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Basic Commerce and Industries, Inc. (BCI) seeks a Senior Systems Engineer / Senior Navy Subject Matter Expert for NSWCDD support. Location: Dahlgren, VA; Fall 2026 start. Telework is minimal with task lead authorization; not remote. Travel is minimal.
U.S. citizens only; security investigation required for access to classified information. Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled. Position requires extensive Navy surface warfare background, advanced writing and speaking skills, and
Basic Commerce and Industries, Inc. (BCI) is seeking to fill full‑time Senior Systems Engineer / Senior Navy Subject Matter Expert (SME) positions in support of the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) Integrated Combat Systems Department (V), Electromagnetic and Sensor Systems Department (B), and other customers within NSWCDD, their tenant organizations and customers. BCI's areas of expertise include Human Systems Integration/Human Factors Engineering, Interoperability, Training, Operational Systems Safety, and Weapon & Combat Systems Engineering. BCI's work force of employees and consultants includes human factors engineers, operational engineers and former naval officers and enlisted subject matter experts.
Job Location: Dahlgren, VA (22448)
Telework: Minimal with Task Lead Authorization; these are not remote positions
Job Start Date: Fall 2026
Shift: Days~ 0800 - 1600
Successful candidates must have a minimum of 20 years US Navy surface warfare experience gained while on active duty senior enlisted or officer, serving on carriers, DDGs, CGs, LCS, large deck or smaller amphibious ships, or land-based test sites, etc., or 15-20 years combination US Navy, civil service, or original equipment manufacturer (OEM) experience. Required specialized experience is required in such programs such as Aegis Combat and Weapon Systems, Aegis Ballistic Missile Defense (ABMD), Ship Self Defense System (SSDS), Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD), NIFC-CA, DDG-1000, Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) or US Coast Guard. Advanced writing and speaking abilities a must. Two (2) years' experience with Microsoft Office Suite applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is required. A formal degree supporting systems engineering, software engineering or significant analysis experience is a plus and could be a requirement for some positions.
Minimal travel may be required.
Applicants must be US citizens.
Applicants will be subjected to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled