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Junior Systems Engineer

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc.
United States, D.C., Washington
Nov 15, 2024

Junior Systems Engineer
Job Locations

US-DC


ID
2024-19334

Category
Systems Engineering: Acquisition

Security Clearance Requirement
Secret

Type
Regular Full-Time

Level
Entry-level



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. Objective. Responsive. Trusted.

The Integrated Warfare Systems Group (IWSG) focus is to provide engineering, technical and programmatic support to the Program Executive Office Integrated Warfare Systems, Above Water Sensors (PEO IWS 2.0) Directorate. Efforts include overarching program management, test and evaluation, systems engineering, operations analysis, systems integration, international, cyber security, IT network and programmatic support for over 25 PEO IWS 2.0 advanced radar, phased array radar, electronic warfare, electro-optic, advanced off-board electronic warfare/decoy and directed energy programs.

SPA is seeking a Junior System Engineer analyst to work in our downtown Washington, D.C. office located at 20 M Street, SE. Hybrid work is allowed and you must have the ability to work at least 2-3 days per week in the office on average. #MC



Responsibilities

We are seeking a dedicated junior Systems Engineer to provide support to the Technical Director within the U.S. Navy Program Executive Office, Integrated Warfare Systems (PEO IWS), Above Water Sensors and Lasers Directorate (IWS 2.0). At least one year of related experience is required. We expect to fill this position immediately!

You will provide technical and programmatic support to the Systems Engineering Working Group Leads (e.g. Platform and Combat System Integration, Hardware and Manufacturing, Software, Requirements, Performance). You will provide technical rigor in support of Systems Engineering (SE) processes, including planning, execution and closure of System Engineering Technical Reviews (SETR), technical writing, requirements management, risk management, configuration management, and technical artifact reviews. You will join a high performing team and be expected to develop a strong understanding of Model-Based Systems Engineering and DoD, Department of the Navy, Naval Sea Systems Command and PEO IWS instructions and processes (e.g., DoD 5000).

We don't expect you to come in with any expertise but we do expect you to consistently demonstrate strong attributes to quickly build competencies and provide the highest quality products and services to the Technical Director. We look for traits such as how you solve problems when you're stuck. Do you look for creative ways to find solutions? Do you seek out references and teach yourself how to do something new? Do you collaborate with your colleagues? If you take initiatives like these, you would fit in well with our high performing team.

A hybrid work environment is allowed, but you must have the ability to regularly work on-site in DC.

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.

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 Range: $85,000 - $105,000.



Qualifications

    Bachelor's degree in Engineering
  • 1-4 years of relevant experience
  • Demonstrated experience or education in modern software delivery methods
  • The ability to attain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance

Desired

  • Experience with MagicDraw/Cameo, Model-Based Systems Engineering, UML/SysML
  • Experience with the US Navy or prior SPA internship experience
  • Familiarity with the DoD Acquisition process
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