Systems Engineer

Job Category: Engineering
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%
Type of Travel: Local

The Opportunity

CACI is looking for a Systems Engineer to join our Optics and Photonic Solutions (OPS) division! Our laser communications technology is helping NASA provide high-definition video from the International Space Station, and to explore asteroids 250 million miles away. Our other optical technology can also help scientists discover biohazards; support intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance missions; and protect soldiers from explosive devices.

Responsibilities

• Support the systems engineering effort for programs that develop new photonic technology and custom hardware for free-space optical communications, laser transmitters for remote sensing, RF photonics, and other applications
• Collaborate with all stake holders to derive physical, software and electronics requirements from customer requirements
• Flow down requirements to any/all subsystems as required
• Document requirements at the systems and subsystems levels, for hardware and software, and update as needed
• Participate in all aspects of systems requirements verification process including document requirements verification procedures, execute tests and document verification results, and maintain relevant documentation
• Maintain requirements for the lifecycle of a program and develop verification methods for each one
• Support program execution activities including but not limited to:
• Develop accurate estimates of resources and task intervals for program managers, and track and meet schedule milestones and cost objectives
  • Interact extensively with Government customers, during formal program reviews and throughout the program lifecycle, to negotiate requirements, present detailed technical status updates, and to identify new business opportunities
• Supervise and direct the work of both technicians and junior engineers in the development, modeling, and testing of systems
• Work closely with the hardware fabrication team to develop appropriate build and test procedures
• Contribute to the growth of OPS by creation of new ideas for the technical growth, championing our technology in personal interactions with customers, and proposal creation

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelors in Optics, Physics, Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Opto-mechanics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field and a minimum of 5 years of experience OR equivalent experience in lieu of a degree
• Must be willing to obtain a security clearance
• Experience with one of more of the following: spacecraft payloads, spacecraft communication systems, fiber optics, fiber lasers, free-space optical design, optical communications, nonlinear optics, ultrafast lasers, spectroscopy, integrated photonics, and RF photonics
• Demonstrated experience in test procedure generation and technical writing skills for test documents management
• Strong skills in instrumentation automation, data analysis and system simulations using MATLAB, Python, C, and/or LabVIEW

Desired

• Advanced Degrees in Optics, Physics, Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Opto-Mechanics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field and a minimum of 5 years of related experience
• Active Secret or Top-Secret clearance
• Experience with the full life cycle of spacecraft and/or payload design, from architecture & CONOPs through on-orbit operations
• Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) such as DOORS or Cameo/No Magic
• Experience with Requirements Management tools, such as Jama Connect

What You Can Expect

• A culture of integrity. At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.
• An environment of trust. CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
• A focus on continuous growth. Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy. Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Compensation and Benefits

Pay Range: $82,100-$172,400

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications.

Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.

Equal Opportunity

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

About CACI

Advance the future of national security while working at the intersection of technology, government, and defense. For more than six decades, CACI has been pioneering ground-breaking solutions and helping our customers harness emerging technologies. CACI offers boundless career opportunities for employees to support their country, grow their skills, and expand their horizons.