Job#: 3049023 Job Description:Apex Systems, a World-Class Technology Solutions Provider, is seeking applicants for the below position on behalf of our client. Please apply if interested and qualified. Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted.
Position: Mid-Level Platform System Engineer
Location: Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, CO
Clearance Level: Secret
Pay Rate Range: $115,000 - $135,000
Description of Duties:As a Mid-Level Platform System Engineer supporting the Missile Defense Space Enterprise Architecture (MDSEA) organization within the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract, you will be at the forefront of leading a team in the development and implementation of innovative solutions for critical elements supporting advanced sensing capabilities. You will be instrumental in ensuring efficient, sustainable, and secure command and control of our nation's space-based defense capabilities. This is an opportunity to make a tangible difference in a mission-critical environment.
Who We're Looking For:
We are seeking a highly motivated, independent, and results-oriented Mid-Level System Engineer who thrives in a dynamic and challenging environment. If you are a self-starter, comfortable taking ownership of projects from inception to implementation, and possess a strong desire to contribute to the success of our mission, here is your opportunity. We are seeking a problem-solver with exceptional analytical and critical thinking skills, eager to learn and contribute within a collaborative team. If you are passionate about leveraging your technical expertise to enhance our nation's security, consider this position.
Responsibilities:Support Innovation:
- Develop and design cutting-edge solutions to optimize efficiency, security, and sustainability within a team supporting Platform MDSEA frameworks.
Contribute to Technical Initiatives:
- Conduct comprehensive studies and analyses, define detailed requirements, engineer preliminary and detailed platform architectures, and oversee system development for enterprise services, satellite ground systems, and operations centers (including supporting facilities).
- Contribute to all phases of the Engineering Lifecycle: Support projects from initiation through requirements management, task execution, and platform system sustainment.
Support Implementation:
- Document designs and create comprehensive implementation and test plans for execution by sustainment personnel.
Collaborate and Integrate:
- Direct a cohesive partnership within the team and other engineers, system administrators, cybersecurity, test teams, project managers, software developers, network engineers, and application teams to ensure seamless integration and compliance with all relevant standards and policies.
Support Program Milestones:
- Work collaboratively with Project Managers to define tasks and schedules
The successful candidate will:- Be able to work independently, take initiative, and drive projects to completion with minimal supervision.
Basic Requirements:- Must have 6, or more, years of general (full-time) work experience
- May be reduced with completion of advanced education
- Must have 3, or more, years of experience directly related to the support or management of IT systems engineering or architecture role/capacity within a DoD and/or commercial enterprise
- Must have a fundamental understanding of Requirements Analysis and Management principles.
- Must have a proficient understanding of the System Engineering V-Model and engineering lifecycle.
- Must have an active DoW Secret Security Clearance
- Must be able obtain an active DoW Top Secret Security Clearance with SCI eligibility
Desired Requirements:- Have a bachelor's degree (of higher) in a related field (e.g., Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering).
- Have experience with Linux administration, management, and sustainment.
- Have experience working within the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) or other Department of Defense (DoD) organizations.
- Have competency in developing and editing Department of Defense Architecture Framework (DoDAF) (or equivalent framework).
- Be able to logically decompose complex mission systems into manageable components.
- Have experience in developing detailed implementation plans for new solutions and systems.
- Have a track record of effectively troubleshooting and applying critical thinking skills to resolve IT system dependencies, impacts, and sustainability challenges.
- Be familiar with Agile development methodologies.
- Be familiar with cloud computing (server and serverless) technologies (e.g., Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, Red Hat Openshift)
- Have experience working with SysML and MBSE tools such as Cameo Systems Modeler (No Magic), IBM Rhapsody, or Sparx Enterprise Architect.
- Have 1, or more, certifications in relevant areas (e.g., INCOSE ASEP, CompTIA Security+).
Apex Benefits Overview Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a retirement plan (401k or local country equivalent) program. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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