Systems Engineer 2

Columbia Technology Partners • Annapolis Junction, MD

2d • $140 - $155

About The Position

Columbia Technology Partners (CTP) is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer 2 to support the analysis, design, integration, testing, deployment, and ongoing operation of complex systems. The role spans user requirements, CONOPS, system architecture, hardware and software integration, technical documentation, and system lifecycle activities. The Systems Engineer will provide technical leadership while working with Government stakeholders, program personnel, and partner organizations to maintain system integrity and deliver effective engineering solutions.

The position contributes across the Systems Engineering lifecycle, from requirements and architecture through integration, testing, deployment, and operations. It involves work across complex hardware and software environments and collaboration with Government stakeholders, program leadership, and partner organizations. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, hold an active security clearance with an appropriate polygraph, and meet the DOD 8570 certification requirement. Employment is contingent on successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph; applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564.

CTP describes its pay as competitive and provides a range of benefits, including medical plans, fully paid vision and dental coverage, a 401(k) company contribution, paid time off and leave options, career-related learning and tuition support, insurance and disability coverage, profit-sharing bonuses, and referral bonuses.

Requirements

• 14 or more years of Systems Engineering experience supporting programs or contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university; five additional years of Systems Engineering experience may substitute for the degree.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Active security clearance with an appropriate polygraph.
• DOD 8570 Certification.
• Successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph is required for employment.
• Applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564.

Nice To Haves

• Experience managing system, functional, and derived requirements, including allocation and traceability.
• Knowledge of DoDAF and Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA).
• Experience with system architecture, interface definition, integration, verification, and validation.
• Experience supporting configuration management, CCBs, design reviews, risk management, and technical baselines.
• Familiarity with Information Assurance, JCIDS documentation, and DoD Certification/Accreditation processes.
• Experience developing Systems Engineering documentation such as SEPs, ICDs, requirements specifications, and test plans.
• Linux experience; Linux learning on the job is expected.

Responsibilities

• Analyze user requirements, CONOPS, and high-level system architectures to develop system requirements and specifications.
• Lead system design and development activities and guide users in defining requirements and evaluating alternative approaches.
• Develop system architecture and design documentation, Systems Engineering Management Plans, and system integration and test plans.
• Provide technical leadership for integrating requirements, design, and technology across hardware and software systems.
• Support requirements management, including derived and functional requirements, allocation, and traceability.
• Participate in system integration, testing, verification, validation, acceptance, and deployment activities.
• Run, maintain, and monitor systems while providing Tier 1 system support.
• Collaborate with partner organizations on system design, integration, testing, acceptance, and deployment.
• Support configuration and change management, including Configuration Control Boards (CCBs), design reviews, program reviews, and test reviews.
• Develop and maintain Systems Engineering documentation, including Systems Engineering Plans, Initial Capabilities Documents, Requirements Specifications, and Interface Control Documents.
• Define and manage system interfaces and maintain interface design information.
• Assess technical risks, system performance, and verification approaches throughout the system lifecycle.
• Support planning and analysis for DoD Certification/Accreditation and Government C&A processes.
• Communicate technical considerations, issues, and conflicts to Government stakeholders and program leadership.

Benefits

• Three medical plans with in-network and out-of-network options.
• Vision and dental coverage paid in full by CTP.
• 401(k) with a 6% company contribution.
• Paid time off and customizable leave plans, including jury duty, bereavement, and military leave.
• Up to $10,000 for approved career-related learning, training, education, and/or tuition.
• Life and AD&D insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage at no cost to the employee.
• End-of-year profit-sharing bonus.
• Tiered referral bonus program, with bonuses ranging from $7,000 to $20,000 if the referral joins the team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior