Location: Lexington Park, MD

Security Clearance Requirement: Top Secret

Telework Eligible? No

What You’ll Do:

As the Systems Engineer Lead, you will serve as the Technical Lead for Simulators at Sea (S@S), supporting systems that deliver Fleet training in synthetic, integrated, and distributed training environments. The selected candidate will lead and perform installation, integration, testing, operational checks, troubleshooting, and technical documentation for a training system of systems (SoS).

The Technical Lead will work closely with the S@S Program Manager and the Joint Simulation Environment (JSE) Technical Lead to align technical requirements, integration activities, schedules, and system readiness with program objectives and Fleet training needs. This position requires travel to support shipboard and shore-based installations, training events, and system assessments.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate directly with the S@S Program Manager and JSE Technical Lead to plan and execute technical efforts, coordinate system dependencies, resolve integration issues, and communicate technical risks, priorities, and readiness status.
• Plan and lead the installation, configuration, integration, and verification of interconnected training systems, simulation components, and supporting network interfaces.
• Plan and lead the execution of system testing and operational checks to verify functionality, interoperability, connectivity, and readiness for Fleet training.
• Manage/oversee the configuration, validation, and troubleshooting of simulation pathways and protocols, including NIS, NASMP, DIS, GRID, and related interfaces.
• Help identify, document, and resolve hardware, software, network, and interface issues affecting performance across the system of systems.
• Translate operational training needs into clear, measurable, and testable technical requirements.
• Prepare and maintain technical reports, installation and configuration procedures, interface documentation, requirements documents, and user guidance.
• Coordinate technical activities with government representatives, Fleet users, engineers, system developers, and supporting organizations.
• Provide technical leadership during installation, integration, and testing, including recommending solutions and tracking technical issues through resolution.
• Travel to shipboard and shore-based locations to perform hands-on technical support.

This description outlines the general nature and scope of the role. Additional duties may be assigned as necessary.

Required Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience installing, integrating, testing, and troubleshooting complex systems supporting synthetic, integrated, or distributed training.
• Working knowledge of simulation pathways and protocols, such as NIS, NASMP, DIS, GRID, or comparable technologies.
• Understanding of system interoperability, network connectivity, interface configuration, and data exchange across interconnected systems.
• Ability to conduct structured testing, evaluate results, isolate faults, and document corrective actions.
• Strong technical writing skills, including experience developing technical reports, procedures, and system requirements.
• Ability to lead technical efforts and work collaboratively with program management, technical leads, government stakeholders, and operational personnel.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to coordinate technical priorities and support program schedules.
• Willingness and ability to travel in support of program requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting Navy Fleet training systems and shipboard or shore-based training environments.
• Familiarity with live, virtual, and constructive (LVC) training concepts.
• Experience integrating systems with JSE or comparable distributed simulation environments.
• Experience managing system configurations, tracking technical discrepancies, and supporting system acceptance or readiness assessments.

Equally Important:

• Ability to build positive, collaborative relationships across teams and with external partners.
• Effective communicator with strong verbal and written skills.
• Proactive, self-directed work style with the ability to operate independently.
• Analytical thinker with proven problem-solving capabilities.
• Highly organized, with the ability to balance competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

ASEC is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable laws.

Security Clearance Requirement:

• This position requires U.S. citizenship and an active Top Secret clearance. Selected candidate will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Salary Range:

• The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $145,000 - $165,000, commensurate with an individual’s experience, qualifications, and skill set. ASEC is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation.

Who We Are:

ASEC offers meaningful, mission-driven work within a culture that supports your professional and personal growth. We partner with our government customers to deliver innovative solutions across engineering, information technology, training, and logistics. Above all, we are committed to doing what’s right for the Warfighter—plain and simple. Explore what makes ASEC different by visiting our website.

Why work at ASEC?

• 100% employee-owned company. Learn more about our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) here!
• Comprehensive benefits package, including 11 paid holidays, medical/dental/vision coverage, HSA/FSA options, disability insurance, and more!
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate education
• Veteran-friendly employer
• Thriving employee culture

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ASEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, hire, train, compensate, and promote employees based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or related conditions (including breastfeeding), or any other status protected by law.

ASEC also complies with all applicable pay transparency laws and will not discriminate against employees or applicants for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing compensation.