Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.
The Joint, Office of the Secretary of Defense, Interagency Division provides expert support services to a range of customers spanning across the Department of Defense, Federal Civilian, and international markets. JOID provides a diverse portfolio of analytical and programmatic capabilities to help our customers make informed decisions on their most challenging issues.
SPA provides critical decision support to enabling and executing a strategy of technological superiority and enabling the delivery and sustainment of secure, resilient, and preeminent capabilities to the warfighter quickly and cost effectively. Our team of experienced military, technical, and operations research analysts is skilled in evaluating military problems, identifying the driving factors, devising innovative approaches, collecting applicable data, developing necessary software tools, and performing thorough and timely assessments to inform technology and acquisition governance decisions to ensure U.S. military forces retain military superiority in the future.
We have an immediate need for a Research Engineer/Technical SETA to provide onsite support out of Arlington, VA.
ResponsibilitiesThe Research Engineer will perform Scientific, Engineering, and Technical Assistance (SETA) roles supporting research efforts in embedded systems. Responsibilities will include new concept and new program development with government principals. Will explore and characterize the current state-of-the-art and technical feasibility of new concepts and potential research approaches. This will include required support of research programs in terms of technology management, engagement with research performers, deliverable review, and leading regular calls or meetings with research performers on a technical basis. The Technical SETA will track and support testing and evaluation of DoD applied research and advanced technology development of embedded system technologies and/or prototypes in an operationally relevant environment. Engage directly with government transition partners (within the DoD and Intelligence Community) and related stakeholders.
Qualifications
Required:
BS degree or higher in computer science, electrical engineering, physics, or mathematics with 4+ years of experienceDeep technical experience with a combination of computer hardware and software designed for a specific function (an embedded system)Experience with embedded systems in terms of real-world development and application (e.g. architectures and platforms with industrial or defense-specific applications, such as weapon guidance, radar, UAVs, etc.)Ability to perform high priority and time-sensitive tasks in parallelExtreme attention to detail and organizational approach and abilitiesTravel up to 10% of the time may be requiredAble to work fully onsite based on client needsDesired:
Hands-on tactical or research experience with military and/or commercial systems and/or platforms Experience with application of formal methods (mathematically rigorous techniques for the specification, development, analysis, and verification of software and hardware systems)Experience with leading testing and evaluation of DoD applied research and advanced technology development of networking or communications technologies and/or prototypes in an operationally relevant environmentExperience with supporting DoD research programs in terms of technology management, engagement with research performers, deliverable review, and leading regular calls or meetings with research performers on a technical basisExperience involving direct engagement with government transition partners (within the DoD and IC) and related stakeholdersDemonstrated understanding of DoD security guidance, policy, and program execution with respect to test events, conducting research, and technology transition8+ years of experience in the above realms Options Apply for this job onlineApplyShareRefer this job to a friendRefer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed SPA is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action. It is, and will continue to be, the policy of the company to afford equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals. We recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability or genetics or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Application FAQsSoftware Powered by iCIMS
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