DDG-51 MCS Jr Systems Engineer

Systems Engineer Associate

This position is for an entry level machinery controls system engineer. The main function of the candidate will be to provide lifecycle support of fielded Machinery Control Systems (MCS) on the USS ARLEIGH BURKE class of destroyer. This includes shipboard support as well as Land Based Engineering Site (LBES) support. The USS ARLEIGH BURKE MCS is comprised of four (4) different variants spanning various technologies.

Lifecycle support of the supervisory machinery control system which includes, but is not limited to:

• Troubleshooting complex problems of all variants of fielded systems (microprocessor based control systems) both at LBES and shipboard
• Review of technical documentation related to all variants of fielded systems and future fielded systems
• Provide test support for all variants of fielded systems at LBES
• Provide shipboard SW & HW installation support of all variants of fielded systems at LBES
• Provide technical input to the design of future MCS systems
• Develop test procedures to exercise requirements of fielded systems and future fielded systems
• Provide design support for integration of equipment in an industrial/shipboard environment

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Systems Engineer Associate you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on Systems Engineer Associate joining our team to ensure that the DDG-51 Machinery Control Systems are current.

HOW A SYSTEMS ENGINEER ASSOCIATE WILL MAKE AN IMPACT Designs and defines system architecture for new or existing computer systems. WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering is required; no equivalencies or experience substitutions will be considered. Required Experience:

0-3 years of experience in electrical or computer engineering as it pertains to control systems in an industrial environment Required Technical Skills:

Knowledge of the fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures associated with electrical or computer engineering in relation to control systems Proficiency in reading electrical diagrams Proficiency in the use of test tools associated with electrical/computer engineering Proficiency in the use of diagnostic tools associated with electrical/computer system troubleshooting Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office suite of applications Proficient in basic computer/laptop use including advanced operations Basic knowledge of network troubleshooting tools Basic Technical writing ability Ability to self motivate and complete tasks efficiently Ability to communicate effectively within an integrated team environment

Security Clearance Level:

Successful applicants must either have an active government security clearance or the ability to receive approval upon position acceptance. Must have a valid US passport or the ability to obtain one upon position acceptance.

Required Skills and Abilities:

This position requires the candidate to travel up to 30% of the time. Preferred Skills:

Experience with Versa Module Eurocard (VME) systems Experience with Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) systems

Location: On Customer Site US Citizenship Required

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE: Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home 401K with company match Comprehensive health and wellness packages Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications Cutting-edge technology you can learn from Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

The likely salary range for this position is $71,400 - $96,600. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Travel Required: 10-25%

Telecommuting Options: Onsite

Work Location: USA PA Philadelphia

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT: Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.