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Senior Systems Engineer

DCS Corporation

We are seeking an experienced Systems Engineering to provide critical engineering, acquisition, and operational support for a ground combat vehicle program. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of engineering education, Armored Brigade Combat Team (ABCT), and DoD Acquisition experience. This role directly supports the integration and modernization of advanced vehicle systems, including electronic warfare, communications, and next-generation command and control technologies.

Essential Job Functions:

Mission & Program Support: Provide Subject Matter Expert (SME) directly to the Program Management Office for ground combat platforms.

Systems Integration Leadership: Oversee and advise on assigned modernization efforts, including the integration of:

Advanced command and control software and networking systems.

Next-generation tactical communications and navigation systems.

Counter-threat and electronic warfare capabilities.

Acquisition & Lifecycle Management: Apply Defense Acquisition lifecycle knowledge to guide engineering, software development, testing, cybersecurity, and safety protocols for combat platforms.

Required Skills:

Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required

Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret clearance.

Education & Industry Experience


Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, RF Signal Engineering, or a related STEM field with 12 years of experience.

Experience in the Automotive, Aviation, and/or Telecommunications sectors.

Military Leadership Experience


Armored Brigade Combat Team (ABCT)

Desired Skills:

DoD Acquisition

Prior Signal Corps Officer experience.

C5ISR Network Integration experience.

Prior assignments with Army Futures Command, Test Commands, Army Staff, or Joint Staff.

Joint Acquisition qualifications with major intelligence or defense agencies (e.g., DIA, NSA, Space Command).

Background in Electronic Warfare (EW) or Signal Warfare (SW).

Experience with RF Spectrum Operations and tactical communications networks.

Prior experience working with major OEM Defense contractors.

Completion of advanced military leadership courses (e.g., Command & General Staff Course).


Formal Defense Acquisition training/schooling (e.g., Program Management/Acquisition 400-level certification).

Prior Project Management (PM) or Assistant PM experience with combat platforms.

Experience overseeing engineering, software development, testing, and cyber integration.
Vacancy posted 5 days ago
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