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Make an impact by connecting and securing critical operations across the globe, keeping our country safe and secure.\nJob Description\nSYSTEMS ENGINEER SENIOR\nJob Description\nAs an AF DCGS Senior Systems Engineer will be supporting Air Combat Command, providing requirement development, system integration, architecture, and sustainment support to the Air Force Distributed Common Ground System (AF DCGS) program, specifically on Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) system modernization and upgrade programs.\n\nAdditionally, you will assist in the generation of SIGINT system requirements, implementation strategies, and engineering efforts for Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) data integration into Command and Control (C2) systems to support decision making.\n\nHOW A SENIOR SYSTEMS ENGINEER WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:\nAdvise client on AF DCGS SIGINT technical and system life-cycle approaches that deliver on organizational objectives.\nResponsible for defining and supporting the design, development, and implementation of short- and long-term solutions for SIGINT requirements, systems, and technology needs through the use of new, modified, and/or existing applications.\nCoordinate and advocate for weapon system requirements with respect to SIGINT systems, integration, and architectures, working with National Mission Partners (NMP) and/or other Air Force organizations partnering with NMP.\nServe as organizational focal point for new SIGINT technology efforts to include Situational Awareness applications, working closely with various stakeholders to ensure operational alignment.\nEngage proactively in specific Sensing/Sensemaking Working Groups discussions, providing subject matter expertise and driving actionable outcomes for the mission.\nOversee the development and review of AF Form 1067s Modification Requests for SIGINT and related initiatives, ensuring all requirements are rigorously focused, accurately scoped, and comprehensively justified.\nReviews and updates SIGINT system requirements for the AF DCGS weapon system and associated programs working with mission partners.\nCreate and maintain effective working relationships with staff at stakeholder, mission partner, and higher headquarters organizations.\nWork closely with AF DCGS Program Management Office (PMO) SIGINT programs area to ensure technical capabilities are fully synchronized and integrated with operational mission efforts.\nWork with stakeholders and end users to develop requirements for SIGINT system modernization efforts and manage programs through the requirements validation, solution development, and delivery phase.\nAssesses the compatibility and integration of SIGINT products/services proposed to ensure an integrated architectures across interdependent technologies and system of systems.\n\nWHAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUCCEED:\nHigh level understanding of the National Mission Partner and Air Force SIGINT systems and architecture\nHigh level understanding of the Air Force C4ISR enterprise systems such as AF DCGS, Air Operations Center, and the Targeting Enterprise\nFamiliarity with DCGS mission, DoD Architecture Framework/relationships to Agile Development approaches and Cyber Security Operations and Processes.\nHigh level Understanding of System of Systems SIGINT Enterprise architecture, data flows, site capabilities\nUnderstanding of USAF Acquisition processes such as AF Form1067 modification request efforts\nActive TS/SCI clearance required\nEducation: BS/BA in relevant technical, engineering, IT, or cybersecurity field\nExperience: 8+ years of experience as Systems Engineer with National Mission Partner, AF DCGS background; additional years’ experience in lieu of formal education may be considered\nMust be onsite full time at Langley AFB, VA\nTravel is anticipated to be less than 25%\n\nGDIT IS YOUR PLACE:\n401K with company match\nComprehensive health and wellness packages\nInternal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career\nProfessional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications\nCutting-edge technology you can learn from\nRest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays\n\nGDIT IS YOUR PLACE\nAt GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.\n\nGrowth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities\nSupport: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals\nRewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off\nFlexibility: Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home\nCommunity: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace\n\nOWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY\nExplore an enterprise IT career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your desire to drive operations forward.\nWork Requirements\nYears of Experience\n8 + years of related experience\nmay vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree\nCertification\nTravel Required\n10-25%\nCitizenship\nU.S. Citizenship Required\nSalary and Benefit Information\nThe likely salary range for this position is $110,500 - $149,500. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.\nView information about benefits and our total rewards program.\nOur Identity Verification Process\nAs part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.\nAbout Our Work\nWe are GDIT. 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