Systems Engineer

Are you a Systems Engineer who is looking to join one of the top companies within the Defense Industry?

Are you looking to further your career and grow?

Do you have experience with systems design and integration?

If you answered yes to those three questions, then today!

Acara Solutions is seeking highly qualified candidates to work hybrid (mix of on-site and remote) with our customer in Scottsdale, AZ. Interested?

Here's what you'd do:

• As a Systems Engineer for the SDA GMI program, you will be a key member of a cross-functional team responsible for developing and deploying state-of-the-art ground operational systems.
• Your contributions will be crucial to the program's success and innovation.
• Design, develop, and integrate ground-based tracking and mission systems for space operations.
• Translate high-level system requirements into detailed architectures, interfaces, and designs.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support system validation, deployment, and sustainment.
• Contribute to the development of cloud-based and microservice-oriented system solutions.

Here's what you'll get:

Pay: $50-54/hour

Hours: M-F, 9x80 schedule

Length: Long-term contract

Holiday pay, 401(k), direct deposit, and medical and dental insurance

A promising career in a growing industry

Opportunities to innovate, collaborate, and empower yourself (and others)

Sound like a good fit?

TODAY

About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier provider of recruiting and workforce solutions—we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in a variety of industries around the world, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

Job Requirements

Here's what you'll need:

• Bachelor's Degree in Science, Engineering, Technology, or Mathematics
• Minimum of 2 years of experience with systems design, integration, and validation.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience with automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Chef) and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience with MBSE methodologies and tools such as CAMEO or MagicDraw.

Here's what sets you apart from other candidates:

• Master's Degree with 6 months of experience
• Agile experience.
• Ground system design or scheduling knowledge.
• Tracking mission design knowledge.
• Satellite communications knowledge.
• Ground to satellite communication knowledge.
• Knowledge of networking concepts and protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP).
• Familiarity with operating systems (e.g., Linux, Windows).
• Strong understanding of systems engineering principles and methodologies.
• Proficiency in requirements analysis and system architecture design.
• Understanding of DevOps principles and practices.
• Knowledge of infrastructure as code (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles and best practices.
• Familiarity with compliance standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001).
• Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Proficient in documenting system designs, configurations, and procedures.
• Proficiency in systems engineering, decomposing requirements into architecture, internal and external interfaces, and design behavior.
• Familiarity with programming languages such as Java, Python, and MATLAB, including for software developer coordination, system analysis, prototype algorithm development, or modeling.
• Knowledge of cloud technologies and their application in system design and deployment.
• Background in simulation and modeling analysis with tools like STK, particularly in aerospace applications.
• Understanding of DevOps principles and practices.

Additional Information:

• Requires the ability to obtain a Top Secret Clearance.
• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and a drug screen.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be needed to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the necessary employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.