Lead Engineer, Systems Engineer

Position Overview

We are seeking a Lead Engineer to join our team supporting Joint Service Provider (JSP) Engineering and Development for the Enterprise (ED-E) contract in Arlington, VA. Tek Synap is a fast-growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive, well-planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.

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Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-level systems engineering expertise and counsel to project teams and functional/user area managers on systems of the most complex nature.
• Design, coordinate, and implement major computer systems and subsystems that span multiple functional lines.
• Oversee integration of new applications with existing systems, ensuring compatibility, efficiency, and minimal disruption.
• Confer with systems users to assess system utilization and identify modifications that will increase efficiency, facilitate integration, or reduce operating costs.
• Investigate emerging procedures, technologies, and systems to assess their relevance and potential operational impact.
• Provide consultative support to applications programmers, software engineers, systems analysts, and computer center operations staff.
• Participate in the development of systems analysis standards and strategic planning for complex system initiatives.
• Direct planning and scheduling of systems projects, ensuring alignment with operational priorities and technical requirements.
• Evaluate system requirements, coordinate work on various subsystems, and provide architectural guidance for engineering complex solutions.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of fifteen (15) years of directly related experience in all phases of systems engineering.
• Demonstrated advanced knowledge of engineering principles, methods, and techniques across various operating systems and platforms.
• Proven ability to work on multi-disciplinary projects requiring integration of multiple technical domains.
• Experience with the development and application of systems engineering best practices, including cross-functional systems planning and optimization.
• Not required, but knowledge of or certification in specific systems, technologies, or applications may be necessary depending on assignment.
• Master’s degree in an Information Technology (IT)-related field.
• Must possess an active Secret clearance at time of application.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401K plan options.
• Life insurance along with short-term and long-term disability plans.
• Paid vacation time and holidays.