Weapon System Engineer
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Job Description:
Parsons is looking for a Weapon Systems Engineer to join our team in Dahlgren, VA! In this role you will join the fight at an exciting time when naval surface weapons are needed as much as ever. New and emerging threats continue to present challenges that we meet with novel approaches to combat adapting enemy tactics. At Dahlgren, we are working to bring new technology to the Warfighter, continuously improve system performance, and ensure the US Navy maintains the solutions required for ship self-defense while bringing the means to project force.
Project Background
Parsons is providing support to the Gun Weapon System (GWS) program, specifically within the MK 160 Gun Computer System (GCS). This USN Program of Record provides the fire control solution and gun mount control to accurately aim and fire the naval surface guns aboard multiple classes of ships in the fleet. GWS with GCS is integrated as a certified element of the AEGIS Combat System. Our system engineers bring critical skills to support the development, test, integration, and deployment of in-service systems.
* Work is on-site at NSWC Dahlgren in King George, VA.*
What you will be doing:
- Technical leadership for a team of engineers, software developers, and testers
- Develop new or modified system requirements
- Provide acceptance criteria for developer testing, acceptance testing, and integration testing
- Develop system requirements and designs for weapon systems or fire control systems including:
- System Architecture designs/models
- System Interface Specifications
- System Requirements Documents
- Software Requirements Specifications
- Conduct system-of-system integration testing
- Integrate with live combat system and other elements
- Identify requirements deficiencies
- Support the IV&V team’s test procedure development
What required experience you bring:
- B.S. STEM related degree (or higher)
- 8+ Years of System Engineering Experience
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance
- Experience working in cross product System Engineering Working Groups and contributing to System Engineering Technical Reviews
What desired experience you bring:
- Prior USN (military or civilian) experience desired
- Familiarity with USN CONOPS
- Experience with AEGIS combat system interfaces, or similar SoS weapons systems desired
- Experience working with Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence)
Security Clearance Requirement:
A security clearance is not required to apply; however, the selected candidate must be able to obtain a Secret clearance which requires U.S. citizenship, prior to the start date.This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.Salary Range: $103,500.00 - $181,100.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.
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