Systems Engineer

Benefits
DCCA is a veteran-owned IT business specializing in providing innovative solutions to a variety of government agencies and commercial enterprises since 1982. DCCA is proud to offer career growth opportunities and a competitive compensation and benefits package. Visit our website at: www.dcca.com.

About the Role

DCCA has been providing a broad range of IT services to government agencies and commercial enterprises for over 40 years, helping them feel confident in their IT infrastructure. Internally, DCCA prides itself on a culture built on integrity and inclusivity, allowing its employees to build lasting skills and relationships. As a veteran-owned business, DCCA recruits employees with a wide range of backgrounds, fostering a diverse array of perspectives.

Responsibilities

• Support the operation and maintenance of ground segment system engineering architecture/design
• Analyze and implement key interface control documents by tracing to ground requirements and design
• Serve as a subject matter expert for trade studies, performance analyses, risk and opportunity assessments
• Oversee and guide the management of ground segment capabilities/requirements – allocation, verification, and validation
• Support ground segment software development and cyber security initiatives
• Establish verification attributes for requirements/capabilities (Verification Test method, level, approach, success criteria, and Test Requirements)
• Develop use cases and trace artifacts to architecture constructs
• Lead and mentor technical teams to define, direct implementation, and operate complex ground systems
• Collaborate with internal Ground segment team and external customers to maintain a positive and productive work environment

Requirements

• Associate Engineer (CT7): Entry-level to experienced, typically with an advanced degree and 0 years experience or bachelors degree and 0-2+ years experience or equivalent
• Engineer 1 (CT8): Career level typically with an advanced degree and 3+ years experience or bachelors with 5+ years experience or equivalent
• Senior Engineer (CT9): Emerging authority typically with an advanced degree and 7+ years experience or bachelors with 9+ years experience or equivalent; applies extensive expertise
• Principal Engineer (CT10): Expert, authority in discipline typically with an advanced degree and 12+ years experience or bachelors with 14+ years experience or equivalent
• Engineer Consultant (CT11): Senior consultant to top management typically with an advanced degree and 18+ years experience or bachelors with 20+ years experience or equivalent

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI w/Poly clearance

Skills

• System Engineering
• Ground Segment System Engineering
• Interface Control Documents
• Trade Studies
• Performance Analyses
• Risk and Opportunity Assessments
• Verification Attributes
• Use Case Development
• Trace Artifacts to Architecture Constructs
• Leadership and Mentorship
• Collaboration
• Complex Ground Systems
• Software Development
• Cyber Security Initiatives

Pay

The proposed salary range for this position in Maryland is $75,000 to $260,000. Final salary will be determined based on various factors.

Schedule

N/A

Benefits

• Healthcare
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Disability and Life Insurance Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid and Unpaid Leave Programs
• Education Assistance
• Wellness Initiatives

At DCCA, we believe the key to providing our clients with unrivaled services starts with retaining top talent, something we’re able to do through our consistent commitment to building culture and comprehensive benefits. Competitive Compensation: While salary at DCCA is determined by various factors, we are committed to making sure our salaries reflect the skill and expertise of our employees. In addition, each year we perform an annual salary review ensuring pay is equitable across both the company and industry at large. Growth Opportunities: DCCA makes it a priority to help you grow and support your career advancement. From upskilling programs to recertification support, to professional development opportunities, we’re here to help you grow your career and create lasting relationships. Emphasis on Inclusivity: DCCA’s culture emphasizes respect, equity, and opportunity and is supported by an array of business resource groups and other opportunities for connection. Empowering Health: DCCA’s benefits which encompass healthcare, paid time off, and flexible 401(k) options encourage you to live a healthy and fulfilling life, both in and outside of work. Learn more about our total benefits package on our website.

Mission

From the defense industry to health IT management, DCCA allows you to work on innovative projects whose outcomes improve people's lives and solve today’s IT problems.

Equal Opportunity Employer

including Disability/Vets