Senior Systems Engineer -Secret - Alexandria, VA - Military veterans preferred

Senior Systems Engineer

Secret Clearance

Alexandria, VA

Check out this great opportunity to join one of GDIT’s fastest long-standing growing programs! US Battlefield Information Collection and Exploitation System eXtended (US BICES-X) is a cutting-edge program supporting DoD intelligence information sharing on current and emerging global threats to mission and coalition partners and emerging nations. With an internationally dispersed team supporting each combatant command, the US BICES-X team is in direct support of the war fighter and their missions. We are seeking a creative and driven professional with a passion for solving real world issues on a cross-functional, fast paced team.

Designs and defines system architecture for new or existing computer systems.

1. Proficient with VMWare ESXi, VMWare vSAN, Microsoft Active Directory, & Microsoft Exchange
2. Performs complex systems development and design work that may include logic design, I/O design, firmware development, model formulation, manufacturing and development cost projections, computer architecture analysis and design, and analog or digital systems engineering.
3. Performs systems modeling, simulation, and analysis.
4. Reviews completion and implementation of system additions and/or enhancements and makes recommendations to management and/or clients.
5. Plans and directs upgrades of operating systems and designs systems enhancements.
6. Develops documentation on new or existing systems.
7. Develops and directs tests to ensure systems meet documented user requirements.
8. Identifies, analyzes, and resolves system problems.
9. Provides system/equipment/specialized training and technical guidance.
10. Determines system specifications, input/output processes, and working parameters for hardware/software compatibility.
11. Provides guidance and work leadership to less-experienced systems engineers and may have supervisory responsibilities.
12. Serves as liaison with clients, participating in meetings to ensure client needs are met.
13. Maintains current knowledge of relevant technology as assigned.
14. Participates in special projects as required.

1. 8 or more years of related systems engineering experience.
2. Advanced knowledge of systems engineering principles, methods, and techniques.
3. Knowledge of the associated hardware, software, and equipment.
4. Professional certification in one or more specific technologies may be required, depending on job assignment.
5. Must possess and maintain a Secret Clearance.
6. Must meet DoD 8570 requirements and be eligible for IAT level II access upon hire for positions with elevated privileges and must obtain ITIL V3 Foundation within six months of hire.
7. Depending on job assignment, additional specific certifications may be required.
8. This position may be required to complete short-term deployments to austere locations worldwide.
9. The work is typically performed in an office environment, which requires normal safety precautions; work may require some physical effort in the handling of light materials, boxes or equipment.
The above job description is not intended to be, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job.
Requests for reasonable accommodations will be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the principal (essential) functions of this job.  #BICES and #CJPOST

For more than 50 years, General Dynamics Information Technology has served as a trusted provider of information technology, systems engineering, training and professional services to customers across federal, state, and local governments, and in the commercial sector. Over 40,000 GDIT professionals deliver enterprise solutions, manage mission-critical IT programs and provide mission support services worldwide. GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.

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1. Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, technical training, or work/military experience.