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Systems Engineer
AI Summary
Leads and supports systems engineering for complex, mission-critical technology systems, covering requirements analysis, architecture, integration and modernization, and supervising other engineers. Requires a polygraph.
About this role
We're looking for an amazingly talented Computer and Information Research Scientist to join our team! In this role, you will support the design, development, integration, operation, and maintenance of complex technology systems while applying advanced expertise to solve unusually challenging technical problems.
What You'll Be Doing
• Working on unusually complex technical problems and architecting highly innovative system‑level solutions.
• Applying extensive systems engineering experience to analyze and assess system requirements, processes, interfaces, and methodologies to ensure total system integration and mission performance.
• Contributing to—and potentially leading—small engineering teams in planning, designing, and implementing large‑scale technical programs while interfacing with senior management and technical leadership.
• Supporting long‑range strategic systems planning under consultative direction.
• Applying advanced engineering principles, theories, and concepts to determine and pursue courses of action needed to achieve desired technical outcomes.
• Performing additional responsibilities as required in support of enterprise engineering, modernization, and integration efforts.
Requirements
What Required Skills You'll Bring
• Advanced knowledge in the systems engineering discipline; recognized as a subject matter expert.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to clearly present technical concepts.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in team environments and perform in a lead engineering capacity.
• Ability to plan, assign, and supervise the work of other engineers.
• Knowledge of system architecture design, requirements analysis, modeling tools, and capability development.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on system quality and mission success.
Education & Experience Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical/scientific discipline.
Polygraph Required
• Advanced degree may be preferred.
• 2+ years of related professional systems engineering experience.
What Desired Skills You'll Bring
• Experience identifying new system capabilities, technical enhancements, and concept demonstrators for emerging mission needs.
• Experience supporting system integration, modernization, and lifecycle engineering in enterprise or mission‑critical environments.
• Ability to interface with senior technical leadership and provide expert guidance aligned with a senior‑level engineering role.
Skills
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