Sr EO Sensor Systems Engineer
Alexandria, VA · Information Technology
US Citizens, Security Clearance Eligible only please. RA’s client is a lead sensor system integrator focused on providing advanced sensor technology to address C4ISR mission requirements. RA’s client provides a broad range of technical support across two divisions. Our Technical Services Division provides research, development, analysis and field service support to advance the architecting and fielding of advanced sensor systems for ISR and Force Protection missions. Our System Division provides the engineering design, development of complete and integrated solutions from hardware to software for sensors, systems and command and control architecture.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:RA’s client is seeking a well-qualified candidate with extensive knowledge and strong communication skills to join our team of diverse individuals at our Northern, VA Office. The engineering project lead would support the full system life-cycle design, development, integration, test, and delivery of leading-edge Army Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) solutions within the Ground and Counter-Threat Systems portfolio. A successful candidate has a diverse set of project management and systems engineering skills with experience working with hardware, software, defining, designing, and developing systems for deployed environments. The lead will identify system requirements and works with other engineers and staff to oversee system design, development, integration, and product verification testing at the component and system level. The lead will develop and document system architecture, including relevant user cases, and establishes and maintains processes for configuration management of systems. The hire will interface with host platform PMs and vendors to ensure requirements are met and expected availability and performance levels are achieved. The engineering project lead will recommend future direction or projects to management and delivers technical and program briefs to government and contractor personnel at all levels.
Job Description
Sr / Lead EO-IR Systems Engineer
130-170k, N. Virginia
Description
US Citizens, Security Clearance Eligible only please. RA’s client is a lead sensor system integrator focused on providing advanced sensor technology to address C4ISR mission requirements. RA’s client provides a broad range of technical support across two divisions. Our Technical Services Division provides research, development, analysis and field service support to advance the architecting and fielding of advanced sensor systems for ISR and Force Protection missions. Our System Division provides the engineering design, development of complete and integrated solutions from hardware to software for sensors, systems and command and control architecture.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
RA’s client is seeking a well-qualified candidate with extensive knowledge and strong communication skills to join our team of diverse individuals at our Northern, VA Office. The engineering project lead would support the full system life-cycle design, development, integration, test, and delivery of leading-edge Army Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) solutions within the Ground and Counter-Threat Systems portfolio. A successful candidate has a diverse set of project management and systems engineering skills with experience working with hardware, software, defining, designing, and developing systems for deployed environments. The lead will identify system requirements and works with other engineers and staff to oversee system design, development, integration, and product verification testing at the component and system level. The lead will develop and document system architecture, including relevant user cases, and establishes and maintains processes for configuration management of systems. The hire will interface with host platform PMs and vendors to ensure requirements are met and expected availability and performance levels are achieved. The engineering project lead will recommend future direction or projects to management and delivers technical and program briefs to government and contractor personnel at all levels.
REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum 6-8 years demonstrated strong performance as an Engineer, with optics and spectral imaging/sensor experience in developing, analyzing, defining and documenting sensor system life-cycles and designs.
Minimum 2-4 years of project/program management experience.
Experience developing project Work Breakdown Structures, Statements of Work, and schedules.
Interfaces with all aspects of the team to resolve system engineering issues and actions.
Performs life-cycle systems engineering for EO-IR sensor systems.
Provides system engineering support and advice for system integration on new platforms when required. Evaluates project initiatives, designs, and design changes at the system level for cost/schedule/performance impacts.
Experience with working directly with end users to discover and solidify requirements, and to exchange feedback on implemented and potential functionality.
Demonstrates a working knowledge of optical, electro-mechanical, and software systems and their application in an operational environment.
Provides expertise and direction in the development or modification of new capabilities with a demonstrated ability to independently determine and develop a solution approach.
Ability to convey technical designs, ideas and results to non-technical audiences and provide briefings to high-level government personnel.
Strong understanding and demonstration of the soft skills required in terms of professionalism, conduct and execution in a client-facing role.
DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Master's degree preferred in Systems, Optical, and/or Engineering disciplines
Experience with EO/IR systems is a plus
Experience with proposal writing and Basis of Estimates
Experience with supporting the design, development, and review of systems engineering design artifacts, including Concepts of Operations (CONOPs), requirements analysis, interface design, system design documentation, system performance analysis, and technical writing.
Experience developing / implementing test plans, design documentation, and technical data packages
Previous experience developing and executing a Systems Engineering Plan (SEP)
Broad understanding of Technology Readiness Levels (TRLs)
SECURITY CLEARANCE: Ability to obtain security clearance required; active security clearance a plus.
PRIMARY LOCATION: Northern, VA
SCHEDULE: Full time
RA’s client is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
Qualifications
REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum 6-8 years demonstrated strong performance as an Engineer, with optics and spectral imaging/sensor experience in developing, analyzing, defining and documenting sensor system life-cycles and designs.
Minimum 2-4 years of project/program management experience.
Experience developing project Work Breakdown Structures, Statements of Work, and schedules.
Interfaces with all aspects of the team to resolve system engineering issues and actions.
Performs life-cycle systems engineering for EO-IR sensor systems.
Provides system engineering support and advice for system integration on new platforms when required. Evaluates project initiatives, designs, and design changes at the system level for cost/schedule/performance impacts.
Experience with working directly with end users to discover and solidify requirements, and to exchange feedback on implemented and potential functionality.
Demonstrates a working knowledge of optical, electro-mechanical, and software systems and their application in an operational environment.
Provides expertise and direction in the development or modification of new capabilities with a demonstrated ability to independently determine and develop a solution approach.
Ability to convey technical designs, ideas and results to non-technical audiences and provide briefings to high-level government personnel.
Strong understanding and demonstration of the soft skills required in terms of professionalism, conduct and execution in a client-facing role.