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SimVentions, Inc

SEDSS- Senior Systems Engineer **

compton, MD

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SimVentions, Inc lists this SEDSS- Senior Systems Engineer ** opportunity in compton, Maryland. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Overview: SimVentions is 100% employee-owned and proudly ranked among Virginia’s Best Places to Work year after year! We are looking for an enterprising mid-level to senior software-focused Systems Engineer to perform software systems engineering for the acquisition, development and sustainment of various aviation programs. This position requires full-time on-site presence at the NAVAIR base in PAX River, MD. 

** This position is future funded and not expected to begin before September 1, 2026

Clearance: An ACTIVE Secret Clearance is required for this position. Candidates may be required to obtain a Top Secret clearance after beginning this work. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. US Citizenship is required to obtain a clearance.

Requirements: At least ten years experience performing software and systems engineering activities

Experience with military aircraft avionic systems and/or software

Responsibilities: Develop and maintain software requirements

Review and evaluate vendor software specifications

Coordinate with vendors on software and system integration

Conduct analysis of software defects

Coordinate with cybersecurity subject Matter experts

Participate in System Engineering Technical Reviews (including SRRs, SSRs, PDRs, CDRs, TRRs, etc.)

Support the Engineering Change Proposal (ECP) process

Participate in Agile and SAFe team processes

Prepare and review Statements of Work (SOWs) and Contract Deliverable Requirements Lists (CDRLs)

Develop Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs)

Support technical evaluations of Contractor proposals

Preferred Skills and Experience: Experience with DOD-STD-2167A/MIL-STD-498/IEEE 12207

Experience with Systems Software, Systems-of-Systems engineering, MBSE, or systems safety & reliability

Experience with Agile software development processes

Education: BS in a technical discipline from an ABET accredited program Compensation: Compensation at SimVentions is determined by a number of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, education, training, security clearance, work location, skills, knowledge, and competencies, as well as alignment with our corporate compensation plan and contract specific requirements.

The projected annual compensation range for this position is $120,000 -$176,000 (USD). This estimate reflects the standard salary range for this position and is just one component of the total compensation package that SimVentions offers. 

Benefits: At SimVentions, we’re committed to supporting the total well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefit offerings include comprehensive health and welfare plans to serve a variety of needs. 

We offer:

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Competitive 401(k) programs

Retirement and Financial Counselors

Health Savings and Health Reimbursement Accounts

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life insurance, short- & long-term disability

Continuing Education Assistance

Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Paid Leave (e.g., Maternity, Paternity, Jury Duty, Bereavement, Military)

Third Party Employee Assistance Program that offers emotional and lifestyle well-being services, to include free counseling

Supplemental Benefit Program 

Why Work for SimVentions?: SimVentions is about more than just being a place to work with other growth-orientated technically exceptional experts. It’s also a fun place to work. Our family-friendly atmosphere encourages our employee-owners to imagine, create, explore, discover, and do great things together.

Support Our Warfighters

SimVentions is a proud supporter of the U.S. military, and we take pride in our ability to provide relevant, game-changing solutions to our armed men and women around the world.

Drive Customer Success

We deliver innovative products and solutions that go beyond the expected. This means you can expect to work with a team that will allow you to grow, have a voice, and make an impact.

Get Involved in Giving Back

We believe a well-rounded company starts with well-rounded employees, which is why we offer diverse service opportunities for our team throughout the year.

Build Innovative Technology

SimVentions takes pride in its innovative and cutting-edge technology, so you can be sure that whatever project you work on, you will be having a direct impact on our customer’s success.

Work with Brilliant People

We don’t just hire the smartest people; we seek experienced, creative individuals who are passionate about their work and thrive in our unique culture.

Create Meaningful Solutions

We are trusted partners with our customers and are provided challenging and meaningful requirements to help them solve.

Employees who join SimVentions will enjoy additional perks like:

Employee Ownership:   Work with the best and help build YOUR company!

Family focus:   Work for a team that recognizes the importance of family time.

Culture:   Add to our culture of technical excellence and collaboration.

Dress code:   Business casual, we like to be comfortable while we work.

Resources:   Excellent facilities, tools, and training opportunities to grow in your field.

Open communication:   Work in an environment where your voice matters.

Corporate Fellowship:   Opportunities to participate in company sports teams and employee-led interest groups for personal and professional development.

Employee Appreciation:  Multiple corporate events throughout the year, including Holiday Events, Company Picnic, Imagineering Day, and more.

Founding Partner of the FredNats Baseball team:   Equitable distribution of tickets for every home game to be enjoyed by our employee-owners and their families from our private suite.

Food:   We have a lot of food around here!

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