Systems Engineer I

TSC•Silver Spring, MD

13d•$83,000 - $108,000•Onsite

About The Position

FALCATA is hiring an entry-level Systems Engineer I to support development, testing, and assessment of Navy sensors and combat systems in Silver Spring, Maryland. The role focuses on developing and using models and simulations of Navy Anti-Air Warfare (AAW) and Ballistic Missile Defense (BMD) systems in a software model-based environment. Work also includes systems engineering for radar, communications, and weapons systems, along with analysis of data from fielded hardware and software systems. The engineer will join a team of junior and senior systems engineers and computer scientists supporting critical U.S. Navy functions. The role involves frequent interaction with U.S. Government customers and other radar and modeling and simulation engineers, and includes both technical and operational tasks. FALCATA describes its environment as stable and flexible, with work involving defense technology and opportunities for career development. Applicants should attach an unofficial transcript with their resume. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a comprehensive background check, security investigation, and drug screening. The position requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD clearance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or a comparable technical degree well-grounded in physics and mathematics.
Minimum GPA of 3.3.
Strong written and oral communication skills for daily work and presentations.
Willingness to work on a blend of technical and operational tasks.
Interest in the Navy’s AEGIS Combat System and defense technology.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD clearance.
U.S. citizenship required.

Nice To Haves

Interest in combat system design evaluation and testing.
Willingness to learn technical details of radar systems.
Signal processing and/or track filtering experience.
Skill in C++ or Java.
Comfort working in Windows and Linux environments.

Responsibilities

Set up and execute simulations, analyze data, and present results.
Develop, enhance, and correct errors in models.
Interact regularly and frequently with U.S. Government customers while performing technical and operational tasks.
Prepare documentation and presentations for technical, operational, and managerial audiences.
Work with TSC radar system and modeling and simulation engineers.
Execute assigned tasks individually and as part of a team.
Analyze data from fielded systems, including hardware and software.