System Engineer, Senior (PMA-262)

Am Pierce & Associates • Patuxent River, MD

280d • $150,000 - $200,000

About The Position

We are looking for a candidate who will be performing the role of a System Engineer - Senior, supporting PMA-262, the Persistent Maritime Unmanned Aircraft Systems Program Office. The position involves performing systems engineering duties in architecting, designing, integrating and testing aircraft and weapons systems. Conduct basic and applied research to evaluate adaptability of computer software and hardware to aircraft and ground station design and manufacture. Recommend improvements in testing equipment and techniques. Performs the role of System Architect. Coordinates technical input from NAVAIR subject matter experts to form technical recommendations to program engineering and program management. Responsible for overseeing the efforts of less senior staff assigned to a specific job/project. Ensure project procedures and controls are followed, manage manning and staffing project efforts and lead problem resolution efforts. Interfaces with system or program Contractors, vendors and Government representatives regarding the technical aspects of programs/projects.

Requirements

• Active DoD Secret Clearance, required.
• Bachelor of Arts or Science degree in related discipline.
• At least ten (10) years of experience in the Systems Engineering supporting DoD aircraft systems, DoD weapons systems, DoD systems or DoD support systems, consisting of the design, development, integration and system testing of computer hardware, computer software, and navigation, sensor and communication subsystems.

Responsibilities

• Perform systems engineering duties in architecting, designing, integrating and testing aircraft and weapons systems.
• Conduct basic and applied research to evaluate adaptability of computer software and hardware to aircraft and ground station design and manufacture.
• Recommend improvements in testing equipment and techniques.
• Perform the role of System Architect.
• Coordinate technical input from NAVAIR subject matter experts to form technical recommendations to program engineering and program management.
• Oversee the efforts of less senior staff assigned to a specific job/project.
• Ensure project procedures and controls are followed.
• Manage manning and staffing project efforts.
• Lead problem resolution efforts.
• Interface with system or program Contractors, vendors and Government representatives regarding the technical aspects of programs/projects.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life and Accidental Death & Disability Coverage
• Traditional 401(k) and ROTH 401(k) Retirement Plans
• Discretionary Profit-Sharing Program
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Incentive Programs, Awards and Recognition
• Employee Assistance Program
• Will Preparation
• Identity Theft Protection & Legal Support
• Referral Program
• Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Coverage
• Pet Insurance
• Norton Life Lock
• HSA and FSA plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree