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Boston Government Services, LLC. (BGS) is seeking a Systems Engineer to support our client in Oak Ridge, TN.

BGS is an engineering, technology, and security firm helping to advance missions of national importance for government programs, national laboratories, national security facilities, nuclear operations, and complex commercial projects. We support clients at every stage, from strategic planning and program management to the execution of project management, procurement, supply chain management, quality, safety, security, nuclear and systems engineering and technical activities. We strive to attract and retain the best talent because it delivers the best results and “Delivery Certainty” for our clients. Our capabilities are based on our experience in complex, secure, and highly regulated environments. We leverage our expertise and capabilities to provide mission-driven integrated services, systems, and solutions tuned to our clients’ mission needs, challenges, requirements, expected results, and strategic direction.

Work that Matters. People that Matter More. At BGS, we believe meaningful work starts with great people. We foster a culture built on respect, collaboration, and accountability—where employees are empowered to contribute ideas, grow professionally, and make an impact. We care about our employees’ well-being through competitive benefits, clear expectations, and an environment that values both excellence and connection.

If you align with BGS’ company values and culture, we would love for you to explore opportunities to join our growing team by checking out the job description below!

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and document high-level requirements for new or proposed projects, translating stakeholder needs into technical specifications.
• Facilitate expansion of high-level requirements into traceable lower-level Systems, Structures, and Components (SSCs) requirements with clear parent-child relationships.
• Implement and maintain requirements in systems integration tools (Visure, DOORS, DOORS Next Gen).
• Establish and enforce requirements quality standards including measurability, testability, traceability, and completeness.
• Define and document interfaces between systems, ensuring both sides of each interface specify performance parameters (flow rates, pressures, temperatures, data protocols, etc.).
• Coordinate interface requirements across facility systems (electrical, mechanical, controls, safety, etc.).
• Write and critically review technical documents (Design Interface Requirements, Engineering Design Specifications, Design Verification Records).
• Support project leads in translating operational needs and safety requirements into equipment design specifications.
• Coordinate with quality assurance to ensure traceability through design, fabrication, and testing.
• Support project leads in risk identification, monitoring, and documentation.
• Assist in developing cost models for proposed projects based on requirements scope.
• Develop and maintain systems engineering standards, templates, and best practices.
• Train engineers on requirements quality principles and systems integration tools.
• Implement model-based systems engineering (MBSE) approaches on projects from concept through detailed design.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or STEM discipline from U.S.-based ABET-accredited university with minimum 3 years relevant experience, OR a Master's degree with 1-2 years of model-based systems engineering (MBSE) experience.
• Familiarity with NQA-1, ISO 9001, or equivalent quality control systems.
• Understanding of design control principles and formal change management.
• Background in hardware based industry with strict workflow and quality assurance standards (nuclear, aerospace, automotive, medical devices, or similar).
• Experience working with suppliers/vendors to define technical specifications and evaluate design responses.
• understanding of requirements hierarchy and flow-down.
• Knowledge of verification methods and their application.
• Familiarity with interface management principles.
• Experience with requirements, traceability and configuration management.
• Demonstrated experience developing technical requirements for hardware systems (mechanical, electrical, controls, instrumentation).
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings, P&IDs, electrical schematics, and control system documentation.
• Must be able to pass a drug screening.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience using systems integration software (DOORS, Visure, GENESYS, or similar requirements management tools).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP) certification.
• Experience with design verification and validation processes (FAT, SAT, commissioning).
• Knowledge of hazardous area classifications, safety instrumented systems, or explosion prevention systems.
• Experience in regulated industries requiring formal requirements management (nuclear, aerospace, FDA regulated).
• Background in process equipment, manufacturing systems, or production facility design.
• Experience with risk management methodologies and risk tracking.
• Experience with cost estimation and project financial planning.
• Familiarity with relevant codes and standards (ASME, NFPA, OSHA, NEC, ISA).

Location/Work Arrangement:

• This position is in Oak Ridge, TN.
• Schedule is full-time, Monday – Friday 40-hour week.

Benefits:

BGS offers a competitive total compensation package to eligible employees. Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid Vacation, 401K, Long and Short-Term Disability.

EEO:

BGS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Exclusive Agreement Disclaimer:

BGS has standing contracts with federal agencies throughout the United States. We require an affirmative exclusive agreement to represent all candidates to our clients. By submitting this application, you are consenting to allow BGS to represent you as a candidate for the role in which you are applying.