Systems Engineer

CACI International • Fort Belvoir, VA

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About The Position

CACI is seeking a Systems Engineer to support an Army Product Manager (PM) on Ft Belvoir VA. The candidate will provide Systems Engineering support on assigned program(s) with a specific emphasis on system integration of Forward-Looking Infrared Systems onto ground maneuver vehicle platforms. Also, manage the development and incorporation of Engineering Change Proposals into the technical baseline. Active Secret clearance is required to start.

Requirements

• Active SECRET Clearance
• BS Systems Engineering and 5+ years’ relevant experience.
• Have the experience and knowledge to lead engineering efforts on assigned programs and work independently with minimal oversight from the Government Lead.
• Requires a thorough knowledge of the Systems Engineering Management Process and Implementation, as applied to the Department of Army/DOD Acquisition process throughout all life cycle phases; knowledge of DOD policies on Systems Engineering, Integrated Product and Process Development (IPPD) and IPT Management; and ability to coordinate and negotiate design and engineering activities with other related programs and organizations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer-focused approach to service delivery.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Prior experience supporting DOD organizations.

Nice To Haves

• MS Systems Engineering or Systems Management and 15+ years’ relevant experience.
• Prior experience supporting Army programs ACAT III and above.

Responsibilities

• Manage systems engineering activities including requirements analyses, functional analyses, design solutions formulation, systems analysis and control, and generation and maintenance of systems architecture products.
• Apply system engineering principles and procedures to translate quantified needs/requirements into system performance parameters and the identification of system/item configuration.
• Formulate and issue systems engineering documents, processes, procedures and milestones.
• Provide expert advice affecting critical programs and technologies.
• Serve as subject matter expert for all technical aspects of assigned program.
• Perform top level design, development, integration, testing, installation, and troubleshooting.
• Translate military operational and mission requirements into practical system concepts and performance specifications
• Develop and maintain technical documentation such as specifications, engineering drawings, system interface requirements, and engineering changes.
• Participate in contract post-award briefings, program reviews, design reviews, and IPTs as the project engineer and/or technical expert on assigned programs.
• Evaluate design efforts to ensure integration of all the engineering disciplines and adequacy of the analyses performed; provide additional technical expertise as needed.
• Review test plans, procedures, and reports for technical adequacy on assigned programs, for both Government and contractor tests, as well as all failure reports.
• Review and evaluate system performance against specification requirements, monitor and assess field performance, and assess risk of meeting user and specification requirements.
• Initiate engineering change proposals and waivers/deviations as required and conduct physical and functional configuration audits.
• Review program management documents to ensure accuracy and adequacy of technical content.
• Evaluate system engineering principles, procedures and process used on past programs and establish new and innovative engineering strategies.
• Identify issues and brief APM / PM on potential courses of action and their impact.

Benefits

• Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

What This Job Offers

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