Systems Engineering

DCCA; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Retirement plan

Paid disability and life insurance

Education assistance

Wellness initiatives

Job summary

DCCA, a veteran-owned IT services provider in Colorado, seeks a Systems Engineer to support ground segment architecture, design, and operations.

The role requires an active TS/SCI clearance and the ability to lead cross-disciplinary teams across government and commercial projects.

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits accompany the opportunity to grow within a company committed to integrity, inclusivity, and mission-focused engineering.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance is required.
• Experience with ground segment systems is preferred.
• Ability to lead technical teams and communicate with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support operation and maintenance of ground segment system engineering architecture/design.
• Analyze and implement interface control documents traced to requirements and design.
• Support trade studies, performance analyses, risk and opportunity assessments.
• Provide leadership and mentorship of technical teams on complex ground systems.
• Prepare and present to peers, management, and customers.
• Collaborate across internal and external partners to enable mission-focused solutions.

Skills

Systems engineering

Requirements tracing

Trade studies

Leadership / mentorship

Cross-discipline collaboration

Education

Associate Engineer (CT7)

Engineer 1 (CT8)

Senior Engineer (CT9)

Principal Engineer (CT10)

Engineer Consultant (CT11)

Job description

Systems Engineering

DCCA is a veteran-owned IT business specializing in providing innovative solutions to a variety of government agencies and commercial enterprises since 1982. DCCA is proud to offer career growth opportunities and a competitive compensation and benefits package. Visit our website at: www.dcca.com

Candidates MUST have an active TS/SCI Clearance

For over 40 years, DCCA has provided a broad range of IT services to government agencies and commercial enterprises, helping them to feel confident in their IT infrastructure. With DCCA, these organizations can be confident in the flexibility and skill of their IT partners, allowing them to upgrade their technology quickly and efficiently. Better yet, thanks to DCCA's successful track record, clients can rest assured knowing DCCA can tackle any problem with ease, allowing them to focus on the work that matters.

Internally, DCCA prides itself on a culture built on integrity and inclusivity, allowing its employees to build lasting skills and relationships. As a veteran owned business, DCCA knows the importance of recruiting employees with a wide range of backgrounds, allowing for every problem to be approached by a diverse array of perspectives. Join us and be part of a team that has a people first mentality and a dedication to excellence.

Key Tasks

• Support the operation and maintenance of ground segment system engineering architecture/design
• Analyze and implement key interface control documents by tracing to ground requirements and design
• Support trade studies, performance analyses, risk and opportunity assessments
• Oversee and guide the management of ground segment capabilities/requirements - allocation, verification, and validation
• Provide support to ground segment software development and cyber security initiatives
• Analysis and establishment of verification attributes for requirements/capabilities (Verification Test method, level, approach, success criteria, and Test Requirements)
• Use case development, and trace artifacts to architecture constructs
• Provide leadership / mentorship of technical teams to define, direct implementation, and operate complex ground systems
• Provide engineering support across multiple and diverse mission partners by tailoring concepts to meet mission partner needs
• Prepare and give presentations to peers/management/customers
• Work collaboratively in a cross-discipline environment with both the internal Ground segment team and external customers to maintain a positive and productive work environment

Required Education / Certifications

• Associate Engineer (CT7): Entry-level to experienced, but still a learner typically with an advanced degree and 0 years experience or bachelors degree and 0-2+ years experience or equivalent
• Engineer 1 (CT8): Career level typically with an advanced degree and 3+ years experience or bachelors with 5+ years experience or equivalent
• Senior Engineer (CT9): Emerging authority typically with an advanced degree and 7+ years experience or bachelors with 9+ years experience or equivalent; applies extensive expertise
• Principal Engineer (CT10): Expert, authority in discipline typically with an advanced degree and 12+ years experience or bachelors with 14+ years experience or equivalent
• Engineer Consultant (CT11): Senior consultant to top management typically with an advanced degree and 18+ years experience or bachelors with 20+ years experience or equivalent

The proposed salary range for this position in Colorado is 75,000 to 260,000. Final salary will be determined based on various factors. Our comprehensive benefit offerings include healthcare, retirement plan, paid disability and life insurance programs, employee assistance program, paid and unpaid leave programs, education assistance, and wellness initiatives.

At DCCA, we believe the key to providing our clients with unrivaled services starts with retaining top talent, something we're able to do through our consistent commitment to building culture and comprehensive benefits.

Competitive Compensation: While salary at DCCA is determined by various factors, we are committed to making sure our salaries reflect the skill and expertise of our employees. In addition, each year we perform an annual salary review ensuring pay is equitable across both the company and industry at large.

Growth Opportunities: DCCA makes it a priority to help you grow and support your career advancement. From upskilling programs to recertification support, to professional development opportunities, we're here to help you grow your career and create lasting relationships.

Emphasis on Inclusivity: DCCA's culture emphasizes respect, equity, and opportunity and is supported by an array of business resource groups and other opportunities for connection.

Empowering Health: DCCA's benefits which encompass healthcare, paid time off, and flexible 401(k) options encourage you to live a healthy and fulfilling life, both in and outside of work. Learn more about our total benefits package on our Benefits page.

Mission Focused Work: From the defense industry to health IT management, DCCA allows you to work on innovative projects whose outcomes improve people's lives and solve today's IT problems.

Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Vets