Systems Architect jobs in Virginia

Systems Architect is responsible for the architectural design, development, and deployment of an organization's overall IT systems. Designs systems to consider functional requirements, scalability, and security. Being a Systems Architect defines system solutions based on user needs, cost, and required integration with existing applications, systems, or platforms. Researches, identifies, selects, and tests technology products required for solution delivery. Additionally, Systems Architect establishes, implements, and documents technology integrations or migration strategies. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. The Systems Architect works autonomously. Goals are generally communicated in "solution" or project goal terms. May provide a leadership role for the work group through knowledge in the area of specialization. Works on advanced, complex technical projects or business issues requiring state of the art technical or industry knowledge. To be a Systems Architect typically requires 10+ years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Satellite Systems Architect
  • Trace Systems
  • Vienna, VA OTHER
  • Overview:

    The Satellite Systems Architect (SSA) is primarily responsible for architecting and designing tactical and enterprise communications solutions in support of contracts and task orders for DoD requirements. The SSA must possess cross-discipline skills in Command, Control, Communications, and Computer Systems and Systems Engineering methodologies such as DoDAF, INCOSE Standards and generally accepted industry best practices. The SSA will manage technical solution development for multiple technical proposals and technically support communications systems through integration, implementation, fielding and sustainment. A wide variety of communications systems with a satellite communications focus will be designed, integrated, and fielded, therefore, must be able to adapt to changing requirements, manage multiple technical tasks, interface with vendors and suppliers, and also provide detailed input to the technical proposal team.

     

    The SSA will support the Trace Systems Business Development and Proposal organization in growing revenue and designing/developing solutions to help our customers solve mission oriented and technical challenges with core Trace and partner capabilities. This position must work well in a team environment and will play a central role in developing winning solutions from Capture Development through Proposal submission and award. The SSA will be able to lead development of both technology and personnel-focused solutions as well as the design of proposal and prototype solutions for staff augmentation and network solutions. The SSA will oversee inputs from a wide range of contributors including engineering, pricing, proposals, business development, project, and Executive personnel to facilitate development of a winning solution.

     

    Job Title: Satellite Systems Architect

     

    Job Location:  Tysons Corner Virginia or Tampa FL

     

    Security Clearance:  Clearable 

     

    Job Responsibilities:

    Duties will include:

    • Review request for proposals (RFP) and develop winning responses.
    • Perform risk analysis, trade studies and costs analysis associated with technical solutions and provide recommendations.
    • Interface with vendors and suppliers to develop technical solutions and cost models, understand new technologies and the implementation of those solutions and technologies.
    • Review hardware components and subsystems for integration into larger solutions.
    • Develop and maintain Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) accommodating for all systems integration, logistics, procurement, and testing.
    • Design and engineering of wide area satellite-based networks using various modem platforms (SCPC, TDMA, FDMA).
    • Strategic and tactical satellite communications systems design, development, integration and implementation.
    • Provide operations and sustainment guidance to field technicians on systems ranging from VSATs to larger earth stations with complex RF and baseband signal chains.
    • Technical solution development for a wide variety of communications systems that include SATCOM, Microwave, other RF technologies, Terrestrial/Copper/Fiber Optic, power and ancillary equipment. Understand and solution the integration of other elements of network architectures including LANs/CANs and other data network elements.
    • Prepare detailed white papers, reports and recommendations to customer as well participate in technical evaluation boards, integrated product teams (IPT) and technical briefings.

    Minimum Qualifications:

    • Minimum ten (10) years with the following:
      • Demonstrate theoretical and practical hands-on engineering in a fast-paced, Government contracting environment.
      • Experience in conducting large scale satellite and tactical communications and network systems design, systems integration, testing and validation, implementation and sustainment for military and government customers. Working client requirements and translate them into documented engineering requirements and solutions.
    • Minimum five (5) years of experience with preparing technical proposal documents and technical writing for US Government proposals, preferably with focus on DoD customers/requirements. Designing solutions that address and align with customers’ technical environments, business needs, and enterprise data security compliance requirements.
    • Minimum three (3) years of experience in performing link budget analysis for complex wide area satellite networks.
    • Minimum seven (7) years with the following:
      • Systems Engineering Methodologies and industry best practices. Performing technical oversight and analysis of approaches, designs, best practices and documentation.
      • Experience with large satellite earth terminals including RF/IF subsystems, baseband systems and ancillary equipment.
      • Experience with military fixed and deployable commercial and tactical VSATs including RF/IF subsystems and electronics, baseband systems, ancillary equipment and peripheral devices.
      • Experience with satellite communications networks design and implementation.
    • Experience with Military and commercial satellite constellations and ground station equipment.
    • Experience with multiple transmission systems to include microwave, troposcatter, terrestrial/copper, fiber optic.
    • Experience with IP Networking theory, concepts, hardware, and software.
    • Experience with systems architecture development, functional analysis, and systems interoperability analysis for complex communications systems focused on satellite architectures.
    • Proficient in performing risk analysis, decision analysis and trade studies.
    • Excellent problem solving skills and the ability to adapt to differing technical environments as required.
    • Excellent proposal development and writing skills.
    • Must have strong technical, analytical and critical thinking / reasoning skills.
    • Must have an understanding of MIL-STD documents and certifications such as ARSTRAT/JITC testing, DoDI, and DISA circulars.
    • Must have a strong work ethic and strong leadership skills with solid communication, interpersonal management and relationship building skills.

     

    Desired Qualifications:

    • MS Systems Engineering, Telecommunications, or Information Systems or related technical discipline.
    • Ability to develop pricing strategies relative to communications systems and services.
    • Ability to advise business development staff and executive management on new technologies, provide competitive analyses, and recommendations.
    • Ability to represent the Company at trade shows, technical interchange meetings and working groups.
    • Ability to work independently managing cost analysis and task order schedules.
    • Experience with VoIP telephony design and implementation.
    • Experience with IP networking and networking security practices.

    Certifications desired but not required:

      • Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP)
      • Professional Engineer (PE)
      • Project Management Professional (PMP)
      • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

    Education:

    • BS Engineering: Electrical, Satellite Communications, Telecommunications Systems or related technical field.

    Trace Systems

    Trace Systems, headquartered in Vienna, Virginia, was founded to support and defend our nation's security interests at home and abroad–– whenever and wherever. We provide cybersecurity, intelligence, communications, networking and information technology services, systems, and solutions to the United States Department of Defense, Intelligence Community and Department of Homeland Security.

     

    To Apply: We invite you to put your talents to work by joining a growing team of dynamic professionals here at Trace Systems! Be part of a culture at our leading edge company where you can achieve great things while fostering a satisfying and rewarding career progression. Please apply directly through the website at: www.tracesystems.com.      #jointracesystems

     

    For any additional questions or to submit any referrals, please contact recruiting@tracesystems.com

     

    Trace Systems is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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Systems Architect (SME)
  • BAE Systems
  • Reston, VA FULL_TIME
  • Job Description We are looking for experienced System Architects to join our technology-based program supporting a key government customers. This program will deliver engineering services for network ...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Systems Architect (Expert)
  • BAE Systems
  • Herndon, VA FULL_TIME
  • Job Description We are looking for experienced System Architects to join our technology-based program supporting a key government customers. This program will deliver engineering services for network ...
  • 4 Days Ago

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IT Systems Solutions Architect
  • BAE Systems
  • Arlington, VA FULL_TIME
  • Job Description BAE is seeking an experienced Solutions Architect as an analytical, talented leader with extensive experience driving the development and delivery of innovative technology solutions. L...
  • 1 Month Ago

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ARCHITECT
  • Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command
  • Naval Weapons Station, VA FULL_TIME
  • This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "H...
  • 16 Days Ago

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Systems Engineer/Architect
  • Miklos Systems, Inc
  • Fairfax, VA FULL_TIME
  • Miklos Systems, Inc. is an Employee-Owned company providing software and systems engineering services to customers, primarily in the Federal Government. Our value to customers is our expertise in buil...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Systems Architect
  • HexaQuEST Global
  • Tallahassee, FL
  • The Office of Information Technology (Client), Application Services, is looking for a Systems Architect to provide tempo...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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System Architect
  • Columbia Technology Partners
  • Annapolis Junction, MD
  • Description: Our team has an opportunity for a System Architect on our prime program. As a leader you will bring vision,...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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System Architect
  • CoolSnail
  • Mc Lean, VA
  • Job Title: System Architect Working hours: 8 AM -5 PM Work address: Richfield, MN 55423, Initially Remote (In future, wi...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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IT Systems Architect
  • Contact Government Services, LLC
  • Hollywood, FL
  • IT Systems Architect Employment Type: Full Time, Mid level Department: Information Technology As an IT Lead System Archi...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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IT Systems Architect
  • Resolution Technologies, Inc.
  • Atlanta, GA
  • IT Systems Architect ***This is a hybrid role that will be primarily onsite 4 days per week. This is subject to change a...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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System Architect
  • HCL Technologies
  • Delta, CO
  • Job Description (Posting). To define solution architecture based on business requirements and established standards in l...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Systems Architect
  • ManTech
  • San Antonio, TX
  • Secure our Nation, Ignite your Future Join a new and exciting opportunity to protect national security and provide premi...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Systems Architect
  • General Dynamics Information Technology
  • Newington, VA
  • Transform technology into opportunity as a Systems Architect with GDIT. A career in enterprise IT means connecting and e...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Virginia (/vərˈdʒɪniə/ (listen)), officially the Commonwealth of Virginia, is a state in the Southeastern and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States located between the Atlantic Coast and the Appalachian Mountains. Virginia is nicknamed the "Old Dominion" due to its status as the first English colonial possession established in mainland North America and "Mother of Presidents" because eight U.S. presidents were born there, more than any other state. The geography and climate of the Commonwealth are shaped by the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Chesapeake Bay, which provide habitat for much of ...
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