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SimVentions is 100% employee-owned and proudly ranked among Virginia’s Best Places to Work year after year!  We are looking for a driven Systems Engineer to join our team in supporting the AN/SLQ-32(V)7 Electronic Warfare Spectrum Operations (EWSO) program. This role is pivotal in bridging the gap between high-end Electronic Warfare (EW) capabilities and Integrated Combat Systems. The successful candidate will apply core systems engineering principles—including requirements maturation, system-of-systems integration, and lifecycle validation—to ensure the warfighter has a resilient and effective EW suite. You will work directly with government stakeholders to mature the (V)7 variant, moving from abstract mission needs into validated tactical scenarios and data-backed performance analysis.

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

• United States Citizenship
• Active Secret Clearance (or above)
• Minimum 5+ years (Journeyman) of systems engineering experience. Candidates with significant experience in Electronic Warfare or Combat Systems may be considered for a Senior Engineer level.
• Demonstrated experience in requirements development, system design documentation, and the technical review process.
• Strong ability to analyze complex, multi-domain datasets and author formal, compliant technical reports, test plans, and executive briefs.
• Proven ability to develop system requirements and technical documentation.
• Experience with tactical simulators (e.g., TACSIM or similar) and the ability to design/run test scenarios.
• Strong capability to analyze complex datasets and translate them into formal, compliant test reports and briefs.
• Comfortable working 100% on-site in a government lab environment and participating in high-level technical meetings.

• Full Lifecycle Systems Engineering: Lead the technical analysis and integration of the AN/SLQ-32(V)7 variant into larger shipboard Combat Systems (e.g., Aegis), ensuring interoperability and mission success.
• Requirements Engineering: Drive the definition, decomposition, and traceability of system-level requirements. Translate high-level operational needs into detailed technical specifications for EW software and hardware components.
• Technical Stakeholder Management: Act as a technical subject matter expert during formal reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR), design sit-downs, and working groups, ensuring technical integrity across the program lifecycle.
• Modeling & Simulation (M&S): Develop complex test scenarios within tactical simulation environments (such as TACSIM) to model AN/SLQ-32(V)7 performance against representative threats.
• System Validation & Troubleshooting: Execute simulation runs, identify system anomalies, and perform root-cause analysis to resolve integration blockers between EW suites and combat management systems.
• Data-Driven Decision Support: Collect, reduce, and analyze tactical data from simulation and test events. Draft formal technical reports and briefs that translate raw data into actionable engineering recommendations.
• Verification & Validation (V&V): Support approximately one major Test & Evaluation (T&E) event per month, validating that system performance meets established benchmarks in tactically relevant environments.

• EW/Combat Systems: Direct experience with the AN/SLQ-32 family of systems or Aegis Weapon System integration.
• Specific Program Knowledge: Familiarity with Electronic Warfare (EW) mission areas and the SEWIP program.
• Self-Starter: Ability to troubleshoot simulation runs and technical issues independently with minimal guidance.
• Systems Integration: Experience with System-of-Systems (SoS) integration, specifically regarding sensor-to-shooter loops or electromagnetic spectrum operations.
• Testing Rigor: Experience defining "Success Criteria" and "Measures of Performance" (MOPs/MOEs) for complex, multi-domain system tests.
• Tools: Familiarity with requirements management tools (e.g., DOORS) or Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies.

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 $100,000 - $140,000 (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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