Lead Computer Engineer

Pemcco, Inc.
Washington, DC, United States
25 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
10 years minimum
Compensation
$157,102.0 - $259,210.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Systems Engineering Computer Networks Computer Engineering Desktop Computing Software Tools Software Engineering Software Requirements Analysis Verification and Validation (Software) Systems Architecture Systems Integration Performance Testing Computer Equipment
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Information Technology

Job description

As a Lead Computer Engineer, you will serve as a senior technical leader responsible for evaluating system architectures, developing engineering solutions, supporting complex system integration efforts, and guiding technical teams through the full engineering lifecycle.

You will work across hardware, software, networking, and systems engineering disciplines while providing technical leadership and helping ensure successful project execution, operational performance, and customer satisfaction.

If you enjoy leading technical efforts, mentoring engineers, evaluating emerging technologies, and developing innovative solutions to complex challenges, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead the design, development, integration, testing, and evaluation of computer systems and related technologies
  • Analyze system requirements and develop engineering solutions that support mission and program objectives
  • Evaluate existing system architectures and recommend improvements to enhance performance, reliability, scalability, and maintainability
  • Provide technical leadership throughout system design, integration, implementation, testing, and sustainment activities
  • Conduct engineering studies, technical analyses, and feasibility assessments
  • Support the development and implementation of hardware, software, and network solutions
  • Review and assess technical designs, engineering documentation, and system specifications
  • Identify and resolve complex technical issues involving computer systems, networks, hardware, and software
  • Support system verification, validation, and performance testing activities
  • Ensure engineering solutions comply with applicable requirements, standards, and best practices
  • Collaborate with engineers, developers, system administrators, program personnel, and stakeholders
  • Develop technical recommendations, reports, presentations, and briefings for customers and leadership
  • Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and knowledge-sharing to engineers and technical staff, * Support impactful programs that contribute to critical government missions
  • Work with advanced technologies across hardware, software, networking, and systems engineering domains
  • Lead complex engineering initiatives and technical solution development
  • Collaborate with experienced engineering and technology professionals
  • Expand your expertise through challenging and meaningful work
  • Help shape innovative technical solutions that deliver real-world results
  • Share your knowledge and help develop the next generation of technical talent

Work Environment

  • Professional office and technical work environments
  • Work may be performed at company facilities, customer locations, or designated project sites as needed
  • Regular use of computers, engineering tools, and communication systems
  • Frequent collaboration with technical teams, customers, and stakeholders

Requirements

Security Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance if required

Are you a senior engineering professional who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, leading engineering initiatives, and developing innovative technology solutions that support critical government missions?

PEMCCO is seeking a Lead Computer Engineer to lead the design, analysis, integration, testing, implementation, and sustainment of advanced computer systems, software, hardware, and network solutions. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer who enjoys technical leadership, systems architecture, problem-solving, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver mission-critical capabilities.

This opportunity is a strong fit for candidates with experience in computer engineering, systems engineering, software development, systems architecture, networking, systems integration, technical leadership, and enterprise computing environments., * Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mathematics with a concentration in Computer Science, or a related technical discipline

  • Ten (10) years of experience in computer design, software development, computer engineering, computer systems engineering, computer networking, or related technical disciplines
  • Advanced knowledge of computer engineering principles and practices
  • Strong understanding of computer hardware, software, networking, and systems integration concepts
  • Knowledge of systems engineering and software development lifecycles
  • Ability to analyze complex technical requirements and develop innovative engineering solutions
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to lead technical efforts and provide engineering guidance
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance if required

Preferred Experience

  • Experience supporting Department of Defense or Federal Government programs
  • Experience leading complex engineering efforts or technical teams
  • Experience with enterprise computing environments
  • Experience supporting systems integration and testing activities
  • Experience evaluating technical architectures and engineering solutions
  • Advanced technical coursework or specialized training in systems architecture, networking, software engineering, computer systems, or related disciplines
  • Experience mentoring engineers and technical professionals, If you’re an experienced engineering leader looking to solve complex technical challenges, lead innovative projects, and support critical customer missions, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits & conditions

Pulled from the full job description

  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Paid holidays
  • Opportunities for advancement, Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Employee Assistance Program, and other company-sponsored benefits, * Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Additional company-sponsored benefits

About the company

PEMCCO supports complex technical and operational programs by providing skilled professionals who help customers achieve mission success. We offer opportunities to work on impactful projects, solve challenging technical problems, and contribute to innovative solutions that support critical government operations., Join PEMCCO and help design, develop, and deliver the advanced technology solutions that drive mission success.

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