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Systems Engineer (All Experience Levels)

Candidate must have an active TS/SCI w/Poly

For over 40 years, DCCA has provided a broad range of IT services to government agencies and commercial enterprises, helping them to feel confident in their IT infrastructure. With DCCA, these organizations can be confident in the flexibility and skill of their IT partners, allowing them to upgrade their technology quickly and efficiently. Better yet, thanks to DCCA’s successful track record, clients can rest assured knowing DCCA can tackle any problem with ease, allowing them to focus on the work that matters.

Internally, DCCA prides itself on a culture built on integrity and inclusivity, allowing its employees to build lasting skills and relationships. As a veteran owned business, DCCA knows the importance of recruiting employees with a wide range of backgrounds, allowing for every problem to be approached by a diverse array of perspectives. Join us and be part of a team that has a people first mentality and a dedication to excellence.

Key Tasks:

DCCA is hiring cleared Systems Engineers (SE) of all experience levels for a variety of current and new contracts in the Annapolis Junction/Fort Meade area, supporting the DoD/Intelligence Community!

Required Skills:

• We are looking for team members who are highly motivated to support the national security mission and interested in being part of a growing organization

• Desire to learn new techniques or use a new tool, or strengthen an existing skillset

• Work as part of a team, or even lead a team of other engineers

• Provide and implement recommendations for complex systems

• Analyzes user’s requirements, concept of operations documents, and high level system architectures to develop system requirements specifications.

• Analyzes system requirements and leads design and development activities. Guides users in formulating requirements, advises alternative approaches, and conducts feasibility studies.

• Provides technical leadership for the integration of requirements, design, and technology. Incorporates new plans, designs and systems into ongoing operations.

• Develops technical documentation.

• Develops system Architecture and system design documentation.

• Guides system development and implementation planning through assessment or preparation of system engineering management plans and system integration and test plans.

• Interacts with the Government regarding Systems Engineering technical considerations and for associated problems, issues or conflicts.

• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

• SETA experience

A majority of positions fall within the following experience guidelines:

• SE 0 - no demonstrated experience required with Bachelor’s degree in a technically relevant field

• SE 1 - 7+ years relevant experience and Bachelor’s degree; in lieu of degree, 12 years of experience

• SE 2 - 14+ years relevant experience and Bachelor’s degree; in lieu of degree, 19 years of experience

• SE 3 - 20+ years relevant experience and Bachelor’s degree; in lieu of degree, 25 years of experience

Desired Skills:

• Experience working in an Agile development team/environment, conducting sprint planning, etc.

• Cloud technology and/or certifications

• Experience leading a team of engineers

• Big data

• Analytics

• CNO

• Security

• DevOps

Required Education / Certifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in a technically relevant field

The proposed salary range for this position in Maryland is 70,000 to 258,000. Final salary will be determined based on various factors. Our comprehensive benefit offerings include healthcare, retirement plan, paid disability and life insurance programs, employee assistance program, paid and unpaid leave programs, education assistance, and wellness initiatives.

At DCCA, we believe the key to providing our clients with unrivaled services starts with retaining top talent, something we’re able to do through our consistent commitment to building culture and comprehensive benefits.

Competitive Compensation: While salary at DCCA is determined by various factors, we are committed to making sure our salaries reflect the skill and expertise of our employees. In addition, each year we perform an annual salary review ensuring pay is equitable across both the company and industry at large.

Growth Opportunities: DCCA makes it a priority to help you grow and support your career advancement. From upskilling programs to recertification support, to professional development opportunities, we’re here to help you grow your career and create lasting relationships.

Emphasis on Inclusivity: DCCA’s culture emphasizes respect, equity, and opportunity and is supported by an array of business resource groups and other opportunities for connection.

Empowering Health: DCCA’s benefits which encompass healthcare, paid time off, and flexible 401(k) options encourage you to live a healthy and fulfilling life, both in and outside of work. Learn more about our total benefits package on our Benefits page.

Mission Focused Work: From the defense industry to health IT management, DCCA allows you to work on innovative projects whose outcomes improve people's lives and solve today’s IT problems. 

Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Vets