Journeyman Engineer

Company Overview

Pantheon Data (a Kenific Holding company) is a private, small business based in the Washington, DC, area. Founded in 2011, the company started by providing acquisition and supply chain management services to the U.S. Coast Guard and has expanded its services to include infrastructure resiliency, contact center operations, IT, software engineering, program management, strategic communications, engineering, and cybersecurity. Pantheon Data serves commercial clients and federal agencies, including DHS, DoD, and other Federal Civilian Agencies.

Program Analyst / Systems Engineer – The role supports a major surface acquisition program for the U.S. Coast Guard, focusing on systems engineering, requirements analysis, statement of work development, budget prediction, cost analysis, technical documentation, and schedule support for In-Service Vessel Sustainment (ISVS) projects.

• Assist in drafting and reviewing technical specifications, system integration documents, and engineering drawings to support acquisition requirements; review and summarize documentation in government systems.
• Contribute to Contract Deliverables (CDRLs), Request for Proposals (RFPs), milestone review documentation (PDR/CDR/TRR); evaluate proposals for technical and contractual compliance.
• Support development of reports, issue papers, and meeting minutes for stakeholder briefings.
• Interface with prospective vendors for market research and post‑award contract management.

• Integrate data from multiple sources into centralized spreadsheets for budgetary planning and internal reporting.
• Support development of cost estimates for labor, materials, and lifecycle sustainment.

• Navigate a master schedule system in MS Project or similar tools; synthesize multiple information streams to inform technical decisions.

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in program analysis, systems engineering, or acquisition support; preference for experience with DOD, DHS, or associated federal agencies.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field required; work experience in lieu of education considered if directly relevant to the U.S. Coast Guard.
• Advanced proficiency in developing and reviewing Statements of Work; technical authority over engineering systems, particularly hull mechanical and electrical systems.
• Familiarity with Microsoft 365/Suite (SharePoint, Power BI, Power Query, Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, Planner, Project, PowerPoint).
• Ability to synthesize financial and technical data into actionable recommendations.
• Experience supporting federal acquisition programs (MSAM/NMAP preferred); COR experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to work effectively on geographically separated cross‑functional teams and interface with naval engineering community, cutter crews, ISVS leadership, and Coast Guard Engineering Technical Authority.
• Ability to meet deadlines and deliver quality work.
• Ability to work remotely in cross‑functional teams.

Candidate must safely navigate interior confines of Coast Guard cutters, including narrow hatches, ladders, gangways, and confined spaces typical of military vessels; occasional long‑distance walking required.

Applicants must obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance before and during employment.

Hybrid – SFLC in Baltimore, MD with station at USCG HQ, Washington, D.C.; travel up to 10% of schedule.

Salary range: $80,000 – $95,000 (dependent on experience, location, and contractual needs).

Pantheon Data offers competitive salaries and benefits, including Smart Benefits through the Washington Metro Area Transportation Authority and potential tuition assistance for continuing education and certifications. The company values flexibility and collaboration.

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to disability, veteran status, or any status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.