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About the job

Job Title: Systems Engineer - Requirements

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%

Type of Travel: Continental US

Anticipated Posting End: 1/1/2100

You will lead teams of engineers executing complex engineering projects and oversee the creation, development, and implementation of system designs. You will be responsible for ensuring that work is completed with high quality and on schedule. This role typically requires strong knowledge and skills within a specific technical or professional discipline, along with a broad understanding of other areas within the program or project.

Qualifications

Required: Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field and a minimum of 5 years of related work experience, including:

Department of Defense (DoD) systems engineering

Frequent communication with senior leadership through presentations, white papers, staff meetings, and daily correspondence

Management of hardware and software projects

Ensuring that engineering projects, initiatives, and processes conform to an organization’s established policies and objectives

Coordinating and directing project plans to accomplish desired objectives

Maintaining strong relationships with government customers, subcontractors, and vendors

Experience with configuration management, drafting, testing, and network engineering processes

Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

Self-motivated

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Experience with Satellite Control Network (SCN) systems

Radio-frequency antenna experience

Experience with Microsoft or Linux servers

Network modeling experience

Confidence in making high-level decisions

Ability to think critically under pressure

Strong attention to detail

Desire to learn

Effective and professional interpersonal skills

What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range :

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is: $82,100-$172,400

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.