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USAJOBS · 3 hours ago

Systems Engineer - Entry to Mid Level (Maryland)

Fort Meade, Maryland, USA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry, Mid Level

$87K/yr - $153K/yr

0+ years exp

USAJOBS is seeking a Systems Engineer to support intelligence operations at the NSA. The role involves developing and enhancing systems and tools, advising on scientific projects, and contributing to national security efforts.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop and enhance systems and tools that support intelligence operations

Advise on, administer, and perform scientific projects such as planning, designing, and constructing specialized equipment

Qualification

Engineering degreeTechnical field degreeSystems engineering principlesDifferential calculusIntegral calculusComputer systemsSoftware developmentProblem-solvingCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsLeadership skills

Required

Degree must be in either Engineering or a relevant technical field (for example, computer science, mathematics, or physics)

For all of the above degrees, if program is not ABET accredited, it must include specified coursework

Specified coursework includes courses in differential and integral calculus and 5 of the following 18 areas: (a) statics or dynamics, (b) strength of materials/stress-strain relationships, (c) fluid mechanics, hydraulics, (d) thermodynamics, (e) electromagnetic fields, (f) nature and properties of materials/relating particle and aggregate structure to properties, (g) solid state electronics, (h) microprocessor applications, (i) computer systems, (j) signal processing, (k) digital design, (l) systems and control theory, (m) circuits or generalized circuits, (n) communication systems, (o) power systems, (p) computer networks, (q) software development, (r) any other comparable area of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, or soil mechanics

Relevant experience must be in engineering systems over their lifecycle (for example, conception, design & development, testing, production, distribution/deployment, operation, maintenance & support, decommissioning)

With an Engineering degree, entry is with a Bachelor's degree and no experience. OR, with a degree in a relevant technical field (for example, computer science, mathematics, or physics), entry is with a Bachelor's degree plus 1 year of relevant experience

With an Engineering degree, entry is with a Bachelor's degree plus 3 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree plus 1 year of relevant experience, or a Doctoral degree and no experience. OR, with a degree in a relevant technical field (for example, computer science, mathematics, or physics), entry is with a Bachelor's degree plus 3 years of relevant experience, or a Master's or Doctoral degree plus 1 year of relevant experience

Preferred

Knowledge, skills, and experience in one or more of the following areas are highly desired: systems engineering principles such as technology/system readiness assessment, modeling and simulation, security design engineering, and test evaluation and integration; systems architecture, framework, and standards

While not mandatory, Systems Engineering Certifications (i.e., DAWIA Certification, CISCO, and INCOSE) are beneficial and can enhance your qualifications