Lead Systems Engineer

Lead Systems EngineerJob Category: EngineeringTime Type: Full timeMinimum Clearance Required to Start: NoneEmployee Type: RegularPercentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%Type of Travel: Continental US* * *

The Opportunity:
The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the design, development, and maintenance of complex systems across our organization. This role requires a strong technical background, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to drive innovation in systems engineering practices. Our Lead Systems Engineer ensures successful implementation of customer and program architectural, technical, and business objectives using Agile development, testing, and delivery techniques across complex, integrated system components. As a key member of our team, the Lead Systems Engineer possesses a strong leadership acumen to successfully guide the entire systems engineering lifecycle, from concept development through deployment and maintenance 


Responsibilities:

• Oversees infrastructure, COOP/Disaster Recovery, performance and capacity, databases, systems administration, application administration, operating systems, network engineering, and storage engineering  

• Mentors other engineers and developers with a focus on human-centered engineering techniques, fostering their professional growth and ensuring high-quality deliverables 

• Implements best practices and ensures adherence to systems engineering methodologies and processes related to implementation of HR information systems. 

• Provides planning, standup, and support of DevSecOps platforms that support Agile development, testing, and delivery 

• Conducts system performance analysis and recommends optimizations to improve efficiency and reliability and drive exceptional business value to end users. 

• Identifies and mitigates potential risks in system design and implementation. 

• Ensures compliance with industry standards, regulations, and internal policies. 

• Leads technical discussions with stakeholders, including clients, vendors, and internal teams. 

• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze system requirements, ensuring alignment with business objectives. 

• Stays current with emerging trends and technologies in systems engineering and related fields. 

• Researches, evaluates, and recommends innovative processes, software, hardware, integration technologies, cloud services, and leading-edge capabilities to enhance system component performance, capacity, ease-of-use, etc. using quantifiable metrics. 

• Develops and manages project timelines, resources, and budgets related to systems engineering initiatives. 

• Participates in the development of proposals and cost estimates for new projects. 

Qualifications:

Required: 

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Technology, Systems Engineering, Computer Science or other technically-relevant field 

• At least 10 years technical experience including at least 5 years senior-level experience leading system engineering efforts, ideally for HCM or HR systems and associated development and delivery environments 

• Demonstrated knowledge of industry standards and implementation of HCM/HR information systems  

• Strong knowledge of systems engineering principles, methodologies, and best practices. 

• Experience with requirements management tools and processes. 

• Familiarity with Agile and DevSecOps practices in a systems engineering context. 

• Strong understanding of system integration, testing, and validation processes. 

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. 

• Outstanding leadership and team management abilities. 

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. 

• Ability to successfully pass a background investigation to gain access to government systems and facilities

Desired:

• Expertise in system modeling, simulation, and analysis tools. 

• Relevant certifications (e.g., Certified Agilist, INCOSE Certified Systems Engineering Professional)  

• Experience designing, developing, and delivering Oracle cloud-based HCM SaaS solutions  

• Experience with ERP implementation for large-scale projects 

• Experience in delivering systems for Department of Defense (DoD), Federal Civilian, and/or other Public Sector customers 

This position is contingent on funding and may not be filled immediately. However, this position is representative of positions within CACI that are consistently available. Individuals who apply may also be considered for other positions at CACI.

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What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

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Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn morehere.

Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$114,600-$252,100

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.