System Engineer, Level 2

Independent SoftwareAnnapolis Junction, Maryland, United StatesOnsite

What you will be doing:

The System Engineer will apply systems engineering principles throughout the systems life cycle phases: Concept, Development, Production, Utilization, Support, and Retirement. Interacts with the Government regarding Systems Engineering technical considerations and for associated problems, issues or conflicts. Communicates with other program personnel, government overseers, and senior executives.

Required Qualifications:

Responsibility for the technical integrity, quality, and completeness of work performed and deliverables associated with one or more of the 25 process areas defined by ISO/IEC15288: Technical Process Area - Stakeholder Requirements Definition, Requirements Analysis, Architectural Design, Implementation, Integration, Verification, Transition, Validation, Operation, Maintenance, and Disposal; Project Process Area - Project Planning, Project Assessment and Control, Decision Management, Risk Management, Configuration Management, Information Management, and Measurement; Enterprise (Organizational Project-Enabling) Process Area - Project Portfolio Management, Infrastructure Management, Lifecycle Model Management, Human Resource Management, and Quality Management; Agreement Process Area - Acquisition and Supply.

Perform systems engineering activities and assist in the preparation of a work product in Technical Process Areas associated with the ISO/IEC 15288.
Develop and deliver a work product in any of the ISO/IEC 15288 Process Areas.
Perform analysis of technical alternatives for a project and make preliminary recommendations.
Assist in performing systems engineering activities in the ISO/IEC 15288 Agreement or Enterprise Process Areas.
Perform systems engineering activities and assist in the preparation of multiple work products in Project and/or Technical Process Areas associated with any of the ISO/IEC 15288 processes.

Education Requirements:

A Bachelors degree in a Qualified Engineering Field or a related discipline from an accredited college or university plus four (4) years of systems engineering experience. OR A High School Diploma or GED and four (4) years of general system engineering experience (any Process Area) may be substituted for a Bachelors degree. OR A Master’s degree in a Qualified Engineering Field or a related discipline from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one (1) year of systems engineering experience. OR A PhD in a Qualified Engineering Field or a related discipline from an accredited college or university may be substituted for three (3) years of systems engineering experience.
Qualified engineering fields include: Aeronautics, Biomedical, Chemical, Civil, Computer, Electrical, Environmental, Mechanical, Nuclear, Software, Systems, and Engineering Management.
Related disciplines include: Chemistry, Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, and Physics.

Clearance Required

Must possess an active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance to be considered for this role.

Independent Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE, M/F/D/V.

Life at Independent Software

Entrepreneurs who are serious about giving their idea the best chance of success turn to Independent Software. Our product development and acceleration services allow startups to build a solid foundation during the early, risky phase of company formation. Through our A100 Software Developer Apprenticeship Program, we develop emerging local talent and connect these A100 Certified Developers with growing, innovative Partner Companies building their teams. Our A100 for Entrepreneurs program provides a revolutionary product development platform to early stage companies looking to reduce risk and maximize the return on their development budget. Venture Partner Companies accelerate their product and their team through a managed service that provides them with Apprentice teams and expert guidance on topics like Customer Development and Agile. Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. During the software development process, we take an idea from blank page to beta. Clients become a part of our team even as they maintain control and ownership of what we build together. Working with us is also a gateway to other resources like startup founders, supporters, mentors, investors, and talent.

Thrive Here & What We Value- Independent Software fosters a collaborative work environment where teamwork and open communication are highly valued.- The company prioritizes employee wellbeing with benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.- Independent Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), M/F/D/V.- Emphasis on teamwork and adaptability in a dynamic environment.- Focus on customer communication and relationship building.- Commitment to providing high-quality IT services to clients at all times.- Support for ongoing learning and professional development opportunities.- Independent Software values its employees, offering growth and development opportunities.- The company encourages continuous learning through training programs and mentorship.- Prioritizes worklife balance with flexible schedules and telework options when possible.