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Systems Engineer (435822) in Washington/Metro, DC

October 1, 2008

Job Title: Systems Engineer (435822)

Job Location: Washington/Metro, DC

Career Level:  Senior

Job Type:  3 month contract to hire

Pay Type:  Hourly

Maximum Pay:  $61.90

Minimum Pay:  $37.14

Required Engineering Field/Major: Engineering

General Job Description:

Mid-level engineer responsible for performing a wide range of tasks for the FAA’s Terminal Automation Organization. Understanding of systems used in the program management for the acquisition of major systems used nationally for Air Traffic Control Towers and Terminal Radar Approach Control facilities. Interfaces and coordinates with FAA Program and Project Managers, technical and business specialists, commercial vendors, and Washington D.C. support personnel. Performs program management and business case development functions for Terminal Automation Systems. Involved in planning for the migration of existing air-to-ground and ground-to-air data communications systems to future generation systems. In that regard, attends and participates in recurring and diverse planning meetings. Performs investment analysis planning and general written assessments and analyses in response to tasks. Job sometimes requires preparation and coordination of documentation for the FAA’s Joint Resource Council (JRC) or Acquisition Management System. Provides support that transitions existing discrete architectures to common platforms. At a minimum, possesses a Bachelor’s degree in engineering (civil, electrical, electronic, chemical, industrial, mechanical, aeronautical, or computer) from an accredited college or university.

A minimum of 10 years experience in system engineering-related fields, and a college degree in industrial, system, or electronic engineering is required, or a degree in a related computer science field. Experience with air-to-ground and ground-to-air data systems highly desired. Experience with business-related acquisition of IT systems is a plus as is familiarization with the FAA’s Acquisition Management System. Experience with hardware and software systems acquisition, integration and deployment of FAA automation programs or other IT, communications, or aviation systems is highly desirable. Strong organizational and both verbal and written communications skills required. Ability to plan and operate independently with minimum supervision is a plus. Good MS Office product skills are highly desirable.

 

Required Skills: A minimum of 10 years experience in system engineering-related fields, and a college degree in industrial, system, or electronic engineering is required, or a degree in a related computer science field.

Company/Client Profile: A Veteran-owned Virginia Corporation serving the government and corporate industries, ZKD, LLC was founded on its strong Staffing Solutions, Security Management, and Information Management capabilities.  We provide federal and commercial clients quality professionals supporting a vast array of skill sets.  ZKD’s management practices for success are built upon the principle that management and organizational effectiveness leads to employee effectiveness. 

Application Instructions: Reply to email

 

Employer/Recruiter Contact Info:

Robert F. Darden

VP, Commercial Operations

 

ZKD,LLC

101 E. Park Blvd., Suite 600

Plano, TX 75074

Ph : 972.516.3785

Fax: 972.516.3786

robert [dot] darden [at] zkdllc [dot] com

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Written by robert.darden@zkdllc.com · Filed Under Engineering Jobs 

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