Systems Engineer

The Link 16 Systems Engineer supports the Program Office in the integration, configuration, and verification of MIDS JTRS and airborne Tactical Data Link (TDL) systems in accordance with MIL-STD-6016, STANAG 5516, and program-specific requirements. The engineer contributes to the achievement of program objectives by supporting requirements decomposition, interface and interoperability analysis, waveform and configuration management, discrepancy investigation and resolution, and coordination with Government and Industry stakeholders during system integration and test activities. This role directly supports system interoperability, certification readiness, and fleet capability delivery through disciplined systems engineering practices, verification and validation of performance, and proactive technical risk identification and mitigation.

CORE FUNCTIONS / JOB DUITES


The Systems Engineer will be able to perform the following with supervision:


Assist in designing, developing, and testing computer systems, including hardware, software, and networking components.


Integrate multiple systems, hardware, and software components to ensure seamless functionality.


Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve system issues (bugs), as needed.


Work closely with cross- functional teams, including software development, test/QA, technical support, technical writing, system architects, configuration management, and all levels of program management.


Maintain accurate and up to date documentation of system designs, System Requirement Document (SRD), System Requirement Specification (SRS), software user manuals, configurations, requirement traceability matrices, risk assessments, System Engineering Management Plan, Interface control documents, version description documents, fault tree assessments.


Participate in the systems engineering life-cycle by supporting and assisting with key activities across all phases, including requirements analysis, system design and architecture, implementation and integration, testing and verification, documentation, troubleshooting and maintenance, and collaboration.


Research and systems engineering methodologies, tools, and best practices; stay updated on industry trends and support in the training of junior members of the team.

SKILLS & ABILITIES


The Systems Engineer will have basic knowledge of the following:


Networking concepts and protocols


One or more programming languages


IEEE standards, systems integration and design principles


Requirement Management Tools

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS


BS STEM Degree - Required


INCOSE ASEP (Associate) Certification Preferred

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS


General office environment


Computer/Equipment lab

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS


May be expected to lift up to 25 lbs


Frequent use of keyboard and typing


Frequent sitting and standing

WORK SCHEDULE


9/80


The ability to work non-standard work hours and schedules in support of project requirements.

PAY RANGE


$100,000.00 to $ $125,000.00 annually, DOE

U.S. Citizenship is Required

SECURITY CLEARANCE


Candidates must have an active clearance OR the ability to obtain a US Government security clearance and will be subject to a US security background investigation (i.e. favorable background investigation / credit score). Additional eligibility requirements for access to various levels of classified information may also be required. An active security clearance is highly desirable.

Tactical Engineering & Analysis, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Minority/Female/Disability/Protected Veteran Employer