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Senior Systems Engineer - Sustainment CPT Lead

Senior Systems Engineer - Sustainment CPT Lead

QinetiQ USMcLean, VA, US
29 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Company Overview

We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50+ locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).

QinetiQ US's dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.

Why Join QinetiQ US?

If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems. In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Systems Engineer to serve as the Sustainment Cross Product Team (CPT) Lead for the Airspace and Surface Radar Reconnaissance (ASRR) system. The Sustainment CPT Lead will be responsible for overseeing ASRR development to ensure the system meets sustainment requirements including mission and operational availability, safety, human factors, and training. The ideal candidate will work closely with the U.S. Army, foreign military clients, ASRR partners, and internal engineering teams to ensure successful long-term sustainment of ISR systems in military operations, meeting mission-critical requirements and operational demands.

Responsibilities

Sustainment Requirements and System Oversight :

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  • Oversee ASRR development to ensure system meets sustainment requirements including mission and operational availability, safety, human factors, and training requirements

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  • Analyze subsystem RMA (Reliability, Maintainability, Availability) design factors to determine whether the overall ASRR system meets specified mission requirements
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  • Perform failure modes and effects analyses to identify opportunities to improve ASRR performance and operational readiness
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  • Evaluate subsystem RMA designs to determine adequacy of ASRR partner sparing plans and logistics support
  • \n \n Team Leadership and Resource Management :

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  • Supervise Supply Chain Manager, Manufacturing SME, Facilities Engineer, and PHST Specialist to ensure availability of components and supplies to meet ASRR schedules
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  • Coordinate team activities to support sustainment objectives and ensure effective resource allocation
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  • Work with ASRR partners to proactively address sustainment concerns and coordinate joint sustainment planning
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  • Lead sustainment planning activities across multiple organizations and stakeholder groups
  • \n \n Field Support and Issue Resolution :

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  • Track and manage field issues, corrective actions, and performance metrics across all ASRR deployments
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  • Interface directly with end-users, government stakeholders, and support contractors to address sustainment issues in real time
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  • Investigate and determine root cause of observed failures and recommend changes to improve system performance including preventive maintenance procedures
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  • Support fielding, testing, and evaluation of system modifications and enhancements
  • \n \n System Maintenance and Upgrades :

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  • Participate in system upgrades, patching, and integration activities, ensuring minimal downtime and mission impact
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  • Coordinate maintenance activities across multiple deployment sites and ensure operational continuity
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  • Determine impact of level of repair analyses and logistic delays on RMA requirements
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  • Develop and implement strategies to minimize operational disruption during system modifications
  • \n \n Reliability and Performance Analysis :

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  • Communicate results of reliability analyses to ASRR and Customer leadership
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  • Monitor system performance metrics and identify trends that may impact long-term sustainment
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  • Evaluate maintenance data and operational feedback to identify system improvement opportunities
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  • Coordinate with engineering teams to implement design changes that improve system reliability and maintainability
  • \n \n Human Systems Integration and Safety :

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  • Ensure that all aspects of human-system integration are addressed including safety, health hazards, and human engineering requirements
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  • Ensure all human-machine interfaces meet MIL-STD-1472 standards and other applicable human factors requirements
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  • Review and approve safety procedures for ASRR sites and coordinate safety compliance across all deployment locations
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  • Coordinate training requirements and ensure personnel are adequately prepared for system operation and maintenance
  • \n \n Documentation and Compliance :

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  • Develop and manage sustainment-related contract data requirements deliverables
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  • Maintain comprehensive documentation of sustainment activities, performance metrics, and corrective actions
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  • Ensure compliance with military standards (MIL-STD, MIL-PRF) and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) regulations
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  • Generate regular sustainment status reports including safety, warranty, and end item status reporting
  • \n \n System Development and Integration Support :

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  • Contribute to creation of sustainment-focused system specifications, architecture, and requirements documentation
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  • Support system-level testing and verification efforts with emphasis on sustainment and reliability validation
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  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to long-term system performance and maintainability
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  • Participate in risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for sustainment-related risks
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    Required Qualifications

    Education :

  • Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Reliability Engineering, or related STEM field
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  • Minimum 10 years of experience in applied systems engineering methodology with focus on sustainment, reliability, or logistics support
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  • Demonstrated experience in team leadership and cross-functional project management
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  • Experience with ISR technologies such as EO / IR, radar, SIGINT, or similar sensor systems
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  • Proven track record managing sustainment activities for complex military systems
  • \n \n Technical Skills :

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  • Hands-on experience with reliability, maintainability, and availability analysis for complex systems
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  • Experience with failure analysis, root cause determination, and corrective action implementation
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  • Understanding of logistics support, supply chain management, and maintenance planning
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  • Knowledge of human factors engineering and safety requirements for military systems
  • \n \n Sustainment and Reliability Expertise :

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  • Experience with RMA analysis, failure modes and effects analysis, and reliability engineering
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  • Knowledge of maintenance planning, sparing strategies, and logistics support analysis
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  • Understanding of field support operations and real-time issue resolution
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  • Experience with system upgrade planning and minimal-downtime maintenance strategies
  • \n \n Leadership and Management :

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  • Proven ability to supervise technical teams and coordinate activities across multiple organizations
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  • Experience interfacing with end-users, government stakeholders, and support contractors
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  • Strong project management skills with ability to manage schedules, resources, and deliverables
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  • Experience with performance metrics tracking and reporting to senior leadership
  • \n \n Standards and Compliance :

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  • Knowledge of MIL-STD-1472 and other military human factors standards
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  • Experience with safety procedure development and approval processes
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  • Understanding of military standards (MIL-STD, MIL-PRF) and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) regulations
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  • Experience with contract data requirements preparation and delivery
  • \n \n Tools and Systems :

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  • Applied experience in systems engineering lifecycle management tools such as Innoslate MBSE, Cameo Magic Draw, DOORS Next, or equivalent
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  • Experience with reliability analysis tools and maintenance management systems
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  • Familiarity with logistics support analysis and supply chain management tools
  • \n \n Communication and Collaboration :

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  • Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to interface with military personnel, foreign clients, and cross-functional engineering teams
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  • Experience presenting technical analyses and recommendations to senior leadership
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  • Strong analytical skills and ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues in operational settings
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  • Ability to travel to military installations and overseas locations as required to support sustainment activities
  • \n \n Additional Requirements :

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  • Must be eligible for U.S. government security clearance (Secret minimum) or possess current clearance
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  • Prior experience working with Foreign Military Sales (FMS) contracts and international military operations highly desirable
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  • Ability to work effectively in dynamic, fast paced, and multinational environment
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  • Experience with field support operations and real-time issue resolution preferred
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    Company EEO Statement

    Accessibility / Accommodation :

    If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] or call (540) 658-2720 Opt. 4 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.

    QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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