Systems Engineer, Senior

Intrepid Solutions and Services•Ashburn, VA

2d•$150,000 - $200,000•Onsite

About The Position

CIS Secure will be leading a multi-year program in partnership with an industry Integrator to deliver a next-generation secure communication system for aircraft operations. Based in Ashburn, VA, this initiative will produce a ruggedized, military-grade VOIP solution that enables secure voice and data communication across multiple classified domains. The program spans the full engineering lifecycle, from requirements analysis and preliminary design through prototyping, integration, and verification testing, executed under AS6500, AS9100, and CMMI standards. The Senior Systems Engineer will serve as a technical lead on the architecture design and implementation of this product. This effort offers an opportunity to help shape a program from the ground up and build a technical framework that will define long-term success. At CIS Secure, you’ll be part of a mission-driven team that designs and delivers cutting-edge, secure communications products for government and commercial clients. We offer a collaborative work environment, competitive benefits, and the opportunity to make a real impact in national security and secure tech innovation. Come join one of Washington's Best Places 2022 to work and do good work for a great purpose! About CIS Secure Computing, Inc. CIS Secure Computing, Inc. is a company that specializes in custom solutions of secure communications equipment. Our primary customers include organizations within the defense, intelligence, law enforcement, and homeland security communities whose missions depend heavily on their ability to communicate and exchange information in a secure manner and to operate in challenging physical environments. CIS Secure Computing, Inc. serves the secure communications market as a leading provider of communications and computing solutions for government and commercial customers. CIS designs and manufactures a wide range of products, which include secure telephones (under the TSG protocol), secure computers, encrypted tactical communication systems, secure tele- and video-conferencing systems, and a variety of specialty systems used in secure networks.

Requirements

All candidates must be a US Citizen or permanent resident at the the time of application.
All candidates must be clearable, an active and current DoD Secret clearance is highly preferred.
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering or related discipline; or an equivalent combination of education, certifications and related work experience.
15+ years of experience in the Aerospace and Defense Industry designing military hardened IT systems
Familiarity with the following standards: USAF Airworthiness Risk Assessment and Acceptance Bulletin (AWB-150B) MIL-HDBK-516C, Airworthiness Certification Criteria MIL-HDBK-217Plus, Reliability Prediction of Electronic Equipment (217Plus) MIL-HDBK-814, Guidelines for Implementing Environmental Protection Measures MIL-HDBK-344, Environmental Stress Screening Guidelines Telcordia SR-332, Reliability Prediction Procedure for Electronic Equipment MIL-HDBK-817, Design, Testing, and Application of Explosive Devices MIL-STD-1766C, Nuclear Weapon Design Safety Criteria MIL-STD-1686C, Electrostatic Discharge Control Program for Protection MIL-STD-1686, Change 2, Parts Management MIL-STD-3100B, Military Standard: Technical Data Package MIL-STD-129R, Military Marking for Shipment and Storage MIL-STD-1366E, Transportability Criteria MIL-STD-882E, System Safety MIL-PRF-32216B, Evaluation of COTS Manuals and Preparation of Supplemental Data

Nice To Haves

Masters in Computer Engineering or related discipline, highly preferred.
20+ years of experience in the Aerospace and Defense Industry designing military hardened IT systems.

Responsibilities

Derive requirements from Statement of Work down to individual Configuration Items (CI).
Track requirements in Rational DOORs or equivalent
Work with technical lead to develop an architecture that meets the customer specification.
Generate various technical documentation and reports per Mil-Standards and Data Item Descriptions
Perform various analysis for system performance and testing.
Provide oversight of system implementation, integration, and testing
This position anticipates on-site work with regular hours, Monday-Friday.
Occasional telework may be considered and will be discussed as a part of the interview process.
Primary work location will be the CIS Secure headquarters located in Ashburn, VA.
Minimal local travel is anticipated for this position.

Benefits

401(k) with company matching
Dental insurance
Medical insurance (Four plan options)
Health Savings Account option (with company contribution)
Flexible Spending Account
Vision Insurance
Life and Disability Insurance
Ancillary offerings (Hospital Indemnity, Accident, Critical Illness, Pet Insurance)
Paid Time Off
Holiday pay