Senior Systems Engineer

Concepts and Requirements Analysis:

Engineering Process Support:

Technical Reviews and Documentation:

Technical Skills:

• Prepare and review system and subsystem technical documentation, requirements, and engineering analyses for E‐3/E‐7 AWACS platforms.
• Develop and recommend system characteristics, interface definitions, and technical approaches aligned with DoD and Air Force engineering and cybersecurity policies.
• Support modeling and simulation activities, including Analysis of Alternatives (AoA), Systems Engineering Plans (SEP), and architecture documentation for planned and existing systems.
• Produce technical presentations, engineering reports, and corrective‐action documentation applying established engineering economy principles.
• Conduct system capability evaluations, performance analyses, and subsystem studies to inform government decision‐making.
• Utilize Microsoft Office, SharePoint, and Agile collaboration tools to manage engineering data, documentation, and workflow.
• Review requirements for compliance with system, cybersecurity, and Air Force policy deliverables, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

Interpersonal Skills

Education/Training:

Experience:

• 12+ years of general experience
• 5+ years working in the DoD sector
• Prepare and review system and subsystem technical documentation, requirements, and engineering analyses for E‐3/E‐7 AWACS platforms.
• Develop and recommend system characteristics, interface definitions, and technical approaches aligned with DoD and Air Force engineering and cybersecurity policies.
• Support modeling and simulation activities, including Analysis of Alternatives (AoA), Systems Engineering Plans (SEP), and architecture documentation for planned and existing systems.
• Produce technical presentations, engineering reports, and corrective‐action documentation applying established engineering economy principles.
• Conduct system capability evaluations, performance analyses, and subsystem studies to inform government decision‐making.
• Utilize Microsoft Office, SharePoint, and Agile collaboration tools to manage engineering data, documentation, and workflow.
• Review requirements for compliance with system, cybersecurity, and Air Force policy deliverables, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Interpersonal Skills
• Collaborate effectively with government personnel, military members, and multiple major defense contractors supporting AWACS modernization.
• Communicate complex technical concepts clearly in briefings, presentations, and stakeholder discussions.
• Demonstrate strong teamwork skills when coordinating with the E‐7 engineering team on modeling, simulation, and requirements development.
• Apply sound judgment and problem‐solving skills when evaluating system issues and recommending corrective actions.
• Manage time effectively, balancing documentation, requirements analysis, and engineering support tasks across geographically distributed teams.
• Engage constructively with diverse stakeholders, fostering productive communication across technical, programmatic, and contractor groups
• Other duties as assigned
• This position requires 20% travel.
• Bachelor’s Degree required
• Must be a US citizen
• Must have an active Secret clearance
• Able to occasionally reach with hands and arms
• Prolonged periods of computer screen use, while sitting or standing at a desk
• Adhere to safety protocols when in work areas requiring use of PPE (e.g. eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, steel toed shoes, etc.)
• Able to safely lift and carry up to 20 pounds at a time

Security:

Physical Requirements:

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources
• Salary:
• The projected salary range for this position is $96,000-$113,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation, rather actual salary will be based on experience, qualifications, and applicable certifications or degrees held. Offered salary may fall outside of this range.