Systems Engineer VI

As a Systems Engineer 6, you will be responsible for leading the full technical execution of major programs, ensuring cost, schedule, and quality while overseeing complex lab infrastructure and networks that support advanced solution testing. It also serves as a key technical liaison to government stakeholders and senior leaders, resolving highimpact issues and influencing program direction. Additionally, the role mentors junior engineers and provides handson support to maintain smooth and reliable lab operations., * Direct end-to-end execution, cost, schedule, and quality for major product lines or mission critical programs

• Lab Management: Organize and plan lab infrastructure, and networks to support testing of new solutions
• Interface directly with government overseers, customers and senior executives to resolve technical conflicts
• Guide and mentor junior engineers to foster a culture of technical excellence
• Provide general support and resolve problems, in support of lab operations.

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI with FS Polygraph U.S. Government Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required, as this position necessitates an active U.S. Government Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens are not eligible to obtain a U.S. security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations, and illegal drug use., * Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field with 14+ years (or Master’s with 12+ years or PhD with 10+ years) of relative engineering experience required. Experience in lieu of degrees will be assessed on a case by case basis.

• Previous knowledge of computer machine room operations, power, space and cooling, and experience installing rack mounted computer hardware and network switches.
• Additional desired experience includes hardware experience, ground radio technician, installing new systems at OCONUS field sites, managing computer machine rooms.
• Knowledge of endtoend flow analysis from radio frequency through demodulation and digitization to processing systems.
• Knowledge and experience in recognized SIGINT, EW, and Cyber disciplines, supported by a minimum of 20 years of work and achievements in these fields.
• Skill in leading SIGINT organizations or managing computer machine room operations, with at least five (5) years of leadership experience in one of these areas.
• Ability to perform, direct, and guide complex SIGINT systems and/or computer room functionality, with a minimum of ten (10) years of relevant experience.
• Ability to define requirements and allocate system functions.
• Skill in conducting system requirements gathering, analysis, and formal reviews.
• Knowledge and ability to develop CONOPs, Program Management Plans, and interfacing standards.
• Ability to define system architecture and generate design documentation, including proficiency with MS Visio.
• Ability to conduct and manage technical and nontechnical assessments.

Pulled from the full job description

• Tuition reimbursement
• AD&D insurance
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance, * Comprehensive benefits including health, dental and vision for the employee and family
• 401k Plan with a company contribution; fully vested immediately
• Company paid Life and AD&D insurance
• Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 10 paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

Calvert Systems is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business headquartered in Bellevue, Nebraska, with operations in twelve states including the District of Columbia. With over 20 years of trusted support to the Department of Defense, Calvert combines the strength of deep mission expertise, a workforce composed largely of veterans with the values of a family business culture. Our team is committed to exceeding customer expectations by leveraging a rich blend of operational experience, technical excellence, and a strong commitment to service.