System Engineer 2 ELINT (APT - 016)

6 Months ago • 14 Years + • Systems Design

Job Summary

Job Description

This System Engineer 2 ELINT role requires a strong background in ELINT collection and processing systems, including experience with GOTS and COTS applications, RF tuners, switching and processing hardware, metadata/product repositories, and storage systems. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of DF theory, antenna arrays, signal processing, data storage, and real-time data streaming. They will also be proficient in developing technical documentation, such as FRDs, SOWs, and ECPs, and possess a solid understanding of ELINT report generation. The role involves technical expertise, system acquisitions oversight, requirement definition, system upgrade and enhancement, and life-cycle support of deployed systems. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as is the ability to work independently and as part of a team. The position may require travel to OCONUS locations for up to six weeks per year.
Must have:
  • 14 years' experience as a System Engineer
  • Bachelor’s degree in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or related discipline
  • Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph
  • Experience with ELINT collection and processing systems
  • Understanding of DF theory
  • Experience with Omni and DF antenna arrays
  • Understanding of ELINT report generation
  • Developing Functional Requirements Documents (FRDs) and Statement of Work (SOW), and Engineering Change Proposals (ECP)
Good to have:
  • Systems engineering experience specifically in the areas of GOTS/COTS SIGINT application and/or capabilities
  • Experience authoring system engineering artifacts
  • Significant RF, Microwave radio experience
  • Experience providing technical and programmatic oversight for system acquisitions
  • Experience defining and documenting technical and programmatic requirements
  • Experience providing engineering and programmatic oversight for life-cycle support of deployed systems
  • ELINT signals analysis experience
  • Experience working with ELINT system vendors
  • Understanding of RF signal propagation
  • Hands-on lab experience with test equipment
  • Understanding of the USG procurement processes
  • Familiarity with ITAR regulations and protocols

Job Details

Description

Serving Maryland and the Greater Washington D.C. area, SageCor Solutions (SageCor) is a growing company bringing complete engineering services and true full lifecycle System Engineering services to areas requiring (or desiring) nationally-recognized expertise in high performance computing, large data analytics and cutting edge information technologies. 
Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph required. 
 
The ideal candidate for the Systems Engineer position will fit the following profile: 
 
Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 
  • Support of ELINT collection and processing systems operational theory and experience including; operations and support of GOTS (SEI processing) and COTS applications, RF tuner(s), switching and processing hardware, metadata/product repositories and storage systems.
  • Understanding of DF theory utilizing spinning DF antennas and interferometric DF arrays and the correlation of DF results into a Fix.
  • Experience with knowledge of Omni and DF antenna arrays, RF and IF switching, signal processing theory and equipment, data storage and real-time streaming of data between acquisition systems and a control center. 
  • Understanding of ELINT report generation and the interface between the ELINT sensor system(s) and end-user mission systems.
  • Developing Functional Requirements Documents (FRDs) and Statement of Work (SOW), and Engineering Change Proposals (ECP) to the detail needed for a vendor to build an ELINT collection, processing and reporting system.
 
 
Basic Qualifications:  
  • Fourteen (14) years’ experience as a System Engineer or in a similar type of capacity.
  • Bachelor’s degree in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required.
  • Five (5) years of additional SE experience may be substituted for a Bachelor’s Degree.
 
Preferred Qualifications: 
  • Systems engineering experience specifically in the areas of GOTS/COTS SIGINT application and/or capabilities, development, integration, testing, certification, deployment, and training.
  • Experience authoring system engineering artifacts
  • Applicant must be a forward leaning self-starter requiring little daily oversight.
  • Significant RF, Microwave radio experience including knowledge of
    • Antennas (Omni and DF)
    • Frequency range and applications
    • Command and Control of remote systems
    • RF conditioning & signal distribution
    • RF modulation techniques and Pulse Descriptor Word (PDW) generation
    • Signal and PDW deinterleaving
    • GPS receivers and frequency reference distribution
    • Performance parameters, constraints
  • Perform as a technical expert.
  • Experience providing technical and programmatic oversight for system acquisitions from CONOP to full operating status
  • Experience defining and documenting technical and programmatic requirements to upgrade and enhance existing systems to meet customer needs
  • Experience providing engineering and programmatic oversight for life-cycle support of deployed systems
  • Experience distilling high level requirements into low level functional requirements
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to clearly present information and decision-making rational to all stakeholders.
  • Capability to provide direct support to end users for technical inquiries and enhancement initiatives
  • Willingness and ability to travel OCONUS for up to six weeks per year to support site surveys, customer meetings, systems engineering, installation, and/or integration activities as needed.
  • Possess the engineering and communication skills to perform systems engineering analysis and to communicate technical assessments to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Ability to multi-task, handle stress and to work in a dynamic environment with changing requirements.
  • Work independently and as part of a team as required.
  • Interpersonal skills and work well with others.
  • ELINT signals analysis experience.
  • Experience working with ELINT system vendors to specify/design systems based on customer requirements.
  • Understanding of RF signal propagation.
  • Hands-on lab experience with test equipment including spectrum analyzers, signal generators, oscilloscopes, power meters, and hand tools.
  • Understanding of the USG procurement processes.
  • Familiarity with ITAR regulations and protocols.
 
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. 
 
 
SageCor Solutions provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other protected class. 
 

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