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PEMCCO

Lead Computer Engineer

washington, DC

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About this opportunity

PEMCCO lists this Lead Computer Engineer opportunity in washington, District of Columbia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Pay:

$75.53 - $124.62 hourly, depending on experience

Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Employee Assistance Program, and other company-sponsored benefits

Security Clearance:

Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance if required

About PEMCCO

PEMCCO supports complex technical and operational programs by providing skilled professionals who help customers achieve mission success. We offer opportunities to work on meaningful projects, collaborate with highly skilled technical teams, and contribute to innovative solutions that support critical government operations.

Job Overview

As a Lead Computer Engineer, you will serve as a senior technical leader responsible for developing engineering solutions, evaluating system architectures, leading integration efforts, and driving technical excellence across the full system lifecycle.

You will collaborate with engineers, developers, system administrators, program leadership, and customers to solve complex technical challenges, improve system performance, and support mission-critical objectives.

This is an opportunity to move beyond day-to-day engineering work and play a key role in shaping technology solutions, guiding technical teams, and supporting strategic program goals.

What You'll Do

Lead the design, development, integration, testing, and evaluation of computer systems and related technologies

Analyze system requirements and develop engineering solutions that support mission and program objectives

Evaluate system architectures and recommend improvements that enhance performance, reliability, scalability, and maintainability

Provide technical leadership throughout design, implementation, testing, integration, and sustainment activities

Conduct engineering studies, technical analyses, and feasibility assessments

Support the development and implementation of hardware, software, and network solutions

Review technical designs, specifications, and engineering documentation

Identify and resolve complex technical issues involving software, hardware, networking, and enterprise systems

Support verification, validation, performance testing, and system optimization efforts

Ensure engineering solutions comply with applicable standards, requirements, and best practices

Coordinate technical efforts across engineering teams and stakeholders

Develop technical briefings, reports, recommendations, and presentations for leadership and customers

Mentor engineers and technical personnel while promoting engineering excellence and professional development

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering,

Mathematics with a concentration in Computer Science, or a related technical discipline

Ten (10) years of experience in computer engineering, software development, computer systems engineering, networking, computer design, or related technical disciplines

Strong knowledge of computer engineering principles and practices

Experience developing solutions across hardware, software, and networking environments

Experience evaluating system architectures and developing technical strategies

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills

Proven ability to lead technical efforts and guide engineering teams

Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences

Experience developing and reviewing technical documentation and engineering artifacts

Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance if required

Preferred Experience

Experience supporting Department of Defense or Federal Government programs

Experience leading complex engineering initiatives or technical teams

Experience with enterprise computing environments

Experience supporting systems integration, testing, and implementation activities

Experience reviewing technical architectures and evaluating engineering solutions

Experience mentoring engineers and technical personnel

Advanced coursework or specialized training in systems engineering, software engineering, networking, systems architecture, or related disciplines

Why Join PEMCCO?

Lead engineering efforts that support critical government and customer missions

Influence system architecture, integration strategies, and technical decision-making

Work alongside highly skilled engineers, developers, and technical professionals

Solve complex engineering challenges with real-world impact

Support advanced technologies across hardware, software, networking, and enterprise environments

Mentor and develop the next generation of engineering talent

Build a rewarding career in a collaborative and mission-focused organization

Work Environment

Professional office and technical work environments

Work may be performed at company facilities, customer locations, or designated project sites as needed

Regular collaboration with engineers, developers, system administrators, customers, and program leadership

Engagement in technical planning, engineering reviews, and solution development activities

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Additional company-sponsored benefits

Equal Opportunity Employer

PEMCCO, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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Worksite address

washington, DC, 20022, US

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