Chantilly, VA, US
31 days ago
Space Communications System Engineer
Returning Candidate? Log back in! Space Communications System Engineer Job Locations US-VA-Chantilly ID 2023-4872 Category Engineering Position Type Regular Full-Time Telecommute Options No remote/telework allowed Overview

Arcfield is a leading provider of full lifecycle, mission-focused systems engineering and integration capabilities to the U.S. government and its allies. The company has more than 60 years of proven experience providing advanced engineering and analysis, IT and C5ISR capabilities to support our nation’s most critical national security missions. Headquartered in Chantilly, VA and with 16 offices around the world, Arcfield employs approximately 1,200 engineers, analysts, IT specialists, and other professionals who put our customers’ missions first, helping them solve their most complex challenges through innovations in modeling, simulation and analysis, digital transformation and C5ISR. Visit arcfield.com for more details.

Responsibilities

Arcfield is seeking a Systems Engineer Acquisition Specialist (System Engineer Senior Technical Specialist) to provide Systems Engineering Technical Advisory (SETA) support to a government customer for the planning and acquisition of space and ground based communication systems.
As the System Engineer Acquisition Specialist, you will provide Acquisition and Program Management Support to development efforts aimed at designing and delivering critical cutting-edge components of the future architecture.

 

In this position the qualified candidate will:

Develop acquisition strategies and acquisition documentation enabling program development and implementationSupport acquisition planning, solicitation, evaluation, award, and execution for study and development using a variety of contracting methods, such as Broad Agency Announcements (BAAs), Other Transaction Agreements (OTAs) and FAR based competitive awards.Draft acquisition artifacts such as statements of work (SOW), Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRL), and proposal evaluation criteriaCoordinate across Program Offices for collaboration on system requirements, acquisition strategies and transition of prototype hardware to baseline programsProvide acquisition advisory services during technical and cost evaluations of proposalsEffectively work with development teams to track technical progress, identify risks, and assess technical solutions Qualifications

Required Skills:

Bachelor’s (or equivalent) in engineering or business administration related field with 12 to 15 years of experience or 10 to 13 years of experience with Master’s in engineering or business administration related field or 8 to 10 years of experience with Ph.D. in engineering or business administration related field.Must possess and have the ability to maintain a TS/SCI with Poly.Experience with Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) and/or Systems Engineering Integration and Test (SEIT) support.Experience with acquisition and contracting strategies, plans and associated documents for traditional competitive as well as alternate acquisition approaches (such as BAA and OTA).Experience in Space Communication or related fieldStrong representational, oral, and written communications skills, including the ability to produce clear, logical, and concise products.Proven organization and interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to interface effectively via written and oral forums with personnel at all levels of government.

 

Desired Skills:

Ability to effectively use Microsoft Office products as planning and communication toolsFamiliar with MBSE/Digital Engineering, AGILE development, cloud technologies. EEO Statement


EEO

Arcfield proactively fulfills its role as an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, marital status, physical or mental disability, status as a Disabled Veteran, Recently Separated Veteran, Active-Duty Wartime or Campaign Badge Veteran, Armed Forces Services Medal, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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