System Engineer, Level 4

Independent Software•Columbia, MD

About The Position

At Independent Software, as a System Engineer Level 4, you will apply systems engineering principles throughout all phases of the system life cycle, including concept, development, production, utilization, support, and retirement. You will provide senior-level technical leadership, evaluate complex engineering challenges, and ensure the technical integrity, quality, and completeness of engineering activities and deliverables. You will work closely with technical teams, customer representatives, program personnel, and senior stakeholders to resolve complex engineering issues and develop solutions supporting mission requirements.

Requirements

Extensive experience applying systems engineering principles across the system life cycle
Experience analyzing complex technical designs, alternatives, and engineering solutions
Knowledge of systems engineering standards and processes, including ISO/IEC 15288
Experience developing and evaluating engineering requirements, processes, and technical solutions
Ability to independently resolve complex systems engineering issues
Experience leading or coordinating engineering activities and technical personnel
Ability to communicate complex technical information to technical teams, customers, and senior stakeholders
Strong analytical, problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills
Must possess an active TS SCI with appropriate Polygraph

Responsibilities

Perform systems engineering activities throughout the system life cycle
Analyze technical alternatives and recommend solutions for complex engineering challenges
Develop and deliver systems engineering work products aligned with ISO/IEC 15288 process areas
Independently analyze technical designs and recommend alternatives
Develop and recommend appropriate engineering standards and processes
Evaluate technologies and determine suitability for implementation
Develop innovative approaches to complex technical and engineering problems
Lead and coordinate systems engineering activities and the work of other engineers or technical personnel
Independently resolve complex engineering issues requiring advanced technologies or methodologies
Plan and support engineering projects involving complex or enterprise-level capabilities
Brief stakeholders and communicate the technical status, risks, and recommendations for assigned projects
Serve as a Subject Matter Expert in one or more systems engineering process areas