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Demand Side Management Analyst

Reno, NV · On-site +1

... Data Scientists and/or Engineers, and may include team leader roles for candidates who have ... The firm partners with utilities, commercial, industrial, data center, and government clients, and ...

Qualus

Demand Side Management Analyst

Reno, NV · On-site +1

... Data Scientists and/or Engineers, and may include team leader roles for candidates who have ... The firm partners with utilities, commercial, industrial, data center, and government clients, and ...

Mission Support and Test Services, LLC

Senior Scientist

NV · On-site

$86K - $118K/yr

Collect and analyze radiological data from a variety of platforms, and advise public safety ... government agencies. * Must be willing and able to perform work during non-standard hours, take ...

Scientific Games

Tech Ops Engineer

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

... choice for government lotteries. From cutting-edge backend systems to exciting entertainment ... data analytics and iLottery. Built on a foundation of trusted partnerships, Scientific Games ...

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Systems Engineer

Scientific Research Corporation

North Las Vegas, NV • On-site

$62K - $104K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

Estimated Starting Salary Range: USD $62,550.00/Yr. - USD $104,250.00/Yr. Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Serving as subject matter expert (SME) to support development, integration, fielding, and sustainment of numerous high power and low power RF systems representing potential military threat systems. The RF simulator systems may be transportable/relatable/remote controlled as required to represent adversary air defense systems and prevailing technology. The emitters will be a combination of open-loop, closed-loop, conventional, and phased array emitter systems.


  • Providing expert systems/equipment analysis and recommendations to leadership and engineering teams
  • Serving as a systems integration and sustainment engineer working with vendors to field systems ensuring the following elements are addressed:
    • Identifying and documenting system level open-loop emitter and closed-loop radar requirements for range integration to include power, communication, instrumentation and command & control
    • Validating existing power, communications, instrumentation and command and control (C2) range interface control documents (ICDs) and update/re-create as necessary
    • Developing remote operations concept and infrastructure requirements
    • Supporting development of the new threat capabilities that include Concept of Employment & Life-Cycle Support
    • Documenting range modernization needs and generate cost estimates to upgrade the ranges to meet an Advanced Range Capabilities that best replicate adversary air defense
  • Recommending test, equipment modification, and correction to design deficiencies through evaluation of operational capability of systems/equipment and review of performance data against standards
  • Providing troubleshooting support to existing RF systems, to include technical mentorship of junior engineers and technicians, and developing innovative approaches to problem solving

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  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering discipline
  • Two years or more of applicable Radio Frequency (RF) / threat (electronic warfare systems) engineering experience
  • Knowledge of and experience with military Technical Orders (TO), and troubleshooting procedures on RF and electronic warfare (EW) systems
  • Experience with Input/Output (IO)-related systems analysis and design to serve as technical authority on a wide range of technology and applications. Must have knowledge of emerging technology to apply new solutions to requirements and to plan and sustain advanced projects
  • Ability to develop new approaches, establish innovative techniques, and identify measurement and evaluation criteria to determine system effectiveness, develop new or modified work methods, and analyze and resolve highly complex problems
  • Ability to communicate complex concepts, orally and in writing
  • Knowledge and understanding of current engineering practices and standards. Apply the principles and techniques of electrical engineering design to specific projects
  • Ability to manage engineering projects efficiently and effectively
  • Ability to provide technical direction to other engineers, technicians and support personnel
  • Ability to communicate effectively and tactfully in both oral and written form
  • Ability to write and prepare a variety of technical reports, manuals and other types of written communications
  • Ability to analyze data, resolve problems and make decisions independently

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SRC IS A CONTRACTOR FOR THE U.S. GOVERNMENT, THIS POSITION WILL REQUIRE U.S. CITIZENSHIP AS WELL AS, A U.S. GOVERNMENT SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE SECRET LEVEL


  • This position will require travel to the Nevada Test and Training Range on a weekly basis

Scientific Research Corporation is an advanced information technology and engineering company that provides innovative products and services to government and private industry, as well as independent institutions. At the core of our capabilities is a seasoned team of highly skilled engineers and scientists with multidisciplinary backgrounds. This team is challenged daily to provide cutting edge technology solutions to our clients.

SRC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with a company match, life insurance, vacation and sick paid time off accruals with amounts increasing based on role and years of service, 11 paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and a work environment that encourages excellence and more. For positions requiring a security clearance, selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.


Scientific Research Corporation is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate in employment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.

Scientific Research Corporation endeavors to make www.scires.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact jobs@scires.com for assistance. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

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