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VISTA Technology Services, Inc. (VISTA) is seeking an experienced Engineer to support a NAVSEA program office in the development of Mine Countermeasures (MCM) and unmanned systems. This position reports on-site at the Washington Navy Yard 3 days/week.

Responsibilities:

• Support NAVSEA program with research, development, production, integration and sustainment of mine warfare systems and unmanned technology and mission packages
• Research, analyze, assess and coordinate systems engineering acquisition capabilities documents, decision memorandums, and requirements
• Assess software baselines and identify hardware capability challenges and risks
• Assist Team Lead with tracking project schedule and performance
• Provide engineering and management activities to ensure supportability implications are considered early and throughout the acquisition process to minimize costs
• Prioritize tasks in a fast-paced work environment

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or scientific discipline AND 5+ years of naval systems engineering experience
• Experience in marine infrastructure and/or navy ship design acquisition process
• Experience with robotics and autonomy and software loads
• Experience with software baselines and hardware compatibility challenges
• Familiar with Navy systems engineering acquisition
• Advance proficiency using MS Excel
• Ability to communicate technical concerns within the program office
• Ability to assess and address risks
• Maintain a holistic technical and programmatic view
• Ability to organize and prioritize project tasks
• Ability to adapt and pivot in a fast paced work environment
• Active DoD Secret Clearance

Additional (Highly Desired) Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred
• 8+ years of naval systems engineering experience preferred
• Knowledge of Mine systems, Mine Countermeasures (MCM) and Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV) systems to support MCM (Mission Package)
• Knowledge of the Navy's acquisition process and key naval acquisition roles and organizations
• Professional Engineering Certification

Salary at VISTA is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $115,000.00 to $150,000.00 (annualized USD) based on years of experience. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of VISTA's total compensation package for employees. We also offer a competitive leave package and a generous benefit plan which includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, tuition assistance, and an employer matching 401(k) plan.

Applicants selected for this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

For this position, VISTA will consider only applicants with an active DoD security clearance.

To learn more about VISTA and to apply for this position, please visit our website at www.vistatsi.com.

VISTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veterans Employer.