Entry Level Computer Science Jobs in Fredericksburg, VA

SimVentions is searching for an entry-level Systems Engineer (SE) to join our team in support of the Tactical Tomahawk Weapons Control System (TTWCS). The SE will work on a diverse team with fellow SimVentions’ Systems Engineers and government personnel. The ideal candidate will have experience with MBSE methods and tools, developing system designs and requirements, and participating in working groups and integrated product teams (IPT). The ideal candidate will be able to perform core engineering tasks (develop requirements, define interface updates, update architectural diagrams, etc.). An understanding of MBSE and how to apply its methods and principles to completing engineering tasks is highly desired.

An ACTIVE Secret Clearance is required for this position. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. US Citizenship is required to obtain a clearance.

• Must have US citizenship.
• Must be detail oriented.
• Must be able to learn quickly.
• Must be able to effectively communicate and disseminate information verbally and in writing.
• Must be able to work on a diverse team with other contractors and government personnel.

• Determine impacts on the weapon system, requirements, and other design specifications during engineering development.
• Review, analyze, and create requirements at multiple levels (SSS, SSDD, SRS, HRS) for weapon system capability and functionality.
• Develop Candidate Change Packages (CCP) to engineer new system capabilities and document design details and impacts in models and engineering documents.
• Review, analyze, and develop system architectures, utilizing modeling tools such as MagicDraw.
• Provide human factors engineering, prototyping, and analysis support for the development and maintenance of the system user interface requirements and specifications (e.g., the Human Computer Interface (HCI) Design Specification).
• Review, analyze, provide inputs, make updates, and adjudicate comments for external interface documents.
• Create change requests (CR) and resolve CRs related to system problems and/or discrepancies between design documentation and system functionality.
• Provide engineering expertise during IPT meetings, Engineering Review Boards (ERB), Deficiency Review Boards (DRB), Change Review Boards (CRB), and Interface Working Groups (IWG) by performing package development, package review, and comment and documentation of results.
• Attend and actively engage with others at weekly team meetings and other scheduled meetings.
• Communicate meeting and engineering summaries verbally and in writing, including the ability to provide technical briefs, defend engineering and design decisions, present at meetings, and provide tasking and schedule statuses.

• Engineering experience, especially with DoD programs or weapon systems, in concept definition, architecture development, requirements definition, and initial and detailed system design activities.
• Understanding of MBSE and experience applying its methods and principles to completing engineering tasks.
• Experience using Cameo and/or other modeling tools to perform system engineering tasks.
• Experience using Jira to document and track CRs as well as tracking tasks.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, and Word.

Compensation at SimVentions is determined by a number of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, education, training, security clearance, work location, skills, knowledge, and competencies, as well as alignment with our corporate compensation plan and contract specific requirements.

The projected annual compensation range for this position is $60,000 - $100,000 (USD). This estimate reflects the standard salary range for this position and is just one component of the total compensation package that SimVentions offers. 

At SimVentions, we’re committed to supporting the total well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefit offerings include comprehensive health and welfare plans to serve a variety of needs. 

We offer:

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Competitive 401(k) programs
• Retirement and Financial Counselors
• Health Savings and Health Reimbursement Accounts
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life insurance, short- & long-term disability
• Continuing Education Assistance
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Paid Leave (e.g., Maternity, Paternity, Jury Duty, Bereavement, Military)
• Third Party Employee Assistance Program that offers emotional and lifestyle well-being services, to include free counseling
• Supplemental Benefit Program 

SimVentions is about more than just being a place to work with other growth-orientated technically exceptional experts. It’s also a fun place to work. Our family-friendly atmosphere encourages our employee-owners to imagine, create, explore, discover, and do great things together.

Support Our Warfighters

SimVentions is a proud supporter of the U.S. military, and we take pride in our ability to provide relevant, game-changing solutions to our armed men and women around the world.

Drive Customer Success

We deliver innovative products and solutions that go beyond the expected. This means you can expect to work with a team that will allow you to grow, have a voice, and make an impact.
Get Involved in Giving Back

We believe a well-rounded company starts with well-rounded employees, which is why we offer diverse service opportunities for our team throughout the year.

Build Innovative Technology

SimVentions takes pride in its innovative and cutting-edge technology, so you can be sure that whatever project you work on, you will be having a direct impact on our customer’s success.

Work with Brilliant People

We don’t just hire the smartest people; we seek experienced, creative individuals who are passionate about their work and thrive in our unique culture.

Create Meaningful Solutions

We are trusted partners with our customers and are provided challenging and meaningful requirements to help them solve.

Employees who join SimVentions will enjoy additional perks like:

• Employee Ownership: Work with the best and help build YOUR company!
• Family focus: Work for a team that recognizes the importance of family time.
• Culture: Add to our culture of technical excellence and collaboration.
• Dress code: Business casual, we like to be comfortable while we work.
• Resources:  Excellent facilities, tools, and training opportunities to grow in your field.
• Open communication: Work in an environment where your voice matters.
• Corporate Fellowship:  Opportunities to participate in company sports teams and employee-led interest groups for personal and professional development.
• Employee Appreciation: Multiple corporate events throughout the year, including Holiday Events, Company Picnic, Imagineering Day, and more.
• Founding Partner of the FredNats Baseball team: Equitable distribution of tickets for every home game to be enjoyed by our employee-owners and their families from our private suite.
• Food: We have a lot of food around here!

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