Systems Engineer (DHS)

SimIS Inc; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Flex Spending Accounts

401(k) Savings Plan

Tuition Assistance Program

Professional Development

Paid Time Off (PTO)

11 Federal Holidays each year

Job summary

SimIS Inc., located in Suffolk, Virginia, is seeking a Systems Engineer to support the Department of Homeland Security in achieving comprehensive border coverage through advanced surveillance technologies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in systems engineering, experience with surveillance technologies, and a relevant degree. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan among others. Join a veteran-owned company committed to innovative IT solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of systems engineering experience with surveillance and detection technologies.
• CSEP (Certified Systems Engineering Professional) certification preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DHS suitability background check.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive systems engineering trade studies to determine optimal technology mix for 100% border coverage.
• Perform view shed analysis using advanced modeling and simulation to identify coverage gaps and optimize sensor placement.
• Develop system architecture documents and reference architectures integrating tower sensors, mobile systems, tunnel detection, and ground-based sensors.
• Create System Interface Control Documents (ICDs) to ensure interoperability between disparate systems.
• Perform independent verification and validation of vendor claims and system capabilities.
• Document infrastructure requirements including land, power, communications links, and interfaces to Border Patrol operating picture.
• Develop technology roadmaps aligned with CBP strategic objectives.
• Perform comparative analysis of sensor technologies including radar systems, electro-optical/infrared cameras, and ground detection systems.
• Support development of Planned Product Improvement (PPI) framework for major system components.
• Create consolidated technical data repository documenting system capabilities, limitations, and test results.

Skills

Expertise in surveillance technologies (radar, EO/IR, ground sensors, UAS)

Experience with systems integration and interface control documents

Knowledge of modeling and simulation tools for view shed analysis

Understanding of border security operational requirements

Proficiency in system architecture development and documentation

Strong analytical capabilities for trade studies and technical analysis

Excellent technical writing and presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Overview

SimIS Inc., a Veteran Owned Small Business founded in 2007, provides innovative IT solutions and serves the Department of Homeland Security. The DHS CBP Program Management Office Directorate seeks a Systems Engineer to support CBP's mission of achieving 100% border coverage through integrated surveillance technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive systems engineering trade studies to determine optimal technology mix for 100% border coverage.
• Perform view shed analysis using advanced modeling and simulation to identify coverage gaps and optimize sensor placement.
• Develop system architecture documents and reference architectures integrating tower sensors, mobile systems, tunnel detection, and ground-based sensors.
• Create System Interface Control Documents (ICDs) to ensure interoperability between disparate systems.
• Perform independent verification and validation of vendor claims and system capabilities.
• Document infrastructure requirements including land, power, communications links, and interfaces to Border Patrol operating picture.
• Develop technology roadmaps aligned with CBP strategic objectives.
• Perform comparative analysis of sensor technologies including radar systems, electro-optical/infrared cameras, and ground detection systems.
• Support development of Planned Product Improvement (PPI) framework for major system components.
• Create consolidated technical data repository documenting system capabilities, limitations, and test results.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of systems engineering experience with surveillance and detection technologies.
• CSEP (Certified Systems Engineering Professional) certification preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DHS suitability background check.

Technical Skills

• Expertise in surveillance technologies (radar, EO/IR, ground sensors, UAS).
• Experience with systems integration and interface control documents.
• Knowledge of modeling and simulation tools for view shed analysis.
• Understanding of border security operational requirements.
• Proficiency in system architecture development and documentation.
• Strong analytical capabilities for trade studies and technical analysis.
• Excellent technical writing and presentation skills.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Short-Term Disability (at no cost to you) and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Flex Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Professional Development
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 11 Federal Holidays each year

SimIS, Inc. is an EEO / M / F / Disability / VET / Drug Free Employer.