Y-12 National Security Complex · 1 day ago
ENG- Lifecycle Systems Engineer
Oak Ridge, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid, Senior LevelY-12 National Security Complex is dedicated to national and global security, and they are seeking a Lifecycle Systems Engineer. The role involves implementing systems engineering principles, leading cross-functional teams, and providing digital engineering solutions to support various projects and programs.
ManufacturingProfessional ServicesSecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Serve as the Systems Engineering technical authority, implementing life cycle systems engineering practices as per ISO-15288, ISO-29148, DOE 413.3-1, and INCOSE for their assigned systems, structures, and projects
Support all phases of systems engineering as required by the project/program from concept, planning, design, execution, integration, testing, and into operations with lifecycle support
Lead and be a member of cross functional teams (CFT) with the fundamental role of implementing a Requirements Engineering Management structure as the CFT plans, executes, and verifies turnover readiness
Facilitate the creation and approval of systems and requirements management deliverables such as Functional & Operational Requirement Documents, System Requirement Documents, Project Scoping Documents, Analysis of Alternatives, Operational Concepts and various others
Use a requirement management software suite to trace and manage requirements, provide requirements gap analyses at critical project milestones or stage gates, and confirm closure of requirement verifications at project completion
Provide Digital Engineering solutions using software tools when applicable, based upon project size and complexity: Vitec Genesys and Cameo Model Based Systems Engineering, IBM DOORS (Classic and Next Generation), Flex SIM, Extend Sim modeling & simulation tools, Model Center
Select LSE’s may support Digital Transformation activity with Y-12 and/or the NSE and developing procedures and guidance for various tools and departmental process
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science in Engineering/Physical Science [Chemistry, Physics, or related] from an Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited program in the United States or designated equivalents from Canada or Mexico, the Washington Accord, or the list of substantially equivalent as documented by ABET. OR MS in Engineering /Physical science. OR PhD in Engineering /Physical science
There is a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) requirement up to 4 years post-graduation at time of offer and confirmed by transcript. Beyond four years from graduation, engineering experience will supersede GPA as a requirement for hire
+ 3.0/4.0 minimum cumulative GPA for Bachelor degree
+ 3.3 minimum cumulative GPA for Master degree
+ 3.5 minimum cumulative GPA for PhD
This posting seeks candidates of various levels of technical experience to account for a variety of candidate education, skills, and relevant experience
Requires a Q clearance; however all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status
The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q clearance is required
This position may require entry into the Material Access Areas (MAA) and participation in the Human Reliability Program (10 C.F.R. Part 712), which requires successful competition of a DOE counterintelligence evaluation and may include a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination
This position may be categorized as a 'designated position' identified by 10 C.F.R. Part 709, requiring successful completion of a DOE counterintelligence evaluation that may include a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination
CNS is a drug-free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement physical, drug screening and background investigation
As an employee, you may be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information or matter
U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants
All employees are subject to being randomly selected for drug testing without advance notification
Preferred
Internship or experience within an engineering, manufacturing, or similar technical environment
High level proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word and Excel, and Adobe Acrobat
Strong technical writing and editing skills
DOORS electronic Requirements Management System
Genesys, Cameo, FlexSIM, Extend Sim Model Based System Engineering
Demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
Strong analytical ability and creative problem-solving skills
Exceptional organizational and time-management skills, with a high level of attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Collaborative, adaptable team player with excellent accountability, ownership, interpersonal, and communication skills
Benefits
Medical plan
Prescription drug plan
Vision plan
Dental plan
Employer matched 401(k) savings plan
Disability coverage
Education reimbursement
Company
Y-12 National Security Complex
Y-12 National Security Complex is a premier manufacturing facility.
Founded in 1943
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jill A. Armstrong, CFCM
Program Coordinator, Strategic Partnership Projects
Mandy Parks, SHRM-SCP
Human Resources Business Partner
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