Senior Systems Engineer

Job Duties

• Provide systems engineering support for the development, integration, testing, and sustainment of Marine Corps systems.
• Conduct detailed systems analysis to define system design architecture, specifications, and operational workflows aligned with customer requirements.
• Design, document, and manage technical baselines, ensuring adherence to DoW standards and best practices.
• Develop and execute system test plans, integration procedures, and documentation to verify functional and performance requirements.
• Collaborate with other engineering and technical teams (network engineers, software developers, cybersecurity professionals) to ensure seamless system functionality.
• Troubleshoot and resolve system issues, including failure analyses, and recommend corrective actions to address performance gaps.
• Apply cybersecurity principles to ensure systems align with DoW RMF (Risk Management Framework) requirements, standards, and accreditation processes.
• Support system lifecycle processes, including requirements analysis, risk mitigation, configuration management, and documentation updates.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members, as needed.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders, including government program managers, to ensure deliverables meet mission objectives and timelines.

Qualifications

• Required Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science or Electrical Engineering with five (5) years of relevant experience. Masters and three (3) or more years of work experience.
• Experience: Experience in systems engineering, preferably in a DoW or federal environment.
• Knowledge: Knowledge of networking and communication concepts (TCP/IP, firewalls, routers, switches) relevant to the CDN or Marine Corps Systems.
• Experience: Experience in applying DoW cybersecurity best practices, including Risk Management Framework (RMF) alignment and system accreditation processes.
• Skills: Strong experience with systems design, analysis, integration, and testing in complex operational environments.
• Security Clearance: Secret security clearance required on first day of employment.