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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Systems Engineer (S) - **Company:** After School Matters, Inc. - **Location:** Dahlgren, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, JIRA, Cross-Origin Resource Sharing (Ajax Programming), High-Level Architecture, Microsoft Project, Software Requirements Analysis, Verification and Validation (Software), Systems Integration, SC Clearance - **Published:** August 20, 2026 - **Apply:** https://simisinc.applytojob.com/apply/Lt851epyiN/Senior-Systems-Engineer-S?source=GS ## About the Role * Eight (8) years of systems engineering experience with three (3) years in leadership roles * Mandatory: Must meet DOD 8570 requirements for Information Assurance Technician (IAT) Level II * Experience with AEGIS Combat System engineering including SPY Radar, Command & Decision, and Weapons Control Systems * Demonstrated ability to lead systems engineering lifecycle activities from requirements through deployment * Experience with Distributed Interface System (DIS) and High Level Architecture (HLA) compliant systems * Knowledge of simulation systems including NGS, OASIS, JSAF, and tactical training environments * Experience developing and reviewing system requirements, specifications, and technical documentation * Strong leadership and communication skills with ability to interface at executive levels * Knowledge of Navy tactical systems and combat information center operations * SECRET clearance, * Preferred: Master's degree in Systems Engineering * Professional Engineering License * Experience with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira) * Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams * Experience with government reporting requirements and CDRL deliverables * Experience with DoD acquisition processes Special Skills/Knowledge/Training Required/Desired: * Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP) * Project Management Professional (PMP) certification * Experience with NSWCDD or Navy programs * Experience with classified program management, Do you possess at least eight (8) years of systems engineering experience with three (3) years in leadership roles?* Do you possess a Secret Clearance?* Do you have experience managing multi-site operations with distributed teams across multiple geographic locations?* Do you have experience with AEGIS Combat System engineering including SPY Radar, Command & Decision, and Weapons Control Systems?* ## Description SimIS, Inc. seeks a Senior Systems Engineer to lead systems engineering activities for a U.S. Navy Training Command. This position provides technical leadership for complex simulation and training systems including requirements analysis, system integration, verification and validation, and technical oversight of engineering teams supporting shore-based training systems. The candidate performs the following specific assignments: * Provide leadership and guidance using experience gained from in depth AEGIS Combat System engineering including SPY Radar, Command & Decision, and Weapons Control Systems * Lead systems engineering lifecycle activities from requirements through deployment * Experience with Distributed Interface System (DIS) and High-Level Architecture (HLA) compliant systems * Apply knowledge of simulation systems including NGS, OASIS, JSAF, and tactical training environments * Deliver expertise in developing and reviewing system requirements, specifications, and technical documentation * Manage multi-site operations with distributed teams across multiple geographic locations * Manage contract performance management, cost control, and schedule adherence * Serve as POC with government Contracting Officers, CORs, and senior military leadership * Use experience gained to manage complex technical programs involving simulation systems and training environments * Use experience with risk management, quality assurance, and vendor management activities to meet all deliverables, timelines, expectations. ## Related Videos - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [ WeAreDevelopers LIVE - the weekly developer show with Chris Heilmann and Daniel Cranney](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1365-wearedevelopers-live-the-weekly-developer-show-with-chris-heilmann-and-daniel-cranney) - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [One Pipeline, Three Regulator - SBOM Compliance for the Developer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100169-one-pipeline-three-regulator-sbom-compliance-for-the-developer) - [AI Boss Deletes Emails with AI, Stopping Ageing & Battery Life Breakthrough - Kumar McMillan](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1820-ai-boss-deletes-emails-with-ai-stopping-ageing-battery-life-breakthrough-kumar-mcmillan) - [Collaboration Quantified: Lessons from Open Source Developer Networks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1422-collaboration-quantified-lessons-from-open-source-developer-networks) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering) - [Software Engineer Career: Things You Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/143-software-engineer-career-things-you-should-know) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [The Ultimate Software Engineer Career Path Guide for 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/146-the-ultimate-software-engineer-career-path-guide-for-2023) - [Is Software Engineering Hard?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/448-is-software-engineering-hard)