919 Principal Engineer jobs in Washington,DC

Principal Radiation Architecture Engineer

Draper

Reston, VA 20191

~ 30 min OnsiteUrgently Hiring

Requires a Bachelor's in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or other relevant field
7-10 years Radiation Engineering or related experience
At least 60% time on-site at a Draper campus
Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance

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Principal Systems Engineer-Defense

Curtiss-Wright

Ashburn, VA 20147

$144,100-$190,000/yr

~ 42 min OnsitePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

10 plus years of experience at US DoD Primes or at a company that directly supports them.
Knowledge of system hardware/software development, integration and test for deployed military vehicle applications
Exceptional problem solving skills
Expert knowledge of the systems engineering tools DOORS and Cameo
Working knowledge of engineering development tools like Clearquest, JIRA, and Rational Development Tools
Ability to operate and debug Linux and VxWorks based computing systems
Solid understanding of SOSA and VPX system design standards
Solid understanding of serial communication protocols such as MIL-STD-1553, RS422, RS485, RS232, 10G and 100G Gigabit Ethernet, PCIe, USB
Solid understanding of the latest processing and graphics solutions
Excellent troubleshooting skills of rugged computing systems
Ability to lead in a team environment
Ability to drive clarity to ambiguous requests or requirements
Ability to work well in a fast-paced professional office environment
Experience with Microsoft Office including Word Excel, PowerPoint and Project
This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening.
In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

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Principal Optical Engineer

QinetiQ

Lorton, VA 22079

~ 23 min Onsite

Bachelor's degree in optical engineering or closely related field
10+ years of experience in imaging and laser optical design
Specifying EOIR and imaging sensor optical components
Modeling imaging sensor systems to predict system performance for detection, recognition, and identification range of objects
Designing and modeling lenses and other optical components in Zemax, CODE V, or other relevant industry-standard software packages
Integrating imaging sensors, optical assemblies, and lasers into optical benches and system prototypes
Manipulating visible and invisible pulsed and continuous laser sources
Working in laboratory environments including expertise with opto-mechanical assembly, alignment tools, optical bore sighting
Knowledgeable in techniques and specifications for Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) and Fast Steering Mirrors (FSM)
Occasional (up 10%) travel to support project needs, including to QinetiQ sites, customer sites, military installations, and other locations
Must currently hold an Active DoD Secret or higher-level clearance

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Program Chief Engineer

Fibertek

Herndon, VA 20171

~ 34 min OnsiteUrgently Hiring

Master's or PhD degree in a relevant engineering or applied-science field
>10 years professional experience including demonstrated success leading large and diverse technical teams in an engineering or technology-development organization
Specific experience engineering, qualifying, and delivering electro-optical systems for US space and/or military applications
Technical expertise in one or more of the following skill areas: laser systems, LIDAR sensors, optical communication systems, optical systems engineering, and/or qualification of systems and technologies for aerospace and defense
Familiarity with industry-standard engineering tools in one or more disciplines: requirements tracking and verification, model-based systems engineering, circuit design and simulation, thermal and structural analysis, optical design and tolerance analysis, and/or others
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to concisely articulate how technical solutions and maturation plans are innovative, technically credible, and responsive to current and emerging mission needs
US Citizenship and eligibility to obtain a US Security Clearance

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Senior Ocean Engineer

Johns Hopkins Hospital

Laurel, MD 20723

$100,000/yr

~ 29 min OnsiteUrgently HiringEducation AssistanceHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

Possess a bachelor's degree in an engineering field or equivalent demonstrated experience in engineering, systems thinking, or analytical approaches to solve complex maritime security and technical challenges
10+ years of relevant experience leading complex engineering, systems integration, research and development, acquisition, or operational initiatives involving maritime, naval, undersea, or autonomous systems
Demonstrate success establishing technical vision, integrating multidisciplinary teams, and delivering innovative solutions to complex sponsor challenges
Experience developing technical strategy and engaging senior government sponsors to shape research, technology, or capability investments
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including experience briefing senior technical, military, and executive leadership
Demonstrate the ability to identify emerging mission needs and translate them into executable technical programs
Hold an active Secret security clearance and are able to get a Top Secret clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship

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Principal, Program Management Excellence- Engineering

L3Harris Technologies

Crofton, MD 21114

Bilingual Preferred

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Software Engineer with Poly SR SWE2

Lockheed Martin

Annapolis Junction, MD 20701

~ 32 min OnsiteUrgently HiringHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

TS/SCI w/ FSP
Twenty (14) years' experience as a SWE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required.
Four (4) years of additional SWE experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.
Experience as a Software Engineer with knowledge assisting in the design, development, testing, and debugging of software solutions, with a focus on Linux operating systems.
Strong Familiarity with programming languages such as Java.

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Fairfax, VA 22030

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Modeling and Simulation Systems Engineer, Senior

BOOZ, ALLEN & HAMILTON

Alexandria, VA 22304

RemoteEducation AssistanceHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

Experience with the develop ment of physics-based modeling and simulation and digital engineering capabilities performance design criteria
Experience develop ing reports and briefings
Experience overseeing and coordinating the work of multidisciplinary technical teams on systems projects
Experience managing the life cycle of S & T technology programs
Knowledge of technology evaluation and vetting
Knowledge of physics-based modeling and simulation and digital engineering
Ability to design, implement, and operate the technical management of S & T technology projects successfully and conduct capability gap analyses and analyses of alternatives
Ability to conduct top-down functional analysis and translate requirements into detailed performance design criteria
TS/SCI clearance
TS/SCI clearance is required.
"Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Applied Systems Engineering, or Engineering Management and 8+ years of experience with systems engineering, applied systems engineering, or engineering management, or 15+ years of experience with systems engineering, applied systems engineering, or engineering management in lieu of a degree"

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Lead Systems Engineer

Systems Planning and Analysis

Washington, DC 20011

$170,000/yr

OnsiteHealth InsuranceRetirement Benefit

Bachelor's degree in an Engineering or related technical field.
At least fifteen (15) years of experience in conducting detailed, complex engineering activities associated with engineering systems, capabilities, and activities for Surface Navy Weapons Systems.
Demonstrated experience with functional and system level requirements analysis, requirements generation, and technical community review, including inter-agency and Joint Service program cooperation and solutions.
Demonstrated experience in the development of systems engineering, including the definition, functional allocation, design development, modeling and simulation, testing, integration, and production / life cycle support for military applications.
Demonstrated experience with development of total system solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints.
Active DoD TOP SECRET clearance, and the ability to maintain it throughout employment.

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