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# Systems Engineer

- **Company:** DCS Corp
- **Location:** Fort Belvoir, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Systems Analysis, Systems Architecture
- **Published:** August 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9081735/systems-engineer

## About the Role

DCS is seeking a skilled Systems Engineer to support a fast-paced Army product management office in Fort Belvoir, Virginia. In this role you will develop systems engineering documents, processes, procedures and track program milestone documentation. We are looking for a proactive individual with a strong engineering background coupled with a positive, can-do attitude to join our dynamic team., Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and 5 years relevant experience.

Must have a DoD Secret clearance.

Equivalent or experience commensurate with DAWIA Level II Systems Engineering certification.

## Description

Manages systems engineering activities including requirements analyses, functional analyses, design solutions formulation, systems analysis and control, and generation and maintenance of systems architecture products.

Applies system engineering principles and procedures to translate quantified needs/requirements into system performance parameters and the identification of system/item configuration.

Formulates and issues systems engineering documents, processes, procedures and milestones.

Requires knowledge of the Systems Engineering Management Process and Implementation, as applied to the Department of Army/DOW Acquisition Framework process throughout all life cycle phases; knowledge of DOW policies on Systems Engineering, Integrated Product and Process Development (IPPD) and IPT Management; and ability to coordinate design and engineering activities with other related programs and organizations. Provides advice affecting critical programs and technologies.

Serves as engineer point of contact for technical aspects of assigned programs.

Performs design, development, integration, testing, installation, and troubleshooting.

Translates military operational and mission requirements into practical system concepts and performance specifications.

Develops and maintains technical documentation such as specifications, engineering drawings, system interface requirements, and engineering changes.

Participates in post award reviews, program reviews, design reviews, and IPTs as the project engineer and/or technical expert on assigned programs.

Evaluates design efforts to ensure integration of engineering disciplines and adequacy of the analyses performed, bringing in additional technical expertise as needed.

Reviews test plans, procedures, and reports for technical adequacy on assigned programs, for both Government and contractor tests.

Reviews and evaluates system performance against specification requirements, monitors and assesses field performance, and assesses risk of meeting user and specification requirements.

Initiates engineering change proposals and waivers/deviations as required and conducts physical and functional configuration audits.

Reviews program management documents to ensure accuracy and adequacy of technical content.


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