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A local Defense Contractor is looking for Systems Engineers. As a SystemsEngineer, you will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, andmaintaining the training system to ensure optimal ...

... local outreach The Day-to-Day: Wolfspeed is seeking a results-driven Program Manager to own and accelerate program delivery through Wolfspeed's defense contractor partners. Working alongside an ...

Program Manager- Defense

Durham, NC · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

... local outreach The Day-to-Day: Wolfspeed is seeking a results-driven Program Manager to own and accelerate program delivery through Wolfspeed's defense contractor partners. Working alongside an ...

Program Manager- Defense

Durham, NC · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

... local outreach The Day-to-Day: Wolfspeed is seeking a results-driven Program Manager to own and accelerate program delivery through Wolfspeed's defense contractor partners. Working alongside an ...

... local outreach The Day-to-Day: Wolfspeed is seeking a results-driven Program Manager to own and accelerate program delivery through Wolfspeed's defense contractor partners. Working alongside an ...

Manage relationships with contractors and coordinate closely with Navier's defense advisory board ... Ensure all defense-related activities adhere to local and international regulations, including ITAR ...

Manage relationships with contractors and coordinate closely with Navier's defense advisory board ... Ensure all defense-related activities adhere to local and international regulations, including ITAR ...

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Systems Engineer III

Norfolk, VA

Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago


Job description

Job Summary:  A local Defense Contractor is looking for Systems Engineers. As a SystemsEngineer, you will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, andmaintaining the training system to ensure optimal performance and effectivenessfor naval personnel and perform various tasks across multiple systems' life cycles including requirements decomposition/traceability, interface design, risk management, technical reviews, prototyping, and test/fielding support.

Job Responsibilities Include:

  •  Collaboratewith a multidisciplinary team to design, develop, and implement astate-of-the-art training system for Navy    surface ships.
  • Analyze and understand Navy training requirements to ensure the system meetsoperational needs effectively.
  • Develop technical approaches to achieve desired capabilities and ensurerealistic training scenarios.
  • Develop system architecture and design specifications to integrate softwareand hardware components seamlessly into the shipboard training and readinesssystems.
  • Conduct assessments measuring technical progress and effectiveness of plans inmeeting requirements.
  • Leverage use ofCommercial-off-the-Shelf/Government-off-the-Shelf/Non-Developmental Items(COTS/GOTS/NDI) to     support development efforts. 
  • Perform Analysis of Alternatives to assess alternative options for designdecisions.  
  •  Design mechanisms to ensure a cybersecurity resilient system.
  •  Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance during systemdeployment, test, and training exercises for         multiple platforms at variouslabs, sites, and shipboard locations. 
  • Stay current with advancements in technology, Navy training methodologies, andindustry best practices to continuously improve the training system.
  • Lead or attend Technical Interchange Meetings, Integrated Product Teams, andWorking Groups. Â