Systems Engineer Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship
• Active Secret Security Clearance, or the ability to obtain one.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related discipline, or having attained an advanced military position.
• Minimum of 3 years of engineering or related technical experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of analytical, evaluative, and problem-solving techniques necessary for professional engineering work.
• Strong understanding of engineering materials, processes, and technologies relevant to mechanical device design.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and engineering documentation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite for tracking and reporting.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
• Working knowledge of, or initiative to learn and apply, military standards, specifications, and engineering best practices.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail and commitment to quality deliverables.

Nice To Haves

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or willingness to pursue.
• Previous experience in systems engineering roles.
• Familiarity with Navy or other DoW programs, acquisition processes, and lifecycle management.
• Experience with project management tools and methodologies.
• Experience with military specifications and standards (MIL-STDs, MIL-SPECs)

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive engineering support including development of cost and schedule estimates for new and ongoing projects.
• Track project execution against timelines and budgets, ensuring deliverables meet predetermined requirements and specifications.
• Identify, track, and mitigate project risks while maintaining acceptable risk levels throughout project lifecycles.
• Anticipate customer needs and predict future workload requirements to enable proactive resource planning.
• Communicate clearly and frequently with coworkers, customers, contractors, and technical experts across all project phases.
• Analyze military Packaging, Handling, Storage, and Transportation (PHST) devices using engineering sciences theories and practices.
• Apply engineering techniques, requirements, methods, and procedures relevant to mechanical systems and PHST equipment.
• Perform systems engineering activities to verify that existing requirements are satisfied and properly documented.
• Support technical positions using sound engineering methodology and logical analysis when addressing challenges or design questions.
• Determine and implement appropriate verification methods for system and component requirements.
• Review and interpret test plans, test reports, analysis reports, and mechanical drawings to extract and communicate technical information.
• Apply commercial and military standards appropriately to ensure compliance with relevant specifications and regulations.
• Translate technical details for both technical and non-technical audiences through written reports and oral presentations.
• Assist in the creation and management of financial plans, budgets, and milestones to ensure program success.
• Plan and coordinate individual assignments to align with broader goals and organizational objectives.
• Maintain thorough documentation of decisions, technical evaluations, and requirement verification activities.

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.