Parsons

defense

AEGISBasedDefenseSrSystemsEngineer

$134–241k Dahlgren, Virginia, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“AEGIS Based Defense Sr Systems Engineer at Parsons. Skills: AEGIS Based Defense, Systems Engineering, Ballistic Missile Defense (BMD) Software Development, Aegis Weapon System Experience. Participate actively in Integration Exchanges to resolve design and interface challenges for interdependent capabilities. Provide technical expertise for the development and upgrading of interceptors, radar systems, and launcher systems”

What You'll Achieve.

get missile defense capability out to the Fleet

Industry & Context.

defense
Problems you'll solve

Resolve design and interface challenges; Identify, analyze, and mitigate program risks; Drive the resolution of technical uncertainties; Manage system deviations

Eligibility Requirements

US Citizenship with Active Secret Clearance, Active Secret security clearance is required

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

US Citizenship with Active Secret Clearance, Master's Degree in STEM field, 12+ years of experience, Aegis Weapon System Experience

Nice to Have

Active TS/SCI Clearance, Prior experience with Aegis Weapons Systems Baselines, Experience with Missile Systems Engineering, Technical experience in one of the following areas: Fleet operations, systems engineering, missile systems, Aegis Qualifications

What You'll Do.

Participate actively in Integration Exchanges to resolve design and interface challenges for interdependent capabilities

Provide technical expertise for the development and upgrading of interceptors

Support the integration of various components into a cohesive and effective system-of-systems

and mitigate program risks in collaboration with the program office and other stakeholders

Assist in the development and maintenance of an integrated master schedule

Support all phases of testing

from planning and preparation to execution and analysis

Support the Aegis-Based Defense (ABMD) Software Development Program Manager Engineer

In-service Readiness Officer Engineer

and all ABMD Baseline Managers

Perform deep analysis to document and justify requirements for Aegis Sea-Based and Aegis Shore Facility Weapon Systems

ensuring a clear and traceable rationale for all subsystem functions

Implement assessment processes and approve key configuration-managed artifacts

including the Requirements Management Plan

Systems Engineering Plan

and assessments of lower-level specification traces (A-level to Element-specifications and Contract Deliverables)

Drive the resolution of technical uncertainties by tracking and resolving Test Observation Reports (TORs)

Proposed Revisions (PRs)

and Software Change Reports (SWCRs)

Manage system deviations through Request for Deviation or Waiver (RDW)

Ballistic Missile Defense System Deficiency Reports (BDRs)

and participation in the Failure Reporting

and Corrective Action System (FRACAS)

Leverage extensive documentation and digital tools

including monthly DOORS / Digital Model Reviews

Fleet Support Operation Center (FSOC)

Produce and review various meeting minutes

Element Unique Requirements Attachments

a Threat Prioritization List

and Executive Summaries to ensure clear communication and program alignment

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Participate actively in Integration Exchanges to resolve design and interface challenges for interdependent capabilities; Identify, analyze, and mitigate program risks in collaboration with the program office and other stakeholders; Support the Aegis-Based Defense (ABMD) Software Development Program Manager Engineer, In-service Readiness Officer Engineer, and all ABMD Baseline Managers

Communication Scope

Produce and review various meeting minutes, briefs, Element Unique Memos, Element Unique Requirements Attachments, a Threat Prioritization List, and Executive Summaries to ensure clear communication and program alignment

Process & Methodology

Assist in the development and maintenance of an integrated master schedule

Full Job Description

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible. _**Job Description:**_ Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented **AEGIS Based Defense Senior Systems Engineer** to join our team! In this role you will be part of a talented and mission oriented professional team of federal engineers, active-duty Naval Officers and Contract staff who are willing to roll up their sleeves and get missile defense capability out to the Fleet. You will also be part of a team of some of the best and brightest Engineers and scientists our country has to offer. **What You 'll Be Doing:** * Participate actively in Integration Exchanges to resolve design and interface challenges for interdependent capabilities. * Provide technical expertise for the development and upgrading of interceptors, radar systems, and launcher systems. * Support the integration of various components into a cohesive and effective system-of-systems. * Identify, analyze, and mitigate program risks in collaboration with the program office and other stakeholders. * Assist in the development and maintenance of an integrated master schedule. * Support all phases of testing, from planning and preparation to execution and analysis. * Support the Aegis-Based Defense (ABMD) Software Development Program Manager Engineer, In-service Readiness Officer Engineer, and all ABMD Baseline Managers. * Demonstrate proficiency in a wide range of crucial disciplines including Ballistic Missile Defense (BMD) Software Development, Baseline Certification, Training, Risk Management, Safety, Security, Reliability, Cyber/Information Assurance, and Program Protection. * Perform deep analysis

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