Systems Engineer

Odyssey Systems

Tampa, FL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Acquisition Logistics, Acquisition Strategy, Aerospace and Defense, Analysis Skills, Atlassian JIRA, Business Operations, Change Control, Communication Skills, Communication Systems, Computer Engineering, Configuration Management, Cross-Functional, Document Management, Ecosystems, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Warfare, Engineering Drawing, Federal Contracts, Federal Government, Funding, Government Contracts, Leadership, Mechanical Engineering, Organizational Skills, Project/Program Management, Quality Metrics, Radio Frequency, Requirements Management, Requirements Validation/Verification, Risk Management, Secret Clearance, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Signal Processing, Software Testing, Strategic Planning, Support Documentation, System Architecture, System Integration (SI), System Readiness Review (SRR), Systems Administration/Management, Systems Engineering, Team Player, Technical Support, Technical Writing, Test Plan/Schedule, Time Management, Top Secret Clearance, Traceability, Trade Studies, United States Citizen, United States Department of Defense (DoD), Validation Plan, Validation Testing, Verification Plans, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Tampa, FL
POSTED
Today

Position SummaryOdyssey Systems is seeking a Systems Engineer to support advanced situational awareness and multi‑domain operations (MDO) programs. This role focuses on the design, analysis, and integration of RF and signal processing systems that enable next‑generation battlefield awareness, electronic warfare, and spectrum management capabilities.You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of engineers, analysts, and operators to design and deliver systems that integrate data from diverse sensors, communications, and radar systems to provide actionable intelligence and operational advantage. The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise in RF, signal processing, and spectrum management, along with experience contributing to mission‑critical DoD programs in multi‑domain environments.This position supports Engineering, Professional, and Information Management (EPIM) services under the Army RS3 vehicle, covering Engineering, Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E), Logistics, and Acquisition & Strategic Planning.This is a full‑time position located at MacDill AFB, FL or Ft. Belvoir, VA.ResponsibilitiesSupport the development, decomposition, and management of system‑level requirements and technical baselines.Coordinate engineering activities across hardware, software, test, and program management teams.Assist in interface definition, control, and verification across subsystems and external stakeholders.Participate in system architecture discussions, trade studies, and technical reviews.Track program risks, issues, and action items, ensuring timely resolution and documentation.Support the creation and maintenance of program schedules, integration plans, and configuration management artifacts.Contribute to verification and validation planning, test readiness activities, and requirements traceability.Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including specifications, interface control documents (ICDs), and system engineering plans.Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure alignment with program objectives, milestones, and quality standards.Provide technical input to program leadership and assist in stakeholder communication.Contingent upon contract award ***QualificationsCitizenship: Must be a US citizen.Clearance: Active Secret (ability to obtain TS/SCI with CI Poly required).Education: Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical field.Experience: 3–6 years of experience in systems engineering, program integration, or multidisciplinary engineering roles.Understanding of systems engineering principles, including requirements management, verification/validation, and configuration control.Experience with systems engineering tools such as DOORS, Jama, Cameo, JIRA, or Confluence.Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and interface documents.Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.Ability to work collaboratively across diverse engineering teams.Preferred QualificationsEducation: Master's degree in Systems Engineering or related discipline.Experience in aerospace, defense, automotive, or other complex system development environments.Knowledge of model‑based systems engineering (MBSE) methods and tools.Familiarity with risk management, trade studies, and technical decision‑making frameworks.Experience supporting design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR) and program milestone activities.Understanding of configuration management and change control processes.Ability to lead integration efforts and influence cross‑functional technical decisions.Additional InformationLocation: Tampa, FL or Fort Belvoir, VA.Travel: As needed.Contingent upon contract award ***Company OverviewOdyssey Systems is a world‑class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. It integrates layered defense systems across equipment, technology, and services to data, information, and business operations, streamlining defense acquisition and sustaining engineering to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution, peak organizational performance, and a workplace built on employee care. Its core values—commitment, ambition, and respect—are lived through OdysseyCares, a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations, an employer match program, and volunteering events.Please note: Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.#J-18808-Ljbffr

About the Company

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Odyssey Systems

Odyssey is an innovative small business committed to providing world class technical and management consulting services to public sector clients. Established in 1997, we specialize in acquisition support, project management, systems engineering, systems integration, spectrum engineering, communications planning and frequency management, logistics, foreign military sales, financial management, Information Technology, training, and product support. Our key domain expertise is in Communication Systems, Command and Control, Space and Missile Systems and Operations, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance, and IT.

COMPANY SIZE
1,000 to 1,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Aerospace and Defense
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Employee Referral Program, Employee Events, Tuition Reimbursement, Life Insurance, Military Leave, Paid Sick Days, Performance Bonus, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401K
FOUNDED
1997
WEBSITE
http://www.odysseyconsult.com/