Systems Engineer, Journeyman

Company: Zenetex, LLC
Location: Orlando
Posted on: April 10, 2021

Job Description:

ZENETEX is a rapidly growing, energetic, and win-focused enterprise supporting Federal government, military, and civilian agencies. We have offices located in Washington, DC, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, Oklahoma, New Jersey, and California. We are an organization committed to growth and shared success for all stakeholders; we are customer-driven, mission focused, and operate with integrity and trust in all relationships.We have a full-time opportunity for Systems Engineer supporting our NAWCTSD customer on Navigation Seamanship and Shiphandling Training systems project. The mission of NAWCTSD is to ensure that training systems and training devices procured for the Navy meet the necessary requirements to provide realistic and effective training to the Fleet. The candidate shall provide CSS in performing the following work:Analyze technical documentation and prepare technical design approaches for training system(s). The technical design approach shall provide alternative design approaches that will include tradeoff analyses and identify technical risksAnalyze and identify facility requirements such as size of buildings, air conditioning, electrical power and grounding, raised flooring, etc. to satisfy training requirementsDevelop cost and lead-time estimates for training system developmentApply decision analysis techniques to ensure that the engineering approach is cost effective and satisfies the training objectives. Upon determination of the proper engineering approach, prepare a technical description that includes a block diagram and math models. Determine the degree of fidelity of the simulation necessary to maximize the transfer of trainingDevelop quantitative criteria and recommend tradeoffs regarding inputs received from supporting personnel concerning training system change(s)Provide contractor support to plannersDevelop inputs to engineering specifications detailing design, performance, testing, and provisions for the acceptance of the engineering changesAssist with the development of evaluation criteria and evaluate non-competitive technical proposals and work statements submitted by commercial contractors or in-house resources. When appropriate, recommend the best technical approach submitted in response to the specification. Clarify engineering design ambiguities, highlighting areas of design deficiency, and resolving conflicts in the proposed engineering technical approach. Document the configuration, design, and performance characteristics of the proposed training systemConduct market researchDevelop inputs to engineering Specifications and other documents IAW NAWCTSD Orlando's policies and procedures on Technical Procurement Package Preparation and ProcessingReview training system contractor's design approach, criteria, and design reports. Evaluate the design approach, criteria and reports, and provide evaluation commentsContinuously assess training system contractor performance and recommend appropriate action when contractor delinquencies or deficiencies occurRecommend changes to the training systems contract based on revisions to military training requirements, changes to performance characteristics, or plans for product improvementsMonitor the configuration management of the training systemMonitor and assess training system hardware and software development status and provide CSS in resolving related programmatic issuesIdentify problems being encountered in hardware and software development and provide recommendations as to how to resolve these problemsReview the training system contractor's proposed test criteria and test procedures, and subsequently perform examinations and acceptance testsAnalyze potential requirements for modifications on training systems in the operational phase of the training system life cycle. This involves extensive research and coordination, including direct contact with fleet activities, Government laboratories, and device/system usersWhen required, propose technical solutions related to a project during training systems contractor or in-house resource performance. Review waivers and deviations in material, processes, and selection, performance characteristics and testing parameter variancesParticipate in design review conferences and address and evaluate trade-offs concerning maintainability and reliabilityEducation:B.S. in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, visual engineering, aeronautical engineering, aerospace engineering, or mechanical engineeringExperience:Candidate must have approximately 3 or more years of experience with hardware and software design and integration Experience should also include experience with Defense Department acquisition policy and SETR procedures or like experiencePossess the ability to coordinate and integrate the work activities of several different engineering disciplines for more than one project at any one time Possess the ability to communicate with others effectively both orally and in writing in working out solutions to problems or questions relating to the Acquisition programThis position will require U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearanceZENETEX is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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