Systems Engineer
Essential Systems Inc
Systems Engineer Benefits 401(k) 401(k) matching Company parties Competitive salary Dental insurance Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Vision insurance Overview We are seeking an experienced systems engineer to lead the design, integration, and development of our Access Control, Intrusion Detection, and Video Surveillance Systems in industrial, nuclear power plant environments. This engineering role requires hands‑on technical leadership across system architecture, integration, and development oversight, nuclear plant physical protection systems. Although this role involves the use of Cyber Controls, this is NOT a position for a Cyber Security Engineer. Familiarity with intrusion detection systems, access control systems, and video surveillance systems is desired but not required. The ability to ensure our systems meet high‑reliability and long‑term operability is necessary. Writing/documentation skills, MSWord, Excel, and CAD software skills, and proficient with various computer hardware/software platforms are required. Key Responsibilities System Architecture, Design & Integration: Lead the architecture and detailed design of nuclear physical protection and security systems in compliance with 10 CFR 73. These are small to mid-size systems, often with two servers and 5 to 8 workstations. They are completely closed systems, traditional infrastructure, with no Internet, no wireless, no cloud computing. They involve a redundant network design for servers, workstations, and field equipment. Designed for no single point of failure. Confirm the systems meet requirements specific to the nuclear power plant industry to ensure our systems meet regulatory compliance, high-reliability, and long-term operability. Integrate hardware, software, communications, sensors, actuators, and HMIs into cohesive system solutions. Provide technical written and verbal direction to vendors, integrators, and internal development teams. Author, maintain, and control System Documentation related to the system designed. Development & Implementation Support Support system development activities including configuration definition, design reviews, and technical baseline control. Participate in FAT, SAT, installation oversight, and system commissioning. Resolve technical issues identified during integration, testing, or operational use. Support lifecycle activities including upgrades, modifications, and obsolescence management. Ability to travel occasionally (out of state) to customer site for walkdowns, meetings, and brief installation oversight. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Systems, Electrical, Software, or related). 10+ years of experience designing and integrating systems. Preferred / Bonus Qualifications Direct experience working under 10 CFR 73 (e.g., §§ 73.46, 73.55) Experience with NEI security guidance and NRC inspection procedures (IP 71130 series) Prior work with nuclear utilities, EPC firms, or nuclear security integrators Demonstrated experience designing, integrating, and developing nuclear security systems, with supporting authorship of SRS/HRS, SDD, HDD, and ICDs Former Navy nuclear, DOE, or DoD security engineering background with NRC crossover INCOSE or similar systems engineering affiliation Personal Attributes Strong systems thinker with practical engineering judgment Comfortable making and defending design decisions Methodical, disciplined, and detail‑oriented Operates professionally in sensitive environments Team oriented with strong interpersonal skills and professional manner Compensation & Growth Competitive senior‑level compensation commensurate with experience Health insurance, Retirement plan, PTO Opportunity to play a foundational technical role in a growing nuclear security practice #J-18808-Ljbffr
$107.9k - $195.05k
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$107.9k - $195.05k
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...and support our customers in building a safer global future. Overview Of Opportunity Two Six Technologies is searching for a Systems Engineer to manage hybrid simulation environments by leveraging Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and virtualization platforms like Proxmox...Work at officeLocal area$131.8k - $290k
...CACI International Inc. seeks a Systems Engineer-TS/SCI with Poly in Laurel, MD, to evaluate user requirements and lead system architecture development. The role includes designing and managing IT environments and ensuring effective integration of new technologies. Applicants...- ...System Engineer WE ARE HIRING OWNERS Set of X is led by industry veterans who see government contracting as a good community with plenty of opportunity to go around. With a shared desire to give back, grow the community, and do great work, the Set of X team is building...For contractorsWork at officeFlexible hours
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...Job Summary Belay Technologies is seeking a Systems Engineer to join our intel team. In this position you will support the Desktop Services Team, working with Linux and Windows environments. Requirements TS/SCI clearance with polygraph Must hold an active 8570 certification...$100k
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...Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Systems Engineer in our Intel Sector . Our talented team is at the forefront of Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and...Contract workImmediate startFlexible hours$85k
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$64k - $128k
...provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet... ..., defense, civil, and commercial markets. Applies systems engineering principles throughout the systems life cycle phases: Concept,...Local area- ...Systems Engineer Location: Ft. Meade, MD Clearance: TS/SCI Salary: Negotiable About the Project We are looking for engineers to support an exciting new, 5-year software development program to develop a web application using current technologies and AWS....
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- ...The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) in Laurel, MD is seeking a highly technical Senior Systems Engineer to assess, design, and prototype next-generation hypersonic and reentry systems, contributing to national defense capabilities. You will lead...
$50k - $290k
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