Systems Engineer

Actalent Engineering
Fairfax, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/31/2024

Job Details

Description:
At Actalent, we believe in the power of using strong engineering principles to drive innovation and solve complex problems. We foster a culture of rigorous engineering and continuous improvement, leveraging the full knowledge of our organization through collaborative development processes that include design and peer reviews. We combine our expertise in space electronics with right-sized development processes to create innovative, high-performance space-based electronic systems that meet our customers' evolving needs.
We are a mission partner supporting DoD, Intelligence, and Civil space customers. We develop complex radiation effects mitigated designs that balance competing requirements in modern space programs, delivering cutting-edge solutions that enable our customers to achieve more in space.
Responsibilities:
*Lead a diverse engineering team in the development of advanced multi-function RF, processing, and/or data storage units for space applications
*Perform system design activities including requirements development, system architecture, verification and validation planning, and integration and test.
*Be responsible for the end-to-end technical execution for engineering development efforts. This position requires multidiscipline knowledge in all areas related to engineering including systems design, hardware, software/firmware, and integration and test
*Collaborate with program management on one or more programs to execute cost, schedule, and risk management
*Oversee engineering program planning and execution, work with the engineering discipline leads to assign appropriate staff to their projects, and interact with the program manager and divisional leadership to run a successful program
*Own the engineering develop process on the program and ensure the proper systems analysis and trades, technical baseline management, and requirements verification and validation activities are completed
*Prepare for and present at all major design reviews, including internal and external (customer) reviews
*The ideal candidate for this position will have equal parts technical competency, forward-thinking ideas, and a focus on execution
Skills:
systems engineering, requirements definition, systems design, design review, hardware, software, firmware
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
*BS with 10 years relevant experience; or Master's Degree with 8 years of relevant work experience.
*2 years' experience as a technical project lead (e.g., IPT lead, functional lead, or equivalent).
*Understanding of Systems Engineering processes with execution experience.
*Ability to lead multi-discipline teams through the development of complex electronic systems to meet rigorous space application requirements
*Ability to balance technical performance with program cost and schedule targets
*A strong technical experience in hardware, software, or firmware development
*Excellent organization and communication skills
*Ability to be the technical representative for the program in customer and internal meetings
*Eligible for Secret Clearance

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
  • Hiring diverse talent
  • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
  • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
  • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email for other accommodation options.

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