Systems Engineer

Systems Planning & Analysis; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) is seeking a senior systems engineer to support Navy portfolios, with a focus on radar development and integration. The role requires extensive DoD systems engineering experience and an active DoD Secret clearance.

Hybrid work arrangement is available in the Washington, DC area, with primary duties performed on-site when required. Candidates should have 15+ years of relevant DoD experience and a strong track record delivering complex programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM.
• 15+ years of DoD systems engineering experience.
• Active DoD Secret clearance or ability to maintain it.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support major technical reviews and acquisition documentation.
• Ensure proper resources and priorities to meet program milestones.
• Develop and maintain systems engineering documentation and analyses.

Skills

Systems engineering

Radar/combat systems integration

DoD processes/compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Master's Degree

Job description

Overview

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter . Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. Objective. Responsive. Trusted. Comprising more than 130 personnel, the Integrated Warfare Systems Group (IWSG) delivers expertise across program and project management, acquisition and contracting, systems and digital engineering, software development, test and evaluation, sustainment and life‑cycle management, cybersecurity, international/Foreign Military Sales, strategic communications, and IT services. These capabilities support more than 100 Above Water Sensor, Undersea, and Combat System programs and projects within the Navy’s Portfolio Acquisition Executive for Mission Systems, Maritime and Munitions, as well as clients at Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division, Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division, and the Office of Naval Research. #FC #Dice

Responsibilities

We are seeking a full time systems engineer to support a fast-paced program within the Navy’s Portfolio Acquisition Executive for Mission Systems.

Candidate will support a variety of tasks including: support and completion of major technical reviews; producing required acquisition documentation; meeting critical program milestone deadlines; managing program needs and external requirements, and ensuring the right resources are provided to the right priorities at the right time.

Day To Day Role

You can expect to work on a variety of radar development and integration documents and tasks.

• Lead and act on behalf of the program's Working Group Leads ensuring the appropriate Systems Engineering processes and discipline is applied across the program.
• Support technical interchanges and working groups by providing technical expertise in the areas of radar and/or combat systems integration.
• Conduct technical studies and develop systems engineering documentation as directed by program leadership.

A hybrid work environment is acceptable, however candidate must have the ability to work primarily from 20 M St SE DC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM
• 15+ years of experience in DoD systems engineering
• Proven experience with Navy’s surface radar, Electronic Warfare, and/or combat systems design and certification processes
• DoD Secret clearance and the ability to maintain it throughout employment

Desired Qualifications

• Masters Degree
• Experienced Electronics Technician or Experience with Electromagnetic Spectrum

Pay Range Information

At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Washington, DC, Pay Transparency Salary range: USD $130,000.00/Yr. - USD $180,000.00/Yr.