Leads, and Systems Engineers.
• Develop and revise acquisition documentation and reports.
• Evaluate Prime Contractor deliverables and architectures; assist with ECPs and specifications.
• Participate in SETRs, IPTs, and RAM/FRACAS analyses; perform testing planning.

Skills

DoD clearance

Systems engineering

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or technical field

Job description

Systems Engineer – Stafford, VA

THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION

Seeking Systems Engineers at different experience levels, with a strong technical background supporting acquisition programs, to support customer in Stafford, VA. Duties include:

• Provide direct support to Assistant Program Managers for Systems Engineering and Test and Evaluation, Team Leads, Project Officers, Systems Engineers, and Test Specialists
• Develop and revise appropriate level acquisition engineering documentation.
• Develop reports, briefs, and documentation related to programs in the portfolio.
• Conduct technical assessment and evaluation of Prime Contractor deliverables, architectures, and Engineering Change Proposals
• Assist with the development of technical specifications.
• Develop Technical Review Action Plans and participate in all aspects of Systems Engineering Technical Reviews (SETR) process.
• Participate in Systems Engineering IPTs.
• Perform advanced technical work concerned with the design, evaluation, planning, testing, integration/interoperability, operation, and maintenance of systems/subsystems/components and equipment.
• Perform RAM, FRACAS, and TIR Analyses, reviewing ECPs identifying and documenting program’s functional, allocated, and product baselines.
• Provide technical support regarding integration/interoperability, cyber security, Marine Corps Enterprise Architecture, Concept of Operations, Navy/Marine Corps Afloat Integration, Joint Interoperability, and associated systems, hardware, software, and equipment.
• Manage development of Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP), assist with development of test strategies, procedures, and plans.
• Assist in the planning, execution, and reporting of test events and operational evaluations.
• Assist with the development of cybersecurity and architecture products performing engineering modeling and testing events, analyzing results, ensuring security boundaries are maintained during integration efforts.
• Monitor IA vulnerability alerts and ensure appropriate security actions are taken.
• Ability to provide cross-functional support to address obsolescence and DMSMS issues.
• Travel and perform other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or other technical/scientific discipline; years relevant experience commensurate with required level:
  • Mid – Level: 5 to 9 years of relevant experience; +5 additional years combination of education, professional training, or relevant work experience may be substituted in lieu of degree. Equivalent to practitioner tier DAWIA in ETM or T&E functional areas
  • Senior – Level: 10+ years of relevant experience; +5 additional years combination of education, professional training, or relevant work experience may be substituted in lieu of degree. Equivalent to practitioner tier DAWIA in ETM or T&E functional areas
• Experience with SETR events and related documentation are required.
• Expertise/experience performing complex engineering concerning the design, evaluation, planning, testing, and operation of systems /subsystems/equipment is required.
• Expertise/experience with requirements traceability and decomposition into specifications and test plans, developing acquisition systems engineering/documentation and providing input to other competency area documents is required.
• Expertise/experience performing RAM, FRACAS, and TIR Analyses, reviewing ECPs identifying and documenting program’s functional, allocated, and product baselines is required.
• Experience developing cybersecurity and architecture products performing engineering modeling and testing events, analyzing results, ensuring security boundaries are maintained during integration efforts is required.
• Experience with integration/interoperability, Marine Corps Enterprise Architecture, Concept of Operations, Navy/Marine Corps Afloat Integration, Joint Interoperability, and associated systems, hardware, software, and equipment are required.
• Experience with MCSC policies, processes, and environments and in developing acquisition documentation to support programs in achieving required milestones/events are required.
• Prior exp using and/or providing support for multiple systems in various phases of the acquisition cycle including C2, Network, Amphibious Assault, and Mobile Tactical Shelter/Mobile Command Vehicle systems is desired.
• Ability to work independently and as part of an integrated team of Government and non-Government stakeholders is required.
• Excellent MS Office skills are required.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, "go-getter" attitude, and a passion for the Marine Corps mission are required.
• Strong oral/written communication skills, and analytical capabilities are required.
• DoD SECRET clearance is required.

Salary Range - $65,000 to $130,000

Join a Top Workplace!

Alexandria Insights, a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), was recently named one of The Washington Post’s Top 250 Workplaces in the Washington, D.C. Metro area—ranking #3 out of 98 in the midsize company category!

Alexandria Insights is an EEO/AA/Disability/Veterans Employer.
We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, marital status, veteran status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other legally protected status. We also provide reasonable accommodations for individuals who are unable to use the online system due to a disability.