Systems Engineering Lead, SME

CGI Group Inc.•Arlington, TX

65d•Hybrid

About The Position

CGI Federal has an exciting opportunity for a Systems Engineering Lead within our Intel sector advancing the national security mission through cutting edge technology. You must have a passion for keeping pace with rapidly evolving technology advancements and leveraging your knowledge on a highly collaborative team to deliver state-of-the-art capabilities. The Systems Engineering Lead leads cross-functional teams to define, develop, and verify complex systems, while also managing requirements, risk, and project timelines. Key responsibilities involve acting as a technical leader, ensuring system performance, safety, and reliability, and mentoring junior engineers to meet project goals. CGI Federal is growing its high-performance team whose members share a passion for building high-quality, scalable, advanced IT solutions in a collaborative, fast-paced, outcome-driven mission. This position is located in USA VA Arlington, however, a hybrid working model is acceptable.

Requirements

Education and/or Experience: Bachelor's degree and/or 5 to 8 years of experience
Security Clearance: TS/SCI required with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI with Poly highly desired
Technical Proficiency: Strong understanding of computer hardware, software, operating systems, networks, and databases.
Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to analyze complex systems, identify root causes of problems, and develop effective solutions.
Communication Skills: Ability to communicate technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Project Management Skills: Ability to plan, organize, and execute projects effectively.
Systems Thinking: Ability to understand how different components of a system interact and how changes in one area can affect others.
Adaptability and Flexibility: Ability to adapt to changing requirements and work effectively in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

System Design and Integration: Developing system architectures, defining interfaces, and ensuring components work together seamlessly.
Requirements Management: Analyzing and documenting user needs and translating them into technical requirements.
Troubleshooting and Problem Solving: Identifying and resolving issues within a system, often involving hardware, software, and network components.
System Maintenance and Upgrades: Performing regular maintenance, applying updates, and ensuring systems are secure and reliable.
Collaboration and Communication: Working with various teams, including developers, testers, and stakeholders, to ensure successful system implementation and operation.
Performance Monitoring and Optimization: Tracking system performance, identifying bottlenecks, and implementing solutions to improve efficiency.
Documentation: Creating and maintaining comprehensive documentation for system design, configuration, and troubleshooting procedures.
Security Implementation: Ensuring systems are protected from unauthorized access and potential threats.
Project Management: Managing the implementation of systems projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.