Systems Engineer (Ii-Iv) (4939)

Description
Position Description
The National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) is a diverse and prestigious research facility that plays a vital role in the study of the universe. The Observatory is an exciting and dynamic organization that is pushing the boundaries of our understanding of the universe. Whether you are a scientist, student, or simply someone who is fascinated by the cosmos, the NRAO offers a wealth of opportunities to learn, explore, and discover.
We are seeking an experienced Systems Engineer with project management experience to join R&D and infrastructure project teams across the Observatory. You will have the opportunity to share your talents in Systems Engineering with multiple engineering teams to bring sound project planning and execution to projects.
The location for this position will be located at the NRAO HQ in Charlottesville, VA.
What You Will be Doing:

• Successfully leading all Systems Engineering tasks
• Overseeing and participating in the implementation of the Systems Engineering processes across the life cycle of multiple projects across the observatory
• Developing requirements, verification and validation plans, system design, including the system architecture, interface control documents and other technical documents
• Managing the development of all Systems Engineering plans and documentation needed for successful system design reviews
• Preparing and executing system reviews and assisting in managing subsystem design reviews
• Leading the Systems Engineering management processes, including configuration management, baselining, change management and document management processes
• Occasionally leading projects as a project manager in addition to performing Systems Engineering tasks

Work Environment
Work is typically performed in an office environment. Occasional domestic travel will be required.
Who You Are:

• You have at least a bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, physical science, computer science, software engineering, electrical engineering, or related field or significant work experience in a similar environment.
• You have at least 5 years working as a Systems Engineer in integrated project teams, preferably in scientific R&D environments.
• You have demonstrated experience with core Systems Engineering principles, including requirements capture, verification and validation plans, full project lifecycle planning, and scheduling and running effective meetings with geographically dispersed teams.

Competency Summary

• Experience of working across life cycle phases including: preliminary design, detail design, design qualification, production, construction or fabrication, and transition to operations
• Experience in an application domain for the establishment of hi-tech large-scale infrastructure that is related to radio astronomy, such as radar, communication systems or optical telescopes
• Exposure to at least two of the following technology domains is preferred: electromagnetic, RF, digital signal processing, mechanical, software engineering, and civil engineering
• Experience with model-based Systems Engineering methodologies and tools
• Systems Engineering (ASEP, CSEP or ESEP) certification is preferred
• Demonstrated experience as a project manager leading teams, tracking schedules and budgets, and guiding teams through gate reviews
• Effective teaming and leadership skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Proactive and independent

Total Rewards
The NRAO offers a comprehensive total rewards package for this position, subject to eligibility requirements. We are committed to serving our employees and their families with an extensive and competitive compensation and benefits package that supports our employees' overall well-being and career growth.
Compensation
The NRAO strives to attract and retain dedicated, highly qualified, competent, and motivated employees by offering competitive compensation and recognition for performance.
Factors which may affect starting pay may include; education, experience, skills, competencies, other qualifications of the successful candidate, as well as internal equity and labor market conditions.
Benefits
NRAO's benefits package addresses the needs of employees and their families with most benefits beginning on the first day of employment. NRAO provides excellent paid time off (13 holidays, annual accrual of up to 24 vacation days and 15 sick days, additional time off for doctor/dentist visits, and 8 weeks of paid parental leave). Medical, dental and vision plans are effective on the first day of employment. NRAO's retirement benefit contributes an amount equal to 10 percent of a qualified participant's base pay with no required employee contribution; we also offer an optional supplemental, tax-deferred plan for employee retirement contributions.
Application Instructions
Select the "Apply" button. You will be required to upload a cover letter describing your interest in and relevant knowledge and experience for this position and your current resume.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
AUI is an equal opportunity employer. Women, Minorities, Vietnam-Era Veterans, Disabled Veterans, Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. To view our complete statement, please visit http://jobs.jobvite.com/nrao/jobs. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email to [email protected].
The NRAO is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V)
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The National Radio Astronomy Observatory is a facility of the National Science Foundation operated under cooperative agreement by Associated Universities, Inc.