Lead Senior Systems Engineer with Security Clearance

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Job description

LinQuest is seeking a Lead Senior Systems Engineer to join our team in Albuquerque, NM supporting the Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center Air Delivered Capabilities Directorate. US citizenship and an active Top Secret clearance with ability to obtain SCI and SAP are required. Newly awarded 5 year contract The Lead Systems Engineer shall be responsible for overseeing the systems engineering related aspects of the contract and shall have demonstrated expertise in systems engineering concepts and processes to include MATE philosophies and MBSE methodologies. The Lead Systems Engineer shall serve as the primary technical point of contact and shall serve as the lead for technical discussions and technical issue resolution. This individual shall possess the ability to coordinate cross-functional team efforts to ensure system architecture and design align with project requirements. Responsibilities may include: Support the PI by translating the strategic direction into a feasible technical path to execution
Lead working-level IPT's and provide technical recommendations to the leadership team
Represents the team in a technical capacity to the government customer and externalorganizations
Periodic travel ( once per month) may be required to carry out duties
Required Skills and Experience: Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) degree from accredited institution
8+ years of relevant experience relating to DoD projects such as major weapons systems or major programs (e.g., ACAT)
Experience managing complex systems over their life cycles
Experience with various engineering disciplines such as nuclear, aerospace, electrical, and systems engineering
Must be able to demonstrate engineering principles and concepts in reference to systems engineering
Expertise with requirements development and analysis, and the development of systems engineering-related documents including requirements/specifications, interface control documents, and validation & verification plans
Solid analytical and problem solving skills; able to sort through complex issues and develop clear solutions, provide in-depth technical assessments and identify issues and risks
Effective interpersonal and team-building skills, to engage at both the engineer and management levels
Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Clear and concise written, verbal communications and presentation skills; able to clearly articulate ideas, recommendations and options to the customer
Highly organized, capable of handling multiple competing priorities; able to multi-task, prioritize tasks, and quickly adjust in a dynamic environment
Must be a motivated, self-starter capable of autonomous on-the-job learning/improvement
An active Top Secret clearance with ability to obtain SCI and SAPPreferred Skills and Experience: MS in Engineering
Nuclear weapon system experience
Systems engineering certifications, such as CSEP, ESEP, OCSMPCompensation: The salary for this position ranges from approximately $120,000 to $175,000 depending on relevant experience and qualifications.Why LinQuest? 20 years of excellence from concept to capability LinQuest is a national security space leader that enable defense and intelligence missions through advanced digital solutions and the development, integration, and operation of mission control systems. As a recognized thought leader in Digital Engineering and Digital Transformation, LinQuest delivers the technical capability, innovation, agility and operational expertise to accelerate our Nation's competitive advantage in space. From concept to capability, LinQuest architects integrated end-to-end solutions, enabling Digital Dominance for a Digital Space Force Benefits: LinQuest offers comprehensive and competitive benefit offerings to our team members to include medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, company paid life insurance, and more! For additional information please visit: Qualifications Licenses & Certifications Required Top Secret

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