Systems Engineer I

TSC

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Work type: On-site
Location: Silver Spring, MD
Salary: $83,000–$108,000 / yr
Posted: 121 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $159k

This role $96k

$70k most similar roles pay here $202k

This role pays less than 98% of similar roles. Most pay $129,841–$188,042 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $96k versus about $159k for comparable roles.

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About TSC

Technology Service Corporation (TSC) is an employee-owned, high-technology company providing specialized engineering services,, sensor technology, and electronic systems primarily to the U.S. government, including the Department of Defense.

TSC currently has 27 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $108,500–$181,000 across 6 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Systems Engineer I

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The Systems Engineer I joins a team of engineers and computer scientists to support the development, testing, and assessment of Navy sensors and combat systems. This role focuses on the modeling and simulation of Navy Anti-Air Warfare and Ballistic Missile Defense systems within a software model based environment. Day-to-day responsibilities include simulation setup and execution, data analysis of fielded hardware and software, model development, and error correction. The position requires frequent interaction with government customers to perform both technical and operational tasks, including documentation and presentations for mixed audiences. Candidates should possess skills in C++ or Java and be comfortable working in Windows and Linux environments. The work involves solving complex problems related to sophisticated radar, communications, and weapons systems, specifically supporting the Navy’s AEGIS Combat System and advanced defense technology.

What does a Systems Engineer earn?

Median $158250 from 186 postings across 30 companies.

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Skills

C++ Java Windows Linux Signal Processing Track Filtering Systems Engineering Data Analysis AEGIS Combat System Radar Systems

What you'll do

Develop, enhance, and correct models for Navy Anti-Air Warfare and Ballistic Missile Defense systems.
Set up and execute simulations to test radar, communication, and weapons systems.
Perform data analysis on fielded hardware and software systems.
Present technical results and data to mixed audiences of technical, operational, and managerial staff.
Create and maintain technical documentation for various systems engineering projects.
Execute both technical and operational tasks in a software model-based environment.
Interact with US Government customers to fulfill project requirements and objectives.

What we're looking for

Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or a comparable technical degree.
Strong foundation in physics and math.
Minimum GPA of 3.3.
U.S. Citizenship required.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD clearance.
Strong written and oral communication skills for daily tasks and presentations.
Proficiency in C++ or Java.
Experience with signal processing, track filtering, and Windows/Linux environments.

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