MANTECH

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Systems Engineer to join our team in Wallops Island, VA.  This is an onsite position.

This role is part of the Test and Evaluation (T&E) of the Aegis Weapons System, providing technical and engineering support for the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD).

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Evaluate system-level requirements; write test cases, scenarios, and test procedures to fully validate system capabilities; and execute test procedures

• Perform data analysis and generate concise trouble reports that enable system developers and subject matter experts to understand, recreate, and characterize the impact of identified problems on overall system capabilities

• Work seamlessly within a multi-contractor/government integrated test team. Support government test directors with backup data, research, and analysis to justify test findings and software certification recommendations

• Operate a console during test events, including configuring Data Links and establishing Cooperative Engagement Capability (CEC) Network Operations

• Utilize test articles to visually verify that system requirements are met and manage data recording for troubleshooting and root-cause analysis when requirements fail

• Ability to travel up to 20% (primarily to Moorestown, NJ)

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma with 4+ years of experience with either Aegis Combat System, or Ship Self-Defense System (SSDS) Combat System, including interfacing sensors and ship systems

• 3+ years of experience with Tactical Data Links (Link-11 and Link-16)

• 3+ years of experience with Cooperative Engagement Capability (CEC)

• Working knowledge in the operations of the following sub-modes: Tactical Information Coordinator (TIC), Identification Supervisor (IDS), or Radar Systems Supervisor (RSS)

• 3+ years of recent experience with development or operational real time Naval tactical programs, ex., Aegis or Littoral Combat System (LCS)

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science is highly preferred

• Experience with Next Generation Simulation (NGS) or other military simulation tools

Clearance Requirements:

• Must have current and active Secret security clearance

Physical Requirements:

• The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time. Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, or to communicate with co-workers, management, and customers, via email, phone, and or virtual communication, which may involve delivering presentations.