Systems Engineer (Washington Navy Yard)

Job Description

Overview
Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing
Results that Matter
. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.

The Strategic Division (SD) supports high-reliability organizations including Navy Strategic Systems Programs (SSP), Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center, and the Department of Energy (DOE), among others. Our support across our client base is expanding rapidly and encompasses important services, such as data analytics and visualization, threat analysis, risk management, modeling and simulation, cost estimating, earned value management, program management, system engineering, independent evaluation, and High Consequence Event prevention.

SPA's Strategic Division's Strategic Development Group (SDG) supports critical U.S. government programs providing Systems Engineering support, Systems Safety support and Financial Analysis support. SDG is hiring for a Systems Engineer in the Washington Navy Yard.

Responsibilities
The Systems Engineer will provide technical and programmatic engineering support to the TRIDENT II missile program within SSP. Specifically, the Systems Engineer will provide support to the government team within Missile Branch responsible for the Tactical Avionics program, to include avionics software, survivability, and batteries support. The Systems Engineer will support development of integrated program schedules, assist with risk and opportunities management, coordinate with government and prime contractor stakeholders, review technical documentation, and assist with walkup to attend milestone reviews.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Ability to work full-time at the Washington Navy Yard, up to 5 days per week.
U.S. citizen with DoD TOP SECRET clearance, or a SECRET clearance with ability to obtain and maintain TS.
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or technical field.
1+ year(s) professional experience in an engineering position.
Exceptional writing and presentation abilities.
Self-motivated with strong work ethic, time management, and interpersonal skills.

Desired Qualifications:
Submarine Officer experience.
Experience supporting Strategic Systems Programs.
Experience working with DoD engineering and acquisition processes.

Pay Range Information
At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Washington, DC, Pay Transparency Salary range: USD $100,000.00/Yr. - USD $115,000.00/Yr.

The Systems Engineer will provide technical and programmatic engineering support to the TRIDENT II missile program within SSP. Specifically, the Systems Engineer will provide support to the government team within Missile Branch responsible for the Tactical Avionics program, to include avionics software, survivability, and batteries support. The Systems Engineer will support development of integrated program schedules, assist with risk and opportunities management, coordinate with government and prime contractor stakeholders, review technical documentation, and assist with walkup to attend milestone reviews.

Minimum Qualifications

U.S. citizen with DoD TOP SECRET clearance, or a SECRET clearance with ability to obtain and maintain TS. Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or technical field. 1+ year(s) professional experience in an engineering position. Exceptional writing and presentation abilities. Self-motivated with strong work ethic, time management, and interpersonal skills.

Requirements

Required Qualifications:
Ability to work full-time at the Washington Navy Yard, up to 5 days per week.
U.S. citizen with DoD TOP SECRET clearance, or a SECRET clearance with ability to obtain and maintain TS.
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or technical field.
1+ year(s) professional experience in an engineering position.
Exceptional writing and presentation abilities.
Self-motivated with strong work ethic, time management, and interpersonal skills.

Desired Qualifications:
Submarine Officer experience.
Experience supporting Strategic Systems Programs.
Experience working with DoD engineering and acquisition processes.