RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Columbia, MD that is seeking a Senior Project Systems Engineer.
Responsibilities:
* Takes ownership of Engineering related deliverables and their technical compliance required by the program
* The Senior Project Systems Engineer designs, develops, implements, and validates IT system solutions for networking, computing, and our propriety communications equipment including conceptional, functional, and physical views
* Defines scope, objectives, and deliverables, and delegates project tasking to other system engineers on the project team
* Collaborates with customers, vendors, and internal teams (e.g., program management, hardware & software development, test engineering, field engineering, production) for total project success
* Investigates and applies innovative technologies or methodologies to improve project outcomes, efficiency, or sustainability
* Performs risk assessments to identify potential project obstacles and devises mitigation strategies for successful project outcomes
* Provides systems and integration engineering for software and hardware systems, subsystems, modules, and application tools
* The Senior Project Systems Engineer creates, reviews, and approves technical documentation (e.g., design drawings, design reviews, system layouts, system configuration, build plans/instructions, rollout strategies)
* Ensures adherence to industry standards, regulations, and best practices
* Manages expectations and resolves project-related issues
REQUIREMENTS:
* BS or MS in Information Technology, Information Systems, Electrical Engineering/Computer Science or equivalent experience with IT systems and engineering
* 8-10 years of experience in Systems Engineering integrating, deploying, and supporting integrated hardware and software solutions in the area of networking and communications
* Proven experience in leading and mentoring system engineering project teams
* Demonstrates the ability to implement and apply best-practice system engineering concepts and appropriate risk management to solutions
* Able to learn, select, and integrate new technologies into system solutions
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.