Systems Engineer

SOUTHEASTERN COMP CONSULTANTS INC•Dahlgren, VA

About The Position

SCCI is seeking a skilled Intermediate Systems Certification Engineer to join our team! In this position, you will provide technical expertise and engineering development support for a Combat Systems Engineering contract. This position is in support of future work expected in 2027. This position is located in Dahlgren, VA and may require occasional travel. SCCI offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability benefits, 401k with Company Match, time off consisting of 2 weeks of paid vacation, 48 hours of sick/personal leave, and 11 paid Holidays.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. Citizen and have an active Secret Security Clearance
A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, or technical discipline; Or four (4) years of demonstrated and established knowledge base and subject matter expertise relevant to specific technical disciplines of the SOW
Seven (7) years experience in Combat System Certification, with emphasis in one or more of the following: Ships Self Defense System Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) class AEGIS Integrated Combat Systems DDG-1000 Zumwalt class destroyer Aegis Ballistic Missile Defense Combat system element certifications
Demonstrated knowledge of current certification policies (NWSCP 9410.2B, PEOIWSINST 4730.1B and PEOIWSINST 4732.1A), Navy system engineering policy (Technical Review Manual) and other industry best practices (i.e. IEEE 1012 and IEEE 12207)
Demonstrated experience in generating certification plans aligned with program milestones, identifying, collecting, and assessing OQE in support of generating certification assessments, planning, and coordinating MRAs/CSCPs including wall walks, dry-runs and presentation to panel membership, drafting authorization and certification letters for the CS Certification Official and/or Certification Authority for distribution to the Fleet
Significant knowledge and experience with engineering and certification policies to define appropriate level of tailoring in support of emergent efforts, critical experiments and in support of new development technologies
Experience with utilizing MBSE from certification planning to decision milestones (SWIRs, IPRs, MRAs, CSCPs) to include dissemination of OQE using web-based technology and ensuring complete records management including Action Items, Statements of Findings (if applicable) and preservation of meeting material and OQE
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Effective communication skills, both written and verbal

Responsibilities

Identify, collect and assess OQE in support of generating certification assessments
Plan and coordinate MRAs/CSCPs including wall-walks, dry runs and presentation to panel membership
Draft authorization and certification letters
Define appropriate level of tailoring in support of emergent efforts, critical experiments and in support of new development technologies