Senior Systems Engineer

About the role

Work for a dynamic company specializing in technical support services and engineering solutions. Decision Technologies Inc. has extensive experience supporting NAVSEA including the program offices and warfare centers. We match our capabilities to the needs of our customers. Join an experienced team that provides exceptional support and leadership in our core competencies.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Systems Engineer (ESY4)) to support a large support services contract with the Naval Sea Systems Command.

Position Description

You will provide support to the Program and Deputy Program Manager of a 200 person contractor team that includes subcontractor personnel.

Work location and telework: The government work location is the Washington Navy Yard in Washington, DC. Contractors will be required to work at the Navy Yard and in nearby office locations up to 5 days a week. Teleworking may be possible with the customers’ approval but will need to evolve as the work relationships evolve.

Responsibilities and Duties

A Systems Engineer, also known as lead systems analyst, a network engineer who can also program, or a software engineer who can also manage networks, is an IT professional who oversees the creation of hybrid software, web and hardware products from initial specifications to final rollout and maintenance. These products are often sophisticated systems that run on the web. The systems engineer is responsible for integrating various network operating systems, application programs and hardware devices.

Duties of a systems engineer typically include managing the development cycle associated with producing a resilient software, hardware and web application, including specification, design, coding, testing and maintenance.

Systems engineering is like putting together a puzzle, matching varied pieces together to make one cohesive whole. Systems engineers are concerned with the "big picture" of a project in addition to technical aspects and must consider details like cost, schedules and social issues that may be associated with a project.

Required Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance
• Certification requirements: None
• Education and experience: There are three different ways to be qualified for this position:
• A high school degree, or a GED, and twenty (20) years of relevant Surface Radars, Electronic Warfare, EO/IR, Decoys and/or Laser software system/subsystem design, development, production and/or test experience.
• A bachelor's degree in engineering, scientific, or technical discipline and fifteen (15) years of relevant Surface Radars, Electronic Warfare, EO/IR, Decoys and/or Laser software system/subsystem design, development, production and/or test experience.
• A master's degree in engineering, scientific, or technical discipline and ten (10) years of relevant Surface Radars, Electronic Warfare, EO/IR, Decoys and/or Laser software system/subsystem design, development, production and/or test experience.

Preferred / Desired Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Active Secret Clearance
• Certificates: Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Experience:
• Demonstrated knowledge of Navy/DOD policy and guidance
• System Engineering Technical Reviews
• Technology readiness and technical performance measures
• Combat Systems Integration and requirements decomposition
• Model Based Systems Engineering
• Program Protection
• Risk Management Process

Travel Requirements

• Travel should be infrequent but include occasional trips to support government efforts at East and West Coast naval centric areas like Norfolk, VA and San Diego, CA.

Compensation

Compensation at Decision Technologies, Inc. is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements.

Employee Benefits

• Competitive Paid Time Off
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical, Dependent Care & Commuter)
• Company paid Short Term, Long Term, Life and AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Certifications

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

• About Company ---

About Decision Technologies, Inc.

Decision Technologies was founded to help bridge the gap between Department of Defense and Federal Government acquisition programs and technology to help our customers optimize their decision-making process. Over the years, our areas of expertise have expanded to include Systems Engineering, Program Management, In-Service Engineering, Equipment Repair, Research and Development, Test and Evaluation, and Intelligence and Counterintelligence Support. Our growth and success have positioned us as a premier engineering and intelligence services provider contributing to our nation's defense.

Our company culture cultivates talented problem-solvers on focused on performance with industry-leading teamwork and responsiveness. We have established a reputation for offering superior services and solutions, proven integrity and innovation, employee engagement and development, and customer collaboration.

Bring your expertise and knowledge to our team!