Architecture Technology Corporation

Senior Systems Engineer

Washington, DC
Full Time
Washington DC
Mid Level

Senior Systems Engineer

Washington DC

Architecture Technology Corporation (ATCorp), an award winning workplace, has an opening in our DC office for a Systems Engineer.

If you would rather spend your work day alone or in an office with your headphones on,

this is not the job for you.

We are looking for smart, passionate, and motivated people who want to align themselves with an industry leader in the aviation realm. In this position, you can expect to provide systems engineering expertise and support to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

Our Systems Engineers work with private and government entities in developing advanced engineering techniques and methodologies from the fields of systems engineering. We provide safer skies for our nation's travels by applying creative forward thinking ideas to; air traffic control systems, terminal radar approach control systems, en-route systems, enterprise architecture, network design, system and network management, fault tolerance, and performance engineering.

ATCorp has performed more than 50 projects for the FAA, ranging from terminal and tower automation to runway safety. We continue to support the FAA—having developed, over 30 years, a broad and deep understanding of the National Airspace System (NAS) architecture and its operations. We have provided software development and specialty engineering services to industry leaders such as Ford and Boeing.

Our ideal candidate is knowledgeable, team-oriented and mission-driven. You want to do work that is rewarding and matters. You share our mission of assisting the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in maintaining the safest, most efficient aerospace in the world. You are viewed as a leader by your peers and you have an understanding of the FAA engineering processes and the NAS.  

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree and three years industry or
  • Master’s Degree and 1 year of experience
  • Prior FAA work experience
  • Knowledge of the NAS
  • Must play well with others

If you are ready to do something BIG we want to talk to you!

Why work with us?

With over 40 years of experience, Architecture Technology Corporation (ATCorp) offers our customers demonstrated results and solutions through proven and effective technology development and application. As a small business, we do very big things. We have the advantage and ability to quickly adapt. This allows us to provide our customers with flexibility in creating, custom, cutting edge, systems with features that meet their next generation requirements.

We don’t just talk about our great work life balance and work culture, we truly live it.  For the last seven years, we have won the When Work Works Award. In 2018, we were one of only ninety seven companies in the US who received the When Work Works Award. When Work Works, recognizes employers that excel at offering a variety of employee initiatives such as work-life fit policies, flexible scheduling and transition to parenthood programs. Two-thirds of an organization’s winning score is based on a survey of its employees. In short, our employees love working here.

Our  benefits package is great! We offer; Award Winning Work Place, 40 Hour Work Week, Flexible Work Schedule, Competitive Pay ($65k - $150k), Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), Floating Holidays, Paid Holidays, Extended Leave Bank (ELB) (can be used for Paternity leave), 401(k) with employer matching, Health and Dental Insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Fitness Discounts, Long Term Disability (LTD), Short Term Disability (STD), Life Insurance, Jury Duty Pay, Bereavement Pay, Pet Bereavement Pay, Employee Assistance Program and Relocation (where applicable).

We currently have offices in Minneapolis MN, Washington DC, Falls Church VA, San Jose CA (Silicon Valley) and Ithaca NY. This position will be located just off the Mall in Washington DC.  

Due to business constraints, candidates outside the District of Columbia, Virginia or Maryland will not be considered for this position and should not apply.

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This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

Candidates will be required to pass a background check. Per government contract requirements, candidates for these positions must be a citizen of the United States or an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence.

Systems Engineer

Reports to        Technical Director 

Job summary

  • Design and or innovate new idea and technologies
  • Programming and research
  • Confirms product performance by designing and conducting tests
  • Extensive regular contact with assigned project clients
  • Participating in client/contractor meetings and resolving client/engineering and management project issues
  • Creating system and software architectures
  • Developing, testing, and deploying software
  • Large-scale Software Systems Integration and test
  • Building commercial products
  • Conduction research and development
  • Providing customized consulting services
  • Application of systems analysis techniques and procedures
  • Determine hardware, software or system functional specifications
  • Assist in achieving project goals
  • Work with multiple projects
  • Interface with various departments
  • Other jobs as assigned by supervisor

Abilities Required

  • Self-starter, able to drive projects to completion in circumstances where little guidance and support is available
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office
  • Must play well with others

Status

  • Full-time
  • Exempt

Disclaimer - The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

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