Systems Engineer 3

Itezz, Inc.; Maryland; On-site; USD 180,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SEP IRA contributions + 10% of gross

Health, dental, and vision plans

PTO and retirement benefits

Job summary

Itezz Inc. seeks a seasoned Systems Engineer to analyze requirements, develop system specifications, and provide technical leadership across complex hardware/software solutions for federal contracts.

You will guide design, architecture, and integration efforts and engage with government stakeholders to ensure mission-critical systems meet high standards. The role requires active TS/SCI with polygraph, SAFe/agile collaboration, and advanced engineering degrees with multiple years of experience.

Qualifications

• TS/SCI with Agency Appropriate Polygraph.
• Scrum Coach-Scrum Certification.
• A High School Diploma or GED plus twelve(12) years of general system engineering experience (any Process Area).
• A Bachelor’s degree in a Qualified Engineering Field or a related discipline from an accredited college or university plus seven(7) years of systems engineering experience.
• A Master’s degree in a Qualified Engineering Field or a related discipline from an accredited college or university plus five (5) years of systems engineering experience.
• A PhD in a Qualified Engineering Field or a related discipline from an accredited college or university plus three (3) years of systems engineering experience.
• Experience in Collaborating w/Product Owner in preparation for SAFe/agile ceremonies, including sprint reviews, Inspect and Adapt, and Program Increment (PI) planning event

Responsibilities

• Provide technical direction for the development, engineering, interfacing, integration, and testing of all components of complex hardware/software systems to include requirements elicitation, analysis and functional allocation, conducting systems requirements reviews, developing concepts of operation and interface standards, developing system architectures, and performing technical/non-technical assessment and management as well as end-to-end flow analysis.
• Develop comprehensive SOA solutions
• Develop operational view, technical standards view, and system and services view for architectures using applicable DoDAF standards
• Conduct and/or approve end-to-end system trade analyses to optimize system operations over its life-cycle through the proper balance of non-functional system performance areas
• Improve standard integration strategies based upon rationale for previous decisions that resulted in improved integration performance
• Fully define interfaces in terms of origination, destination, stimulus, and data characteristics for software; and electrical and mechanical characteristics for hardware
• Use validated models, simulations, and prototyping to mitigate risk and reduce cost of system development
• Develop alternative courses of action, workarounds, and fall-back positions with a recommended course of action for each risk, and monitor and re-evaluate risks at appropriate milestones.
• Maintain knowledge of current and evolving agency, national, and international standards applicable to the system development of interest. Apply and enforce use of suitable standards to ensure consistency and interoperability of developer hardware and software
• Ensure effective, periodic review and control of the evolving configuration of a system, both hardware and software components and associated documentation, during the life of the system
• As a participant within an Analysis of Alternatives (AoA) effort, recommend a preferred solution based on selection criteria adjusted for reasonableness and validity of assumptions, technology limitations, environmental impact, and life-cycle costs
• Develop system design alternatives that consider life cycle cost, reuse, complexity, risk, system expansion, and growth

Skills

SAFe/agile ceremonies collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED + 12 years system engineering experience

Bachelor’s degree in Qualified Engineering Field + 7 years

Master’s degree in Qualified Engineering Field + 5 years

PhD in Qualified Engineering Field + 3 years

Job description

Founded on a commitment to service, Itezz Inc. is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, SBA 8(a) certified small business dedicated to delivering innovative and reliable information technology solutions across the federal government. Rooted in the values of integrity, excellence, and patriotism, the company was built by those who have served — and that spirit of dedication carries into every project and client relationship. Itezz Inc. partners with federal agencies to solve complex technology challenges, drive digital transformation, and ensure mission-critical systems perform at the highest levels. When the mission demands excellence, Itezz Inc. delivers.

Founded on a commitment to service, Itezz Inc. is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, SBA 8(a) certified small business dedicated to delivering innovative and reliable information technology solutions across the federal government. Rooted in the values of integrity, excellence, and patriotism, the company was built by those who have served — and that spirit of dedication carries into every project and client relationship. Itezz Inc. partners with federal agencies to solve complex technology challenges, drive digital transformation, and ensure mission-critical systems perform at the highest levels. When the mission demands excellence, Itezz Inc. delivers.

Description:

Analyzes user’s requirements, concept of operations documents, and high-level system architectures to develop system requirements specifications. Analyzes system requirements and leads design and development activities. Guides users in formulating requirements, advises alternative approaches, and conducts feasibility studies. Provides technical leadership for the integration of requirements, design, and technology. Incorporates new plans, designs and systems into ongoing operations. Develops technical documentation. Develops system Architecture and system design documentation. Guides system development and implementation planning through assessment or preparation of system engineering management plans and system integration and test plans. Interacts with the Government regarding Systems Engineering technical considerations and for associated problems, issues or conflicts. Ultimate responsibility for the technical integrity of work performed and deliverables associated with the Systems Engineering area of responsibility. Communicates with other program personnel, government overseers, and senior executives.

Due to federal contract requirements, United States Citizenship and position appropriate security clearance is required. (e.g. Active TS/SCI security clearance with customer appropriate polygraph).

Capabilities:

• Provide technical direction for the development, engineering, interfacing, integration, and testing of all components of complex hardware/software systems to include requirements elicitation, analysis and functional allocation, conducting systems requirements reviews, developing concepts of operation and interface standards, developing system architectures, and performing technical/non-technical assessment and management as well as end-to-end flow analysis
• Develop comprehensive SOA solutions
• Develop operational view, technical standards view, and system and services view for architectures using applicable DoDAF standards
• Conduct and/or approve end-to-end system trade analyses to optimize system operations over its life-cycle through the proper balance of non-functional system performance areas
• Improve standard integration strategies based upon rationale for previous decisions that resulted in improved integration performance
• Fully define interfaces in terms of origination, destination, stimulus, and data characteristics for software; and electrical and mechanical characteristics for hardware
• Use validated models, simulations, and prototyping to mitigate risk and reduce cost of system development
• Develop alternative courses of action, workarounds, and fall-back positions with a recommended course of action for each risk, and monitor and re-evaluate risks at appropriate milestones.
• Maintain knowledge of current and evolving agency, national, and international standards applicable to the system development of interest. Apply and enforce use of suitable standards to ensure consistency and interoperability of developer hardware and software
• Ensure effective, periodic review and control of the evolving configuration of a system, both hardware and software components and associated documentation, during the life of the system
• As a participant within an Analysis of Alternatives (AoA) effort, recommend a preferred solution based on selection criteria adjusted for reasonableness and validity of assumptions, technology limitations, environmental impact, and life-cycle costs
• Develop system design alternatives that consider life cycle cost, reuse, complexity, risk, system expansion, and growth

Required Qualifications:

• TS/SCI with Agency Appropriate Polygraph
• Scrum Coach-Scrum Certification
• A High School Diploma or GED plus twelve(12) years of general system engineering experience (any Process Area).

OR

• A Bachelor’s degree in a Qualified Engineering Field or a related discipline from an accredited college or university plus seven(7) years of systems engineering experience.

OR

• A Master’s degree in a Qualified Engineering Field or a related discipline from an accredited college or university plus five (5) years of systems engineering experience.

OR

• A PhD in a Qualified Engineering Field or a related discipline from an accredited college or university plus three (3) years of systems engineering experience.

Required Technical Experience

• Experience in Collaborating w/Product Owner in preparation for SAFe/agile ceremonies, including sprint reviews, Inspect and Adapt, and Program Increment (PI) planning event

Salary Range:

$180,000.00 - $190,000.00 (Annually)

Annual Compensation Figures listed for this position serve as a general guideline and are not a guarantee of compensation. Compensation will vary dependent upon factors including but not limited to: Government contract rates; annual hours worked; education; relevant prior work experience, knowledge, skills, and competencies; certifications, and geographic location.

Benefits Package:

Itezz Inc. believes in generously supporting employees as they prepare for retirement. The company automatically contributes an additional 10% of each employee's gross compensation to the company SEP IRA plan, with no requirement for employee matching. All contributions are fully vested from day one, ensuring immediate ownership of retirement funds.

Full-time employees have the option to participate in a variety of voluntary benefit plans including:

• A Choice of CareFirst BlueChoice Medical Plans, some with Health Savings Account (HSA)
• CareFirst Preferred Dental
• CareFirst BlueVision

Itezz Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Itezz Inc. is committed to the principles of affirmative action in all hiring and employment for minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.

Accommodations:

Itezz Inc. is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring process. If you need any accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail] . We are happy to provide reasonable accommodation to ensure equal access to all candidates.