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Job Title: Systems Engineer SME
Location: Eglin AFB, FL
Canvas, Inc. is seeking a Systems Engineer SME to perform Advisory and Assistance Support (A&AS), supporting the Guided Weapons Evaluation Facility (GWEF) on Eglin Air Force Base. As a Systems Engineer SME, you will support developing and integrating various electronic warfare systems in a ground test environment. These tasks will include defining system hardware requirements and architectures and being fully involved in the systems' development, integration, and verification/validation. You will support the implementation and incorporation of USAF life-cycle system engineering processes for supporting simulation ground tests and review and validate system engineering proposals, schematics, and design details in the acquisition of next-generation test instrumentation and infrastructure hardware and software. You will also assist in drafting DoD-level documentation such as proposals, statements of work, system specifications, hardware and software requirements and design specifications, interface control documents, and system test plans and test procedures.
Requirements:
10+ years of Systems Engineering experience in one or more of the following: understanding of the total lifecycle for complex hardware systems, in-depth understanding of requirements development, hardware development, hardware integration and verification and validation processes of complex systems.
Comprehensive knowledge of concepts, principles, and practices of engineering to provide consultative services on development programs and in the design and development of EW simulation systems and components.
Demonstrated knowledge of DoD system engineering processes to include IEEE15288.1-2014 Application of SE on Defense Programs, ISO/IEC 26702 - Application and Management of the Systems Engineering Process, ISO/IEC/IEEE 42010 - Architecture Description, and EIA 632 - Processes for Engineering a System.
Ability to investigate, troubleshoot, and design solutions to problems from a broad perspective.
Experience with basic CAD drawings.
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
Experience with Electronic Warfare, Threat Emitter, or other RF systems desired.
Experience with embedded software architecture, hardware/software interfaces, Interface Control Documents (ICD) and requirements analysis/management desired.
Knowledge of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) capabilities, proficiency in MS Project for Critical Path Analysis, and hands-on experience with CAMEO Enterprise Architecture Software desired.
Required Security Level: Must have and be able to maintain a Top Secret /SCI security clearance.
About Us
Founded in 2007, Canvas, Inc. connects a passion for going beyond the expected with the knowledge and expertise to deliver what our clients need now and in the future. Canvas has been recognized as a Great Place to Work Certified ™, Fortune Best Small Workplace ™, Fortune Best Workplace for Millennials ™ (2022), Best Place for Working Parents (2022 & 2023), HIRE Vets Gold Medallion Awardee (2021 & 2022), Best Places to Work Awardee, 2019 Government Contracting - Technology Business of the Year, and Woman-Owned Small Business of the Year (2018) by the Huntsville/Madison Chamber of Commerce.
Benefits of Working with Canvas, Inc.
To reflect our company culture, Canvas offers an exciting array of benefits that makes up our employees' total rewards package. Those benefits may include:
Competitive Wages*
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Generous company-funded Basic Life Insurance
Company-funded Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
11 Paid Federal Holidays
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Dependent Care and Medical Flexible Spending Accounts
401(k) retirement plan with company match and 100% immediate vesting
Tuition Reimbursement for ongoing training, continuing education, or advanced degree programs
Robust Employee Assistance Program
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Spot Awards for exemplary individual performance
Discretionary performance-based bonuses
And many more!
*Final compensation for this position is determined by a variety of factors, such as a candidate's relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.
Canvas is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Canvas, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and a VEVRAA federal contractor who affords equal employment opportunity to protected veterans and people with disabilities.
Canvas, Inc has equal employment opportunities that are based upon a candidate's qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job and are free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit our Careers page. U.S. citizenship is required for most positions.
Canvas, Inc. is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. Canvas, Inc. will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources department at (256) 489-2988 or talent@canvas-inc.com.
For further information on Canvas Inc, including more information on employee benefits and our company culture, visit our website.
If an offer of employment is extended, applicant must have the ability to pass a background check. Offer of Employment is contingent upon the results.