Systems Engineer

PEMCCO; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,823 - 121,228; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Other company-sponsored benefits

Job summary

PEMCCO is seeking a Systems Engineer to support the design, development, integration, testing, implementation, and sustainment of government mission systems. You will translate requirements into solutions and help deliver reliable, mission-ready capabilities across the system lifecycle.

The role emphasizes collaboration with engineers, developers, system administrators, and stakeholders to ensure systems meet operational requirements and perform effectively.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline
• Three years of experience in systems engineering or related field
• Knowledge of systems engineering principles and lifecycle processes
• Ability to analyze technical requirements and develop solutions
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and teamwork abilities

Responsibilities

• Support systems engineering activities throughout the system lifecycle
• Analyze user, operational, and system requirements
• Assist in development of system architectures and technical solutions
• Support system integration, testing, verification, and validation
• Evaluate system performance and identify improvement opportunities
• Develop and maintain technical documentation and plans
• Participate in technical reviews and engineering assessments
• Coordinate with engineers, developers, and stakeholders to meet objectives
• Assist in resolving system-level issues
• Support configuration, risk management, and implementation activities
• Ensure compliance with standards and requirements

Skills

Systems engineering

Requirements analysis

System integration

Verification & validation

Documentation

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem solving

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related

Tools

Standard engineering tools

Job description

Pay: $58.67 - $88.00 hourly, depending on experience

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Employee Assistance Program, and other company-sponsored benefits. Security Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance if required.

Are you a systems engineering professional who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, supporting mission-critical systems, and collaborating across multidisciplinary teams?

PEMCCO is seeking a Systems Engineer to support the design, development, integration, testing, implementation, and sustainment of systems supporting government mission requirements. This role is ideal for a motivated engineer who enjoys working across the system lifecycle, translating requirements into solutions, and helping deliver reliable, effective, and mission-ready capabilities.

This opportunity is a strong fit for candidates with experience in systems engineering, systems integration, systems analysis, requirements management, verification and validation, technical documentation, or systems lifecycle support.

About PEMCCO

PEMCCO supports complex technical and operational programs by providing skilled professionals who help customers achieve mission success. We offer opportunities to work on meaningful projects, collaborate with experienced teams, and contribute to innovative solutions that support critical government operations.

Job Overview

As a Systems Engineer, you will apply systems engineering principles to support the analysis, design, integration, testing, and sustainment of systems and system components. You will collaborate with engineers, developers, system administrators, and stakeholders to ensure systems meet operational requirements and perform effectively throughout their lifecycle.

This position offers the opportunity to support complex technical programs while expanding your expertise across systems engineering disciplines and mission-focused technologies.

What You'll Do

• Support systems engineering activities throughout the system lifecycle
• Analyze user, operational, and system requirements
• Assist in the development of system architectures, concepts, and technical solutions
• Support system integration, testing, verification, and validation activities
• Evaluate system performance and identify opportunities for improvement
• Develop and maintain systems engineering documentation, including requirements, specifications, plans, and reports
• Participate in technical reviews, design reviews, and engineering assessments
• Coordinate with engineers, developers, system administrators, and stakeholders to support project objectives
• Assist in identifying and resolving system-level technical issues
• Support configuration management, risk management, and implementation activities
• Ensure systems engineering activities comply with applicable standards, policies, and requirements

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Mathematics, Physical Science, or a related technical discipline
• Three (3) years of experience in systems engineering, systems analysis, systems integration, systems development, or a related technical field
• Knowledge of systems engineering principles and methodologies
• Knowledge of system development and lifecycle management processes
• Knowledge of requirements analysis, system integration, and testing concepts
• Ability to analyze technical requirements and develop effective solutions
• Ability to identify and resolve technical issues
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical personnel
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to prepare and maintain technical documentation
• Proficiency with standard engineering and productivity tools
• Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance if required

Preferred Experience

• Advanced coursework or specialized training in systems engineering or a related technical discipline
• Experience supporting Department of Defense or Federal Government programs
• Experience supporting systems integration and testing efforts
• Experience developing technical documentation and engineering artifactsExperience working in multidisciplinary engineering environments

Why Join PEMCCO?

• Support critical government and customer missions through innovative engineering solutions
• Contribute to the development and sustainment of mission-critical systems
• Collaborate with experienced engineers, technical professionals, and program teams
• Gain exposure to systems engineering, testing, integration, and lifecycle management activities
• Expand your expertise across multiple engineering disciplines and technologies
• Help deliver solutions that improve mission effectiveness and operational readiness
• Build a rewarding career in a collaborative and mission-focused environment

Work Environment

• Professional office and technical work environments
• Work may be performed at company facilities, customer locations, or designated project sites as needed
• Regular use of engineering tools, computer systems, and collaboration platforms
• Frequent interaction with engineers, developers, customers, and stakeholders

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Additional company-sponsored benefits

Equal Opportunity Employer

PEMCCO, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.