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Engineering Manager (Systems Engineering/ System Integration)

BAE Systems

Rockville, MD 20850

~ 36 min OnsiteUrgently HiringHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Systems, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering
  • 6 years' experience supporting systems engineering on large DoD programs
  • Experience with major weapon system development product lifecycle and technologies
  • Experience with conducting compatibility analysis of interface requirements
  • Experience with integration of models, software, and / or hardware
  • Experience with various engineering tools / languages including PTC Windchill, IBM DOORS, 2D/3D CAD, SysML, and/or MATLAB Simulink
  • Experience with leading projects involving multiple team members
  • Experience with presenting project status to management and/or the client
  • Experience in organizing and hosting meetings involving multiple stakeholders
  • Willing to travel approximately 10% of the time
  • Must possess strong organizational, time management, and project management skills
  • Proficient with PC and MS Office Suite
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Principal Systems Engineer-Defense

Curtiss-Wright

Ashburn, VA 20147

$144,100-$190,000/yr
~ 42 min OnsitePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

  • 10 plus years of experience at US DoD Primes or at a company that directly supports them
  • Knowledge of system hardware/software development, integration and test for deployed military vehicle applications
  • Expert knowledge of the systems engineering tools DOORS and Cameo
  • Working knowledge of engineering development tools like Clearquest, JIRA, and Rational Development Tools
  • Ability to operate and debug Linux and VxWorks based computing systems
  • Solid understanding of SOSA and VPX system design standards
  • Solid understanding of serial communication protocols such as MIL-STD-1553, RS422, RS485, RS232, 10G and 100G Gigabit Ethernet, PCIe, USB
  • Solid understanding of the latest processing and graphics solutions
  • Excellent troubleshooting skills of rugged computing systems
  • Ability to lead in a team environment
  • Ability to drive clarity to ambiguous requests or requirements
  • Ability to work well in a fast-paced professional office environment
  • BS Computer Science, BS Software Engineering, BS Electrical Engineering preferred
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Manager - Systems Engineering and Governance

BAE Systems

Rockville, MD 20850

~ 36 min OnsiteHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

  • Master's Degree in Systems Engineering, Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related technical field
  • 6+ years of systems engineering experience, including 2+ years supporting strategic deterrence or defense-related programs
  • 3+ years of supervisory or management experience
  • OCP or INCOSE CSEP certification
  • Proven experience with developing or overhauling SE governance policies and documents in a government or defense setting
  • Strong experience designing and delivering SE-related training programs
  • Expert knowledge of MBSE, digital engineering, DoDAF, SysML or related technical frameworks
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively engage with technical and executive audiences
  • Master's Degree in Systems Engineering, Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a related technical field
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Defense Solutions Architect

BOOZ, ALLEN & HAMILTON

McLean, VA 22101

RemoteEducation AssistanceHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

  • 8+ years of experience in solution architecture or systems engineering
  • Experience developing technical solutions and architectures in one or more of the following: Undersea Autonomy, Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), DevSecOps, Software Engineering, Digital Infrastructure, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Networks, or Enterprise IT
  • Experience supporting defense capture, proposals, or technical solutioning in a government or government-contracting environment
  • Experience authoring technical volumes, solution narratives, or written proposal artifacts
  • Experience supporting DoD or IC clients, including Army, Navy, or Marine Corps missions
  • Knowledge of the defense industry and the U.S. Government acquisition process
  • Ability to collaborate across capture, pricing, partner, and account leadership to deliver integrated solutions under deadline
  • Ability to obtain a Secret clearance
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or STEM Field or 5+ years of military experience in a technical engineering field in the military in lieu of a degree
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Principal Systems Engineer - Defense

Curtiss-Wright

Ashburn, VA 20147

$144,100-$190,000/yr
~ 42 min OnsitePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

  • 10 plus years of experience at US DoD Primes or at a company that directly supports them.
  • Knowledge of system hardware/software development, integration and test for deployed military vehicle applications
  • Exceptional problem solving skills
  • Expert knowledge of the systems engineering tools DOORS and Cameo
  • Working knowledge of engineering development tools like Clearquest, JIRA, and Rational Development Tools
  • Ability to operate and debug Linux and VxWorks based computing systems
  • Solid understanding of SOSA and VPX system design standards
  • Solid understanding of serial communication protocols such as MIL-STD-1553, RS422, RS485, RS232, 10G and 100G Gigabit Ethernet, PCIe, USB
  • Solid understanding of the latest processing and graphics solutions
  • Excellent troubleshooting skills of rugged computing systems
  • Ability to lead in a team environment
  • Ability to drive clarity to ambiguous requests or requirements
  • Ability to work well in a fast-paced professional office environment
  • This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening
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Washington, DC 20011

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Model-Based Systems Engineer III

ICI Services Corporation

Washington, DC 20011

Education AssistanceHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

  • Active Department of Defense (DoD) SECRET personnel security clearance
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, naval architecture or related field
  • 4 to 7 Years of experience in Navy Shipbuilding and Defense Systems
  • Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering principles
  • Knowledge of the Systems Modeling Language (SysML) or Unified Modeling Language (UML)
  • Experience with cross-platform collaborative MBSE/digital environments or equivalent (e.g., MagicDraw/Cameo Systems Modeler, Sparx System Enterprise Architect, Rational Rhapsody, System Architect, etc.)
  • Knowledge of the Department of Defense Architecture Framework/Unified Architecture Framework (DoDAF/UAF)
  • 4+ years' experience in US Navy Fleet systems engineering
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Cyber Technical Writer

Peraton

Annapolis Junction, MD 20701

~ 32 min Onsite

  • Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
  • Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; will consider 4 additional years of experience in lieu of a BS/BA degree
  • Proven experience in technical writing within cybersecurity, intelligence, defense, or federal environments
  • Demonstrated ability to write for highly technical cyber domains, including network security, cloud security, cyber operations, threat intelligence, and defensive tools
  • Strong understanding of RMF, NIST controls, DoD cybersecurity policies, and intelligence community documentation requirements
  • Experience supporting a Program Management Office or large-scale federal program
  • Ability to synthesize complex technical information from SMEs and convert it into structured, high-quality documentation
  • Exceptional editing, grammar, and communication skills with the ability to tailor content for technical and executive audiences
  • Proficiency with documentation tools such as Confluence, SharePoint, Visio, Jira, and MS Office Suite
  • Ability to work independently at a senior level, manage multiple priorities, and deliver high-quality products under tight deadlines
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Model-Based Systems Engineer IV

ICI Services Corporation

Washington, DC 20011

OnsiteEducation AssistanceHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

  • Active DoD SECRET personnel security clearance
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, naval architecture or related field
  • 10 Years of experience in Navy Shipbuilding and Defense Systems
  • Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering principles
  • Knowledge of the Systems Modeling Language (SysML) or Unified Modeling Language (UML)
  • Experience with cross-platform collaborative MBSE/digital environments or equivalent (e.g., MagicDraw/Cameo Systems Modeler, Sparx System Enterprise Architect, Rational Rhapsody, System Architect, etc.)
  • Use of SysML in a complex environment
  • Experience with Cameo Systems Modeler preferred
  • Knowledge of the Department of Defense Architecture Framework/Unified Architecture Framework (DoDAF/UAF)
  • Experience with unmanned systems architecture preferred
  • 10+ years' experience in US Navy Fleet systems engineering
  • Security clearance eligibility to hold an active DoD SECRET clearance
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Materials Engineer

Delphinus Engineering

Bethesda, MD 20817

$85,000/yr
Hybrid~ 25 minEducation AssistanceHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

  • Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Mechanical Engineering, Welding Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
  • 2-5+ years of relevant engineering experience in materials evaluation, welding, or NDE applications.
  • Demonstrated understanding of structural materials, weld joints, and applicable NDE methods (e.g., UT, RT, MT, PT, or VT).
  • U.S. Citizenship required.
  • Must currently hold or be eligible to obtain a Secret Clearance.
  • Some travel may be required (less than 15%).
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