Systems Engineer

SAIC • Largo, MD

39d • Onsite

About The Position

SAIC is seeking a highly motivated Systems Engineer to join our expanding, multi-disciplined team of professionals at our Identity and Data Sciences Laboratory (IDSL) based in Upper Marlboro, MD. The ideal candidate will be instrumental in identifying, testing, and evaluating novel systems and processes that may improve the efficiency, effectiveness, and satisfaction of customer field activities. The IDSL team works with technologies that include biometric and identity acquisition and data processing systems, data capture instrumentation and recording systems, and high throughput screening systems. The IDSL team operates the internationally recognized Maryland Test Facility (MdTF) to carry out both large- and small-scale evaluations. The candidate will join a multi-disciplined team composed of scientists, engineers, and subject matter experts working to design, build, and execute the test cases required to gather and analyze the data needed to make qualitative and quantitative recommendations in support of our customer goals.

Requirements

• Highly motivated
• Instrumental in identifying, testing, and evaluating novel systems and processes
• Works with technologies that include biometric and identity acquisition and data processing systems, data capture instrumentation and recording systems, and high throughput screening systems
• Works with scientists, engineers, and subject matter experts
• Design, build, and execute test cases
• Gather and analyze data
• Make qualitative and quantitative recommendations
• CAD modeling software
• 3D printers
• Laser cutters
• Basic hand and power tools
• Rapid prototyping methods

Responsibilities

• Execute test and evaluation plans for new generation hardware and software components and systems and generate technical reports documenting findings.
• Build and configure computer-based data collection systems by integrating and installing necessary assemblies, sub-assemblies, and software.
• Setup and configure lighting, power, and other infrastructure in laboratory and field-test environments.
• Design, fabricate and assemble prototype system components and devices using on-premises CAD modeling software, 3D printers, laser cutters, basic hand and power tools, and other rapid prototyping methods in support of customer concepts of operations and device testing.
• Develop and execute checklists to monitor laboratory and field infrastructure to ensure reliable operation and detect and repair malfunctions that would impact testing efforts.
• Perform research to identify and document existing and emerging technologies that help solve customer challenges.
• Generate technical documents, drawings, and operator/maintenance procedures.
• Provide technical support services including routine systems maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed