Systems Engineer Lead

Systems Engineer Lead | Chesapeake, VA, United States | On-site | $75,866.00 - $108,381.00

We're hiring on behalf of a leading defense technology company renowned for its advanced simulation and training solutions, supporting critical national security missions. This organization is a trusted partner to the U.S. military, contributing to warfighter readiness through cutting-edge, all-domain expertise and technology.

The Role

• Serve as a technical lead and Subject Matter Expert for Live, Virtual, Constructive (LVC) training events, communicating technical issues and requirements to leadership.
• Coordinate and plan systems and personnel support for training events with various operational and engineering teams.
• Lead the technical team in adhering to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), recommending improvements, and developing new SOPs as requirements evolve.
• Support event testing and execution as a technical lead, ensuring compliance with approved manning plans.
• Maintain and enhance modeling and simulation tools, staying abreast of current military capabilities, trends, and doctrine.
• Utilize collaboration tools to share schedules, documents, and track issues, keeping stakeholders informed of progress.

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 experience, or a High School Diploma with 6 years of relevant experience.
• Linux and/or Microsoft professional certification required.
• Security+ certification required.
• U.S. Citizenship required with the ability to obtain 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).
• Demonstrated technical leadership skills and strong communication abilities.

What's On Offer

• A competitive salary range of $75,866.00 - $108,381.00.
• Opportunity to work on critical defense technology projects and contribute to national security.
• A supportive environment with opportunities for continuous career growth and training.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement savings options.

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