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# Systems Engineer - Level 1

- **Company:** CyberCore Technologies
- **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD, United States
- **Salary:** $50,000.0 - $90,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Network Analysis, Configuration Management, Information Management, Python (Programming Language), Software Requirements Analysis, Test Scripts, Vba Programming Language
- **Published:** June 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=fda334304bf403be

## About the Role

Do you have experience in VBA?, Do you have a High school diploma or GED?, A Bachelor's degree in a Qualified Engineering Field or a related discipline from an accredited college or university, plus one (1) year of systems engineering experience.
Twelve (12) credit hours of college coursework in one (1) or more of the ISO/IEC 15288 Technical Process Areas may be substituted for the required one (1) year of systems engineering experience.
A High School Diploma or GED and four (4) years of general system engineering experience (any Process Area) may be substituted for a Bachelor's degree.
Experience with coding Python and Visual Basic for applications
Strong experience in applying RF theoretical and academic knowledge in EMI testing of unintended emissions within HF, VHF, and UHF spectrum
Familiar with RF tools (network analyzers, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes) and components (amplifiers, filters, isolators, attenuators, terminators, etc)

Formulating and documenting test plans

Draft and issue technical recommendations through formal test reports

Specify and/or review system and component technical performance requirements to ensure optimal functionality while meeting the E3 noise electric field limit.

Collaborate with internal and external agency stakeholders to ensure technical support enables the E3 Program and customer mission requirements

Must be able to travel 3 times per year for 7-10 days at a time

Active TS/SCI security clearance with a current polygraph is required
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Desired Skills

Preferred but not required to have experience in electromagnetic compatibility testing, electromagnetic interference mitigation, and /or antenna calibration.

## Description

System Engineer 1 applies systems engineering principles throughout the systems life cycle phases: Concept, Development, Production, Utilization, Support, and Retirement. Interacts with the Government regarding Systems Engineering technical considerations and associated problems, issues, or conflicts. Communicates with other program personnel, government overseers, and senior executives. Responsibility for the technical integrity, quality, and completeness of work performed and deliverables associated with one or more of the 25 process areas defined by ISO/IEC15288:

Technical Process Area - Stakeholder Requirements Definition, Requirements Analysis, Architectural Design, Implementation, Integration, Verification, Transition, Validation, Operation, Maintenance, and Disposal;
Project Process Area - Project Planning, Project Assessment and Control, Decision Management, Risk Management, Configuration Management, Information Management, and Measurement;
Enterprise (Organizational Project-Enabling) Process Area - Project Portfolio Management, Infrastructure Management, Lifecycle Model Management, Human Resource Management, and Quality Management;
Agreement Process Area - Acquisition and Supply.


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