Systems Engineering Specialist

Posting Details
Posting Details
Position Number:
129997
Title:
Faculty Specialist
Functional Title:
Systems Engineering Specialist
Category Status:
15-Fac.Non-Tenured,Continuing Con
Applicant Search Category:
Faculty
University Authorized FTE:
100
Unit:
VPR-Applied Research Lab for Intelligence & Security
Campus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state's flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation's legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation's capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
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Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
The Applied Research Laboratory for Intelligence & Security (ARLIS) - a University Affiliated Research Center (UARC) under the UMD Vice President of Research (VPR). ARLIS seeks to hire an Systems Engineering Specialist to support the Acquisition and Industrial Security (A&IS) Mission Area. We seek talented professionals who can work with a team to support the research, construction, implementation, test, documentation, and maintenance of socio-technical solutions that provide highly impactful capabilities for the special operations and intelligence community. Specifically, much of our work focuses on policy and implementation relating to manufacturing, data and knowledge engineering, model-based systems engineering, digital supply chains, and library science.
The Systems Engineering Specialist's responsibilities include:

• Conducting systems analysis and research to support ongoing and new projects.
• Developing comprehensive written reports and briefing materials tailored for stakeholders and customers.
• Designing and modeling system architectures using model-based systems engineering (MBSE) principles to ensure efficient and effective solutions.

Benefits Summary
Top Benefits and Perks:
Faculty Benefits Summary
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:

• Master's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, or a Bachelor's degree in one of those fields with at least three years of relevant work experience.

Experience:

• Demonstrated experience in systems engineering methodologies, including systems analysis, requirements engineering, and design synthesis.
• Proficiency in using MBSE tools (e.g., Cameo Systems Modeler, IBM Rational Rhapsody, or similar) for system architecture design and analysis.
• Proven experience in applying systems engineering principles to identify, analyze, and solve complex technical challenges in a multidisciplinary environment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong communications, presentation, and writing skills

Must be able to obtain a U.S. security clearance. If selected, you must meet the requirements for access to classified information and will be subject to a government security clearance investigation that includes criminal and credit history checks, as well as verification of U.S. citizenship , birth, education, employment, and military history.
Preferences:
Preferences:

• Experience in implementing advanced MBSE techniques, such as model-driven development or integrating MBSE with other engineering disciplines (e.g., software, hardware) across the full project lifecycle.
• Possession of certifications such as INCOSE Associate Systems Engineering Professional (ASEP), Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP) or Expert Systems Engineering Professional (ESEP).
• Hands-on experience in specific industry sectors such as defense, aerospace, automotive, or healthcare, where complex systems engineering processes are critical, providing a unique perspective and domain expertise.
• Active security clearance.

Additional Certifications:
Additional Information:
Salary range is $58,656-$134,925.
Posting Date:
10/09/2024
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled
Yes
Best Consideration Date
12/31/2024
Physical Demands
Sedentary work performed in a normal office environment; exerts up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Ability to attend meetings both on and off campus. Spending long hours in front of a computer screen.
Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.