Embedded Software Engineer Relocation Jobs in North Charleston, SC

Vickers and Nolan Enterprises (VNE) is an engineering company that provides Government projects and programs with experienced and dedicated system architects, engineers, subject matter experts (in tactical intelligence), and program managers. VNE also develops training courses and tools to prepare warfighters to effectively employ tactical intelligence systems and provide management guidance to the Government organizations that develop these systems. VNE has earned a reputation for exceptional performance, innovation, agility, and responsiveness in the Intelligence Community (IC). We attack our mission with a comprehensive understanding of the data available and required; skilled research, design, development, integration, and testing of systems and software solutions; expertise in cybersecurity/information assurance and technology; programmatic, acquisition, and logistics support know-how; and our own unique training curricula that enables students to excel at intelligence operations across all levels of the community. VNE is devoted to improving tactical operations at home and abroad by enabling the seamless transition of data across the intelligence community and developing/integrating solutions to unify operations and intelligence. VNE is a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) founded in 2004 in Stafford, VA. Qualifications VNE, LLC is looking for a Cleared Lead Engineer Minimum Qualifications: Education: * BS degree in Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or other engineering related field. Experience: * Minimum of ten (10) years of experience supporting programs involving hardware, electrical, or integrated system engineering, to include: * System architecture and design * Electrical and hardware system development * Integration of multi-domain systems (RF, power, communications equipment) * Test and evaluation of hardware systems * Development of engineering documentation and technical data packages * Experience leading multi-disciplinary engineering efforts and serving as a technical authority for hardware/system integration * Leading and participating in program reviews (System Requirements Review, Preliminary Design Review, Critical Design Review, Test Readiness Review, Functional Configuration Audit, Physical Configuration Audit, and others) and providing technical recommendations to Government stakeholders * Development of engineering documentation, including: * Technical Data Packages (TDPs) * Schematics and wiring diagrams * Interface Control Documents (ICDs) * Performance and system specifications * Trade studies and Analysis of Alternatives (AoAs) * Requirements Traceability Matrices (RTMs) * Experience may be achieved concurrently across multiple technical areas. * Secret level Clearance required. Must be able to obtain TS/SCI Job Description: VNE is seeking a Lead Engineer (LE) to support the research, development, integration, test and evaluation, fielding, documentation, and sustainment of DoD hardware systems and electrical/electronic architectures. This role supports SIGINT, EW, and other systems, with emphasis on hardware integration, power systems, RF systems, and platform-level engineering across ground, vehicular, and deployable environments. The Lead Engineer will work with project/program managers to provide technical leadership across the full system lifecycle, ensuring successful delivery of hardware-centric solutions that meet mission and performance requirements. The Engineering Lead provides engineering management expertise in the following areas: * Design, development, and integration of hardware and electrical systems, including RF subsystems, power distribution, embedded electronics, and platform integration kits (PIKs) * System architecture development and allocation of electrical, mechanical, and interface requirements across the systems * Hardware integration and interoperability across sensors, communications equipment, power systems, and external interfaces * Development and management of engineering documentation, including Technical Data Packages (TDPs), drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, Interface Control Documents (ICDs), and Bills of Materials (BOMs) * Configuration management and lifecycle sustainment of hardware systems, including obsolescence management and upgrade planning * Coordination with cross-functional teams (engineering, testing, production, logistics, and system operators) to ensure integrated system performance meets operational requirements. * Technical oversight of prototype builds, fielding kits, and production efforts, including vendor coordination and manufacturing support. * Program and stakeholder engagement, including participation in design reviews and audits (SRR, PDR, CDR, FCA, PCA), technical interchange meetings, and customer briefing. Essential Duties of the Job: * Ability to communicate task requirement information to client in a clear and concise manner. * Must be able to sit and stand for prolonged periods of time, as well as lead and participate in meetings and working groups. * Requires visual acuity to use a keyboard. * Must be able to attend work each day, during scheduled hours, unless on travel or approved time off. * Ability to work on computer for long periods, and communicate with individuals by telephone, email and face-to-face Physical Demands and Work Environment: * While performing duties of job, employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hand to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. * Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. * Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. * May be exposed to chemicals related to office equipment. * The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate (i.e. general office environment). Benefits: * 401 (K) w/ up to 3.5% Company Match * Health, Dental & Vision Insurance * Basic & Supplemental Life Insurance * Short & Long Term Disability Insurance * Flexible Spending Account * 11 Paid Holidays * Paid Time Off (PTO) * Gym Membership (varies by location) * Corporate-Sponsored Events