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The Team and the Role

IND US is a 100% employee-owned, customer-focused government services provider with expertise in Engineering, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Program/Financial Management, Logistics, and Data Analytics. At IND US , we believe in the value of the IND US team. Together we deliver exceptional customer service, foster a growth and support-centered work environment, and focus on how we can give back to the communities that we serve. Empowering our employees starts on day one and creates an environment full of innovation and promise. By offering mentorship and robust Training and Development opportunities, IND US continues its pursuit to be the Employer of Choice.

The Shore and Expeditionary Integration Program Office (PMW 790) is acquiring support services in the areas of production systems engineering, logistics, installation management, and integration/planning/requirements services for the architecture, integration, acquisition, and support of multiple shore and expeditionary Command, Control, Communications, Computers, and Intelligence (C4I) programs. PMW 790's mission is to acquire, integrate, deliver, and support interoperable shore-based C4I capabilities for the warfighter. PMW 790’s vision is to be the preeminent provider of integrated shore-based transformational Network Centric Warfare capabilities to the warfighter by providing assured connectivity between tactical forces and higher commands. The overarching goal is to ensure C4I systems programmed for installation on Navy ships have matching shore facilities of appropriate capacity to support Fleet deployments worldwide. Our goal is to migrate the shore sites and their terrestrial interconnections into a coherent, scalable, network-centric communications and multiplexing fabric designed to optimize functionality by effecting improvements that both satisfy current shortfalls and, wherever possible, provide the building blocks for future C4I architecture.

Reporting to the Program Manager, the Systems Engineer prepares, updates, and reviews AutoCAD shore installation drawings (IRDs, IDPs, and As-Builts) in accordance with NAVWAR standards, ensuring accuracy and consistency prior to customer submission on the PMW 790 Shore and Expeditionary Integration Program Office Planning and Logistics Support Services contract . This position is located in San Diego, CA.

This contingent posting is for upcoming opportunities at INDUS Technology, Inc. If your background aligns with a future opening, our team will reach out to discuss next steps. This position is expected to be located in San Diego, CA.

What You'll Do

Develop, with the support of AutoCAD specialists, the technical requirements of Installation Requirements Drawings (IRD), Installation Design Plans (IDP), and As-Built drawings.

Review IRDs, IDPs, and As-Builts to ensure compliance with applicable standards (SIPH and IRD), and to ensure hardware installations are documented in detail and provide necessary guidance for a successful installation.

Conduct surveys of Navy shore platforms in support of drawing development efforts.

Conduct ongoing assessments of shore installation issues relating to IRDs, IDPs, and As Built Drawings and their compliance with the IRD Standard and the Shore Installation Process Handbook (SIPH).

Be responsible to various data calls to provide requested information, including research, gathering, sorting and presentation.

Coordinate with Subject Matter Experts and Project Engineers and provide reporting to Task Leads.

Utilize and provide feedback to established Standards, company templates and SOPs.

Bid and proposal support if requested.

Other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications:

An active secret clearance is required to be considered for this position.

HS Diploma required.

Five (5) years of experience providing systems engineering and/or AutoCAD support.

Functional knowledge and completed course of instruction for AutoCAD software and familiar with traditional drafting methods.

Experience in creating AutoCAD drawings such as network interconnectivity diagrams, floor plans, elevations, building plans, landscapes, maps, electrical, electronic, and mechanical details.

Experience updating existing AutoCAD drawing "red lines" to current state. U.S. Navy and/or NAVWAR Command Control Computer Communications and Intelligence (C4I) background related to shore installation upgrades.

Experience with Naval Information Warfare Command (NAVWAR) SYSCOM PEO Integrated Data Environment and Repository (SPIDER).

Familiarity with Shore Installation Process Handbook and NAVWAR IRD Standard, and FRCB process.

Familiarity with networking diagrams, concepts, and components.

Familiarity with AutoCAD Dynamic Blocks and Attributes.

Requires organization skills including the ability to communicate complex ideas visually.

Ability to apply basic math skills to compute scaling and formulas.

Ability to read, understand and interpret technical documents.

Must possess basic computer literacy and data entry skills.

Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (to include MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Demonstrated problem-solving skills.

Must possess strong time management skills.

Must be able to work in a fast-paced, changing, and challenging environment.

Travel Required ~10% travel required.

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to remain seated in a stationary position 50% of the time. Must also be able to alternate between sitting, standing, and walking.

INDUS aims to provide a competitive compensation package, including a strong pay for performance rewards approach. The expected base pay range for this position is $80,000 - $100,000 per year. This position is eligible to participate in our corporate 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) programs, and may be eligible for performance bonuses, and other rewards and benefits (see more about our compensation package and benefits offered at Culture @ INDUS | INDUS Technology). The pay range for this role considers job-related knowledge, skills, work location, education and training, and certifications. To drive fair pay practices for employees, INDUS conducts regular comparisons across our employee groups and the industry.

INDUS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic.

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