Senior Systems Engineer

Position Description & Qualifications Serco seeks a Simulation Systems and Test Engineer for its Combat Air Force Distributed Mission Operations (CAF DMO) 3.0 program in Orlando, FL. The CAF DMO 3.0 program, via its Distributed Mission Operations Network (DMON), provides world-class integration training in large force and small team formats to combat units around the globe against cutting-edge threats in a boundless virtual battlespace. The U.S. Air Force can only utilize its full capability against modern threats in a virtual environment. Be a part of that environment and continue to make the USAF the best air force in the world. You will be part of a focused team of engineers to perform test, integration, and evaluation of disparate M&S systems and applications to support 5th and 6th generation training interoperability. The team will work closely with the DoD customer and other Serco teams at Langley AFB and Orlando, FL to deliver quality test services. In this role, you will: Support military simulation system and application integration, evaluation, and interoperability test to support DMON and JSE training operations. Use industry-standard tools for simulation test and evaluation to include Wireshark, simulation protocol analysis, and GFE and Commercial Computer Generated Forces (CGFs). Assist in detailed analysis of network and computational system performance including latency, bandwidth, jitter, and system occupancy measures. Help develop and maintain test plans and procedures to document and drive test activities. Draft comprehensive test reports based on completed integration, test, evaluation, and verification tasks performed. Assist in the development of CONOPS and multiple COAs for implementation and deployment of the evaluated simulation capabilities. Contribute to other areas of the engineering life cycle to include requirements review and assessment, training operations support, and basic system administration functions. Produce well-defined, concise, and directed test procedures and test cases under the guidance of senior engineers. Support program and team processes by using tools from the Atlassian Suite of products to include JIRA, Confluence, Bitbucket, Bamboo, and X‑Ray. Participate in peer reviews, test bed maintenance and updates, and programming, testing, and debugging activities. Write and maintain scripts and support application (PowerShell, Cygwin, VBasic, etc.) programs, to enable efficiencies in test artifact creation and task execution. Help identify production and non-production application issues, assist in developing solutions, and implement necessary changes. To be successful in this role, you will have: A bachelor’s degree in an applicable STEM curriculum (e.g., Data Analysis, System Engineering, Math, Computer Science, Physics, etc.) or similar. 8 years of engineering experience performing test, integration, SW development, or embedded systems engineering activities. Experience with military simulation integration test DIS IEEE1278.1 or HLA IEEE 1516 protocols, or similar communications or data protocols (SIP, VOIP, JREAP, etc). The ability to obtain a TS/SCI and SAP/SAR. Experience supporting DoD customers and personnel in a technical capacity. Familiarity or experience with development, test and evaluation of military simulation training or operational systems. Must possess, or obtain within six months, a DoD 8140 IAT Level II or higher (i.e. Security+, CySA+, CISSP) Up to 10% travel This position is contingent upon your ability to obtain/maintain/transfer your Secret clearance. Additional desired experience and skills: An active DoD Secret Clearance with ability to obtain TS/SCI and SAP/SAR. Familiarity with tactical Military training systems, products, and capabilities. Exposure to or experience in M&S development, test, and integration for constructive simulation systems and models. Knowledge of or experience with the Joint Simulation Environment (JSE). Possess or obtain within six months, a Linux OS certification (i.e., Linux+, RHCSA etc.). Company Overview Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco’s 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters. To review Serco benefits please visit: . If you require an accommodation with the application process please email: View email address on click.appcast.io or call the HR Service Desk at View phone number on click.appcast.io, option 1. Please note, due to EEOC/OFCCP compliance, Serco is unable to accept resumes by email. Candidates may be asked to present proof of identify during the selection process. If requested, this will require presentation of a government‑issued I.D. (with photo) with name and address that match the information entered on the application. Serco will not take possession of or retain/store the information provided as proof of identity. For more information on how Serco uses your information, please see our Applicant Privacy Policy and Notice. Serco does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies without being a contracted approved vendor. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Serco and will not be obligated to pay a placement or contract fee. If you are interested in becoming an approved vendor at Serco, please email View email address on click.appcast.io . Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. Pay Transparency Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance-based incentives, and benefits that promote well‑being and work‑life balance—so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Eligible employees also gain access to a wide range of benefits from comprehensive health coverage and health savings accounts to retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and time‑off programs that support work‑life balance. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements. Salary range: The range for this position can be found at the top of this posting. This range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the scope of the role, relevant experience, job‑related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. For roles available in multiple states, the range may vary to reflect differences in local labor markets. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long‑term incentive opportunities.Benefits – Comprehensible benefits for full‑time employees (part‑time employees receive a limited package tailored to their role): Medical, dental, and vision insurance Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds Tuition reimbursement program Life insurance and disability coverage Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits Employee Assistance Plan To review all Serco benefits please visit: . #J-18808-Ljbffr Serco