Senior Systems Engineer (clearance required)

Ultra Intelligence & Communications•Tampa, FL

16h•Onsite

About The Position

Ultra ProLogic is expanding its encryption business and seeking a Systems Engineer to help architect, implement, and certify high-assurance cryptographic systems used by the U.S. Department of Defense, NATO, and allied partners. You will work on security-critical systems that must meet NSA High Assurance (HA) certification requirements, contributing directly to cryptographic information assurance architectures, certification artifacts, and fielded systems protecting real-world tactical and strategic networks. This role offers rare and meaningful work for individuals motivated by deep technical challenges, such as secure embedded design and building systems that withstand formal certification scrutiny.

Requirements

Active U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance (U.S. citizenship required)
Bachelor of Science (or greater) Degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university
8+ years experience in related field with proven track record of success working in multi-disciplined team
Demonstrated success in full lifecycle product development in both waterfall and agile methodologies and configuration management of produced artifacts
Understanding of the DoD Acquisition Process for Engineering & Manufacturing Development
Proficiency with all Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel, Power Point, Visio
Demonstrated experience with Enterprise Requirements Management Tools (e.g., DOORS, Visure)
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong writing and document development skills
Ability to interact with customers and contract representatives
Positive attitude, strong work ethic and ability to lead complex tasks.

Nice To Haves

10+ years of embedded or firmware development experience
Top Secret Clearance
8+ years experience in related field with proven track record of success working in multi-disciplined team
Model Based Digital Engineering Experience (e.g., SysML)
Experience in Cryptographic Product Development
Background in DoD Communications Security and/or use in the field: Key Management Infrastructure (KMI) knowledge
Electronic Key Management System (EKMS) knowledge
Knowledgeable on EKMS Tier 2 Applications
Knowledgeable on Tier 3 Electronic Key Fill Devices
COMSEC Trained/Briefed
NSA High Assurance Certification Experience
FIPS 140-3 Experience

Responsibilities

Perform System Requirements Analysis to satisfy stakeholder requirements, and support multi-disciplined team (software/firmware/hardware) in developing implementation requirements
Perform System Architecture and Design Synthesis from Requirements Analysis artifacts
Support program milestone design reviews (e.g. System Design Review (SDR), Preliminary Design Review (PDR), Critical Design Review (CDR), Test Readiness Review (TRR), etc;) to include creation of presentation materials, attendance and presentation
Conduct/Support verification and validation to include systems and security testing.
Creation and delivery of Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) to include, but not limited to: System/Subsystem Specification (SSS), Software/Hardware Requirements Specification (SHRS), Interface Requirements Specification (IRS), Interface Design Document (IDD), Interface Control Document (ICD), Key and Certificate Management Architecture/Plan (KCMA/KCMP), Security Evaluation Document (SED), System Test Plans, Security Verification Plans/Procedures (SVPP), User Manuals, White Papers
Assist PM/PE in creating and maintaining programmatic documentation (e.g., schedules, work packages, status reports) to insure efficient planning and execution
Support PE with overall technical direction, guidance and development on projects
Support proposal development for follow on work and/or new programs
Collaborate with Business Development to develop, communicate and manage strategic plans for business growth based on short-term and long-term goals
Manage deadlines and priorities as well as provide problem-solving skills