• Systems Engineer, Principal

    WR Systems (MD)


    Clearance Requirement: Active TS/SCI Clearance is required to start

     

    Travel Requirements : 5%

     

    SUMMARY : WR has a potential opportunity for a Systems Engineer, Principal to serve as a senior technical contributor supporting the design and development of systems-level software and systems engineering efforts.

    Position responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:

    • Provide technical leadership to multidisciplinary engineering teams, including software, hardware, and mechanical engineers.

    • Support all phases of the system lifecycle, from concept development through fielding and sustainment, in accordance with DoD guidance, IEEE 1220 standards, and PM PNT-established processes.

    • Serve as a highly experienced and technically recognized senior systems engineering leader, providing strategic guidance and oversight across PM PNT systems engineering activities.

    • Contribute to system architecture, design, coding, testing, debugging, configuration, and documentation based on extensive technical experience.

    • Act as the chief technical consultant to users in the development of systems and software solutions.

    • Lead technical teams as required to meet program objectives.

    • Independently manage complex system maintenance and repair activities.

    • Diagnose and resolve complex system issues efficiently and effectively.

    • Serve as a liaison with system manufacturers and vendors, particularly for issue diagnosis and resolution.

    • Proactively identify and mitigate program-level risks while driving innovation in PNT technologies and ensuring alignment with Army modernization priorities.

    • Represent PM PNT at key technical forums.

    • Mentor and develop the technical expertise of systems engineering staff.

    • Apply a deep understanding of DOTMLPF analysis and its impact on system design and implementation.

    Candidates must possess the following knowledge, skills, and experience:

    • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or a related scientific or technical discipline.

    • Fifteen (15)+ years of full-time professional experience in Systems Engineering.

    • Fifteen (15)+ years of experience in requirements development, design, and prototyping.

    *This position is contingent upon funding*

     

    The selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment third-party background check which may include verification of any of the following: Employment history; Education and/or certifications; Criminal history; Driving Records; Other records or information related to the candidate’s suitability for the position.

     

    Benefits Offered: WR offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, and Tuition Reimbursement.

     

    WR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, traits associated with race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including lactation, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, veterans’ status, or any additional factors that are protected by law. EOE/Veteran/Disability. Please see https://wrsystems.com/our-responsibility/ for more information.

     

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