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System Engineer (Secret) - Philadelphia, PA

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POSTED ON 8/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/30/2026
Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site"

Systems Engineer

Security Clearance- Secret

US-PA-Philadelphia

Responsibilities

Noblis MSD’s mission is to support the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) and, Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWCPD) and their missions’ to enable research, development, test and evaluation, acquisition, engineering, systems integration, in-service and fleet engineering with cybersecurity, comprehensive logistics, and life-cycle savings. We are looking to hire Systems Engineers to provide engineering, technical, logistics, and obsolescence support to U.S. Navy ships and vessels related to the following systems and equipment: Hull, Mechanical, and Electrical (HM&E) Propulsion Systems for U.S. Navy Surface Ships – both in-service and new construction. and equipment support.

  • This role will be based out of Philadelphia, PA and will also have a travel component (About 10-20%; Typical locations are Norfolk VA, San Diego CA, Mayport FL, and Seattle WA. Planned trips are 1-2 weeks in length, emergent trips do come up and are typically a bit shorter)

Responsibilities Include

  • Provide design support for integration of equipment in an industrial/shipboard environment
  • Provide technical input to the design of future MCS systems
  • Develop, derive, and refine system and software requirements for future fielded systems
  • Troubleshoot complex problems of fielded systems (microprocessor and PLC-based systems)
  • Review technical documentation related to fielded and future systems
  • Provide test support at Land Based Engineering Site (LBES)
  • Provide shipboard SW & HW installation support during modernization availabilities
  • Develop test procedures to exercise requirements of fielded and future systems
  • Design, develop, test, install, and maintain MCS software and supporting software products
  • Identify and document software and system related problems
  • Resolve software problems through debugging, research, and investigation
  • Write, review, and maintain technical documentation such as user manuals and product specification

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s level Degree in an Engineering Discipline. Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, and Computer Engineering degrees preferred, others will be considered based on experience.

  • 0–3 years of relevant professional experience. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply and should have applicable academic, internship, co-op, or other relevant experience.
  • Candidates must be able to provide proof of degree completion (diploma or official transcript) prior to their start date.
  • Active DoD Secret clearance or ability to achieve DoD Secret clearance and US citizenship
  • Must have a valid US passport or ability to obtain one upon position acceptance
  • Ability to travel 10-20% of the time

Employees working in naval industrial environments, whether shipboard or pierside, must meet certain physical requirements to safely perform essential job functions. Individuals must be capable of standing and walking for extended periods, often on uneven, wet, or slippery surfaces, and must be able to climb vertical ladders, stairs, and steep inclines while carrying tools or equipment. The position requires the ability to work in confined spaces with limited ventilation and restricted movement, including crawling through narrow passageways and working in overhead or below-deck areas.

Workers must possess sufficient manual dexterity and grip strength to operate hand and power tools, manipulate controls, and handle materials weighing up to fifty pounds on a regular basis, with occasional lifting of heavier objects with assistance. The role demands the physical ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach overhead repeatedly throughout the workday. Adequate vision is necessary to read technical manuals, identify color-coded systems, and detect safety hazards, while hearing capability must be sufficient to perceive warning signals, alarms, and verbal communications in noisy environments, with or without hearing protection.

Employees must be able to work in varying environmental conditions including extreme temperatures, high humidity, direct sunlight, and exposure to weather elements. The position requires the stamina to work extended shifts and the balance and coordination necessary to maintain stability on moving vessels. Workers must be capable of responding quickly to emergency situations, including evacuating confined spaces and moving to emergency stations. Reasonable accommodations may be available for qualified individuals with disabilities who can perform the essential functions of the position with or without such accommodations.

Desired Qualifications

  • Knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures associated with industrial control systems
  • Proficiency in reading electrical diagrams
  • Proficiency in the use of test tools associated with industrial control systems
  • Proficiency in the use of diagnostic tools associated with industrial control system troubleshooting
  • Basic knowledge of network troubleshooting tools
  • Basic technical writing ability
  • Self-motivated and ability to complete tasks efficiently
  • Ability to communicate effectively within an integrated team environment
  • Experience with Rockwell, Siemens, or other PLC systems
  • Experience upgrading hardware platforms of Legacy Embedded Systems
  • Experience with Versa Module Eurocard (VME) systems
  • Knowledge of network protocols such as TCP/IP and UDP
  • Experience supporting and troubleshooting networked, IP-based systems

Posted Salary Range

USD $71,800.00 - USD $112,150.00 /Yr.

Auto req ID

480137BR

Minimum Education Required

Bachelors

Job_Category

Engineering

City*

Philadelphia

State*

Pennsylvania

Job Code

Engineering Engineering

Affiliate Sponsor

Noblis

Salary Range

$60,000-$75,000

Salary : $60,000 - $75,000

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