System Engineer (Secret) - Philadelphia, PA

This position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers.

About the Role

Noblis MSD supports the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWCPD), and their missions to enable research, development, test and evaluation, acquisition, engineering, systems integration, in-service and fleet engineering with cybersecurity, comprehensive logistics, and life-cycle savings. We are seeking Systems Engineers to provide engineering, technical, logistics, and obsolescence support for U.S. Navy ships and vessels related to Hull, Mechanical, and Electrical (HM&E) Propulsion Systems—both in-service and new construction.

This role is based in Philadelphia, PA, with a travel component of about 10-20%. Typical travel locations include Norfolk, VA; San Diego, CA; Mayport, FL; and Seattle, WA. Planned trips are 1-2 weeks in length, though emergent trips may arise and are typically shorter.

Responsibilities

• Provide design support for integration of equipment in an industrial/shipboard environment
• Provide technical input to the design of future Machinery Control Systems (MCS)
• Develop, derive, and refine system and software requirements for future fielded systems
• Troubleshoot complex problems of fielded systems (microprocessor and PLC-based systems)
• Review technical documentation related to fielded and future systems
• Provide test support at Land Based Engineering Site (LBES)
• Provide shipboard software and hardware installation support during modernization availabilities
• Develop test procedures to exercise requirements of fielded and future systems
• Design, develop, test, install, and maintain MCS software and supporting software products
• Identify and document software and system-related problems
• Resolve software problems through debugging, research, and investigation
• Write, review, and maintain technical documentation such as user manuals and product specifications

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline (Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering preferred; others considered based on experience)
• 0–3 years of relevant professional experience (recent graduates with academic, internship, co-op, or other relevant experience are encouraged to apply)
• Active DoD Secret clearance or ability to achieve one (U.S. citizenship required)
• Valid U.S. passport or ability to obtain one upon position acceptance
• Ability to travel 10-20% of the time

Physical Requirements

Employees working in naval industrial environments must meet certain physical requirements to safely perform essential job functions:

• Capability to stand and walk for extended periods on uneven, wet, or slippery surfaces
• Ability to climb vertical ladders, stairs, and steep inclines while carrying tools or equipment
• Work in confined spaces with limited ventilation and restricted movement, including crawling through narrow passageways and working in overhead or below-deck areas
• Sufficient manual dexterity and grip strength to operate hand and power tools, manipulate controls, and handle materials weighing up to fifty pounds regularly (occasional lifting of heavier objects with assistance)
• Physical ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach overhead repeatedly throughout the workday
• Adequate vision to read technical manuals, identify color-coded systems, and detect safety hazards
• Hearing capability to perceive warning signals, alarms, and verbal communications in noisy environments (with or without hearing protection)
• Ability to work in varying environmental conditions, including extreme temperatures, high humidity, direct sunlight, and exposure to weather elements
• Stamina to work extended shifts and maintain balance and coordination on moving vessels
• Capability to respond quickly to emergency situations, including evacuating confined spaces and moving to emergency stations

Reasonable accommodations may be available for qualified individuals with disabilities who can perform the essential functions of the position with or without such accommodations.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures associated with industrial control systems
• Proficiency in reading electrical diagrams
• Proficiency in the use of test tools associated with industrial control systems
• Proficiency in the use of diagnostic tools for industrial control system troubleshooting
• Basic knowledge of network troubleshooting tools
• Basic technical writing ability
• Self-motivated with the ability to complete tasks efficiently
• Ability to communicate effectively within an integrated team environment
• Experience with Rockwell, Siemens, or other PLC systems
• Experience upgrading hardware platforms of Legacy Embedded Systems
• Experience with Versa Module Eurocard (VME) systems
• Knowledge of network protocols such as TCP/IP and UDP
• Experience supporting and troubleshooting networked, IP-based systems

Pay

Salary range: USD $71,800.00 - USD $112,150.00 per year.