Systems Engineer - TS​/SCI

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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an exceptionally talented Systems Engineer to join our team supporting the US Army TENCAP Program ! In this role, you will leverage your extensive expertise in RF systems, SATCOM networking, system integration, and software tools to provide technical leadership for mission-critical systems. You will play a key role in ensuring system readiness, optimizing RF performance, and driving innovation to enhance the Army's tactical and strategic capabilities.

This position requires up to 50% travel to support system retrofits, testing, and integration at various domestic and international locations.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for RF systems, including SATCOM networking, signal processing, RF subsystems, and associated software tools.

• Lead the integration, testing, and evaluation of RF systems, including antenna installations, system upgrades, and optimization efforts.

• Develop and execute systems integration test procedures, ensuring total coverage traced to customer requirements.

• Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT),
  Government Acceptance Testing (GAT), and System Integration Testing (SIT) for new antenna systems and RF subsystems.

• Collaborate with field engineers and cross-functional teams to author and review technical documentation and assist in operation and sustainment activities for ground systems.

• Drive requirements development and verification for RF systems, ensuring alignment with operational needs and technical specifications.

• Utilize software tools for RF signal analysis, system modeling, and performance optimization.

• Support architecture efforts to centralize technical libraries using MBSE tools such as Cameo Systems Modeler.

• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers, fostering technical growth and development.

• Prepare and deliver technical briefings and reports to stakeholders, including senior leadership and customers.

• Travel up to 50% to support system retrofits, testing, and integration at various domestic and international sites.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

• 10 years of experience in RF systems, SATCOM networking, signal processing, and associated software tools.

• Expertise in RF signal analysis, testing, and troubleshooting, including experience with spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, RF power meters, and signal generators.

• Experience with antenna installation, system integration testing, and end-to-end RF performance optimization.

• Proficiency with software tools for RF system modeling, signal analysis, and performance testing (e.g., MATLAB, LabVIEW, or similar).

• Strong analytical skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), including the ability to present technical information effectively to diverse audiences.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment.

• 50% travel to support system retrofits, testing, and integration at various domestic and international locations.

• Active TS/SCI clearance with SSBI-T5O.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Experience with system retrofits and sustainment activities for DoD ground systems.

• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks such as RMF (Risk Management Framework).

• Proficiency with MBSE tools such as Cameo Systems Modeler.

• Experience developing or modifying software for RF systems, including signal processing algorithms.

• Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with high-technology systems.

• Adaptability to changing priorities and schedules.

Security Clearance Requirement:

An active Top Secret SCI security clearance is required for this position.

This position is part of our Federal…