Lead Systems Engineer
About The Position
In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible. Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Lead Systems Engineer to join our team! In this role, the successful candidate will provide direct technical guidance and support to the Next Generation Missile Defense Site Integration Lead.
Requirements
- Active Secret clearance
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or an equivalent technical/scientific discipline specifically related to area of specialty and 10+ years of related professional experience
- Working knowledge of the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Missile Defense System (MDS).
- Demonstrated knowledge of interceptor and/or ground sensor fielding requirements.
- Demonstrated ability to function across organizational boundaries.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate in a fast-paced office environment consisting of Government, Military, Prime Contractors, Support Contractors, and other Subject Matter Experts.
- Understanding of MDS integration plans (current/future sensors, current/future interceptors, current/future network architecture, etc.).
- Demonstrated experience with system engineering and integration processes.
- Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft 365 products (i.e., Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word).
Nice To Haves
- Advanced degree may be preferred at this level
- MS Degree (STEM) with 12+ years supporting missile defense-related or other large, complex Department of War system-of-systems programs.
- Expert level experience with the MDA MDS.
- Expert level experience with interceptor or ground sensor fielding requirements.
- Expert level experience with MDA System Engineering and Integration processes.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET security clearance as needed.
Responsibilities
- Provide engineering (e.g., design, siting, advance planning and studies, site development, etc.) technical guidance to the Integration Office Site Integration Lead.
- Ensure effective coordination/collaboration with the Customer, other external Stakeholders, and NGMD Civil Works (CW) Office through Integrated Product Team (IPT) and Working Group (WG) active participation.
- Collaborate with Electromagnetic Spectrum Management and Air Space managers and Subject Matter Experts.
- Assist the Integration Office Leadership Team with managing technical aspects of all assigned weapon system design and integration activities.
- Coordinate with multiple external agencies, internal stakeholders, and Prime Contractors at the senior/executive level.
- Identify weapon system design, development, integration, test, and fielding gaps and deficiencies and provide sound mitigation options supporting cost, schedule, and performance objectives.
- Actively participate in planned and ad hoc program reviews, design reviews, integration deep-dives, and other technical interchange meetings.
- Develop and present reports and presentations to senior/executive level leadership.
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision
- paid time off
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- 401(k)
- life insurance
- flexible work schedules
- holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
