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Systems Engineer

2 weeks ago


Manassas, VA, United States Actalent Full time

Job Title: Systems Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a Systems Engineer to support a large Naval Acoustics program. This role focuses on hardware-centric systems engineering, including specification development, interface design, and integration down to the sensor or module level. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who thrives in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and manage hardware specifications for sonar systems, including shock, vibration, and ship safety requirements.

  • Work with schematics, cards, power assemblies, and function generators.

  • Translate high-level requirements into actionable tasks; support verification and validation activities.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (SW, DSP, integration) to ensure seamless hardware/software integration.

  • Support test configuration planning and execution for active and passive sonar systems.

  • Investigate technical issues, propose solutions, and drive resolution independently.

Essential Skills

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related discipline.

  • 5+ years of systems engineering experience supporting DoD or Navy programs.

  • Experience with requirements development, verification, and validation.

  • Experience with hardware-dependent systems, including sensor design and high-voltage electronics.

  • Experience with reading and interpreting schematics.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Experience with active and passive sonar systems or signal processing.

  • Familiarity with MBSE tools (Cameo, MagicDraw) and modeling languages (SysML, UML).

  • Working knowledge of MATLAB, and/or C++ for signal analysis or waveform evaluation.

  • Experience with test planning and execution.

  • Understanding of active sonar (energy transmission and return signal analysis) and passive sonar (hydrophone-based listening).

  • Prior experience as a technical lead or product owner in an agile environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Manassas, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $75.00 - $85.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Manassas,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 16, 2026.

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