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SimIS

IT solutions for government and defense

Senior Systems Engineer

Full-Time
No salary listed
Senior, Expert
Master's
Dahlgren, VA, USA
In Person
IT Operations
No H1B Sponsorship
US Top Secret Clearance Required

About the job

Requirements
  • Eight years of systems engineering experience, including three years in leadership roles.
  • Must meet Department of Defense 8570 requirements for Information Assurance Technician Level II.
  • Experience with AEGIS Combat System engineering, including SPY Radar, Command & Decision, and Weapons Control Systems.
  • Ability to lead systems engineering lifecycle activities from requirements through deployment.
  • Experience with Distributed Interface System and High-Level Architecture compliant systems.
  • Knowledge of simulation systems, including NGS, OASIS, JSAF, and tactical training environments.
  • Experience developing and reviewing system requirements, specifications, and technical documentation.
  • Ability to interface at executive levels.
  • Knowledge of Navy tactical systems and combat information center operations.
  • Must hold a Secret clearance.
Responsibilities
  • Provide leadership and guidance for AEGIS Combat System engineering, including SPY Radar, Command & Decision, and Weapons Control Systems.
  • Lead systems engineering lifecycle activities from requirements through deployment.
  • Manage multi-site operations with distributed teams across multiple geographic locations.
  • Manage contract performance, cost control, and schedule adherence.
  • Serve as the point of contact with government Contracting Officers, Contracting Officer's Representatives, and senior military leadership.
  • Manage complex technical programs involving simulation systems and training environments.
  • Apply risk management, quality assurance, and vendor management activities to meet deliverables, timelines, and expectations.
Desired Qualifications
  • Preferred Master's degree in Systems Engineering.
  • Professional Engineering License.
  • Experience with project management tools such as MS Project and Jira.
  • Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams.
  • Experience with government reporting requirements and Contract Data Requirements List deliverables.
  • Experience with Department of Defense acquisition processes.
  • Certified Systems Engineering Professional certification.
  • Project Management Professional certification.
  • Experience with Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division or Navy programs.
  • Experience with classified program management.

About the company

SimIS delivers IT solutions for government and defense, specializing in modeling and simulation, test and evaluation, cybersecurity, and autonomous systems. Its M&S work uses cognitive systems engineering to create executable models and simulations; T&E validates system performance for DoD and DHS; cybersecurity includes compliance support such as CMMC. The company develops autonomous platforms in its robotics lab, including the SimIS Autonomous Maritime System (SAMS) and RiverScout, plus AI/ML, data analytics, software development, and 3D printing. Its model centers on securing prime government contracts and IDIQ vehicles, with services supported by a Tier 3 data center for hosting and managed IT services, aiming to help government customers model, test, secure, and deploy advanced systems.

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

N/A

Founded

2007

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What believers are saying

  • December 2025 SHIELD IDIQ win opens Missile Defense Agency and DoD pipelines.
  • August 2026 GSA MAS prime status supports recurring federal purchasing and cloud work.
  • September 2026 Constellis and I/ITSEC presence keeps SimIS visible to buyers and recruits.

What critics are saying

  • ICE office lease needs Suffolk Council approval; delays block a multi-year revenue stream.
  • MDA SHIELD positioning still depends on task orders, not guaranteed funded work.
  • Autonomy demos at I/ITSEC and Constellis do not prove production-scale adoption.

What makes SimIS unique

  • Veteran-owned Suffolk firm sells cleared modeling, simulation, cyber, and autonomy to defense customers.
  • GSA MAS prime contract 47QTCA23D0056 runs through February 2043, broadening federal access.
  • RiverScout and SAMS give SimIS owned robotics platforms, not just staff augmentation.

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Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Flex Spending Accounts

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development Budget

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