Why this role stands out
Lead critical systems engineering initiatives within a highly reputable defense technology company, offering significant opportunities for professional growth and impact. You will thrive in this role if you are a mid-senior engineer with a passion for complex problem-solving and a desire to contribute to national security. Apply now to join a dedicated team and leverage your expertise in a dynamic environment.
Quick overview
Job description
Systems Engineer Lead | Hampton, VA, United States | On-site | $75,866.00 - $108,381.00
This employer is a leading defense technology company that designs, develops, and operates advanced solutions, playing a critical role in national security. They are known for their expertise in Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC) environments and their long-standing partnership with military customers.
The Role
- Serve as the technical team lead and Subject Matter Expert (SME) for training events, communicating technical issues and new requirements to leadership.
- Plan, de-conflict, and manage resources to support the planning, testing, and execution of training events.
- Coordinate with operators, engineers, and training teams to plan systems and personnel support for events, adjusting work hours as needed for global operations.
- Lead the technical team in adhering to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), recommending changes, and developing new SOPs.
- Support event testing and execution of training events as the technical lead.
- Maintain and enhance modeling and simulation tools to align with current military capabilities and doctrine.
- Utilize collaboration tools to share schedules and documents, and to track and report issues to stakeholders.
What You'll Need
- Bachelor's degree in a related field with 2 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree with 0 years of experience, or a High School Diploma/equivalent with 6 years of relevant experience.
- Professional certification in Linux and/or Microsoft.
- Security+ certification.
- Hold and maintain a U.S. Top Secret clearance.
- Familiarity with networking concepts, architectures, and protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, UDP).
- Knowledge of distributed simulation protocols such as High Level Architecture (HLA) and Distributed Interactive Simulation (DIS).
- Military experience and experience with Joint Live Virtual Constructive (JLVC) supported events.
- Technical leadership skills and strong written and verbal communication skills.
What's On Offer
- Competitive salary range.
- Opportunity to work with cutting-edge defense technology and contribute to national security.
- Collaborative work environment with military, government, and contractor personnel.
- Potential for occasional travel to support event planning.
- Encouragement of continuous career growth through valuable educational and training programs.
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