Systems Engineer Job Wharton area,New Jersey USA,Engineering

Overview

We are seeking a skilled and versatile Systems Engineers to support our G-TEAD (Global Tactical Edge Acquisition Directorate) effort located at Picatinny Arsenal in Wharton, New Jersey. The ideal candidate will provide combined systems engineering and program integration support, delivering engineering expertise for the evaluation and integration of emerging technologies into operational Army environments while also connecting theater capability needs with Army acquisition organizations.

The Systems Engineer will work across operational units, program offices, and industry partners to assess technical feasibility, support capability transitions, and translate mission needs into coordinated acquisition outcomes.

We have 6 openings at the locations below.

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time Onsite

Salary: $190,000 - $210,000

Worksite Details: Onsite

Location: Picatinny NJ

Clearance: DoD Secret Clearance - Top Secret/SCI preferred

Duties and Responsibilities

Systems Engineering
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Provide engineering expertise supporting the evaluation and integration of emerging technologies into operational Army environments.
Systems Engineering
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Work with operational units, program offices, and industry partners to assess the technical feasibility of candidate technologies.
Systems Engineering
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Support transition of promising capabilities from science and technology (S&T) programs into fielded Army systems.
Systems Engineering
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Conduct system-level trade studies, technical assessments, and integration analyses in support of G-TEAD capability objectives.
Systems Engineering
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Develop technical documentation including systems engineering plans, interface control documents, and integration assessments.
Systems Engineering
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Engage with industry partners to evaluate emerging commercial and defense technologies relevant to G-TEAD mission areas.
Systems Engineering
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Provide technical input to program reviews, working groups, and acquisition milestone decisions.

Program Integration
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Support the operational headquarters by connecting theater capability needs with Army acquisition organizations and program offices.
Program Integration
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Work with operational staff, engineers, and program offices to translate mission needs into coordinated capability development and technology transition opportunities.
Program Integration
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Develop and maintain integration plans, capability gap analyses, and transition roadmaps aligned with G-TEAD objectives.
Program Integration
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Coordinate with Army acquisition stakeholders to track the status of capability development efforts and report progress to G-TEAD leadership.
Program Integration
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Prepare briefings, white papers, and technical documents to support senior leadership decision-making.
Program Integration
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Represent G-TEAD at working groups, IPTs, and program reviews as required.

Position Requirements

Must possess an active Secret Security Clearance.
Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related STEM discipline.
Minimum of 10 years of combined experience in systems engineering and/or Army acquisition or program integration roles.
Demonstrated ability to assess technical feasibility and support integration of emerging technologies in operational environments.
Experience working with Army Program Executive Offices (PEOs), acquisition programs, or operational commands.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to brief senior military and civilian leadership.
Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Preferred Experience

Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools and methodologies.
Familiarity with Army capability development processes, DOTMLPF-P frameworks, and requirements generation.
Knowledge of Army S&T programs and technology transition pathways.
Experience with JCIDS, DAS, or PPBE processes.
TS/SCI clearance eligibility.

Why join Thompson Gray

Thompson Gray is a multi-year winner of the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber Best Places to Work, recognized for our exceptional company culture that values employees and customers alike.

Benefits and Perks

Competitive pay based on your qualifications
Excellent benefits, including:
Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance; 401(k) plan with employer match
TG Swag - receive company-branded items during onboarding and seasonal shipments to your home
Dependent Scholarship Program - supporting the education of employees' children
Tuition Assistance for furthering your own education
Professional Development opportunities
Generous time-off policies, including 18 days of paid time off, 10 Federal Holidays, and flexible scheduling
Annual donation to the charity of your choice
Regular team-building events, such as lunches, after-hours gatherings, seasonal family-friendly events, and our…