LEAD SYSTEMS ENGINEER

Job Description

MIKEL invests in people and technology - empowering the creative process, building responsive relationships, and propelling innovative solutions from conception to completion for the U.S. Navy. MIKEL is a small woman owned business that has been providing Undersea Warfare Solutions to the Department of Defense since the company's inception in 1999.

Be a part of our dynamic team whose solutions and services enable the Navy to solve their toughest problems and meet their mission requirements. We have undersea operations experience, combined with engineering and specific subject matter expertise, that provides an in-depth understanding of the problem and a novel, innovative and cost-effective solution. MIKEL is committed to providing an environment that challenges its employees to use and advance their skills and knowledge to provide solutions that exceed customer expectations.

Job Title: Systems Engineer IV

Job Description:
MIKEL is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Systems Engineer IV to join our dynamic engineering team. In this role, you will act as the Lead Systems Engineer for our GCCS-M program, leading an engineering team of approximately 10 members, to successfully deliver projects on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards. This role ensures alignment of technical execution with program goals, drives accountability across teams, and enforces disciplined project management practices to meet deadlines and deliverables.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, manage, and mentor engineering teams to ensure productivity, accountability, and high performance
• Establish and enforce project schedules, ensuring all deliverables are completed on time
• Monitor team progress, identify risks to timelines, and implement corrective actions as needed
• Drive a culture of ownership, ensuring team members remain on task and meet deadlines
• Oversee planning, execution, and delivery of engineering projects across the full lifecycle
• Collaborate with program management, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to align priorities
• Develop and implement engineering processes, standards, and best practices
• Conduct regular status reviews, performance tracking, and reporting on project milestones
• Allocate resources effectively to meet competing priorities and deadlines
• Ensure technical excellence, quality assurance, and compliance with applicable standards
• Resolve technical and operational challenges that may impact delivery timelines
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and execution

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of engineering experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
• Proven track record of delivering complex engineering projects on time and within scope
• Basic knowledge of Windows operating systems, Command Line Interfaces and computer troubleshooting methods.
• Must possess an intimate understanding of security practices in relation to working with classified material, proper handling of classified material, need to know, Operational Security and Information Security.
• Ability to travel and climb vertical ladders is mandatory.
• In-depth knowledge of networking, security practices, and infrastructure management.
• Ability to lead projects and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Capacity to work in restricted access facilities and maintain compartmentalized information security standards.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Preferred Skills:

• 10+ years of experience in the US Navy as a senior enlisted member.
• Bachelor's Degree
• Intermediate or higher knowledge of GCCS-M and interfacing systems.
• Experience with other GCCS Family of Systems, i.e. GCCS-A, GCCS-AF, GCCS-J, GCCS-I3
• Experience with other C2 programs, i.e. MAVEN, ISAT, USW-DSS, other
• Knowledge and experience working with US Navy Program Offices, PMW-150 and PMW-160 experience preferred.
• Familiarization with the Software Delivery (SWD) approval process.

Work Location: Newport, RI with ~10% travel required

MIKEL offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), 401k Retirement Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), and Tuition Reimbursement.

Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance or higher is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

MIKEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.