About Decision Technologies, Inc.

Decision Technologies was founded to help bridge the gap between Department of Defense and Federal Government acquisition programs and technology to help our customers optimize their decision-making process. Over the years, our areas of expertise have expanded to include Systems Engineering, Program Management, In-Service Engineering, Equipment Repair, Research and Development, Test and Evaluation, and Intelligence and Counterintelligence Support. Our growth and success have positioned us as a premier engineering and intelligence services provider contributing to our nation's defense.

Our company culture cultivates talented problem-solvers on focused on performance with industry-leading teamwork and responsiveness. We have established a reputation for offering superior services and solutions, proven integrity and innovation, employee engagement and development, and customer collaboration.

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We are seeking a Junior Systems Modeling Engineer to support the U.S. Navy at the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD), part of the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA). NSWCDD serves as the Navy’s leading organization for researching, developing, testing, systems engineering, and integrating advanced naval warfare systems. Its mission is to deliver innovative and effective combat capabilities for the Navy, Joint Forces, and the Nation, with a focus on emerging technologies such as directed energy, digital engineering, and advanced combat systems.

Position Description:

This position supports a combat systems engineering–focused contract and is part of a seven-person Systems Modeling team within a larger group of approximately 100 contractors.

Work Location and Telework:

The primary work location is Dahlgren, Virginia. Candidates may be required to work on-site or near the base up to five days per week, depending on customer needs. Limited telework or work from a contractor location may be available with government approval.

Responsibilities and Duties:

The Junior Systems Modeling Engineer will support Combat Systems Engineering activities in accordance with the Defense Acquisition Guide, providing systems engineering support across the full life cycle of naval warfare systems. Responsibilities include supporting the NSWCDD V Department with advanced ship and combat system integration engineering across a wide range of platforms and programs, including:

• AEGIS modernization and in-service combat systems
• DDG-1000 mission systems
• Ship Self-Defense System (SSDS)
• Littoral Combat Ship (LCS), Unmanned Surface Vessel (USV), and Frigate combat systems
• Operations and force analysis
• AEGIS Combat Direction System and Ballistic Missile Defense systems
• LBTTS planning and activation
• System analysis and enterprise systems engineering
• Modeling and simulation
• Combat system virtualization for the U.S. Marine Corps
• Foreign Military Sales (FMS)
• Future surface Navy combat systems

You will develop and deliver Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) products to support system definition, design, integration, and certification.

Required Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in engineering, science, or a technical discipline, or four years of demonstrated technical experience relevant to the role
• Four years of experience developing and delivering MBSE artifacts to support SysML and UML models for CONOPS, requirements, architecture, and simulation
• Experience using MBSE toolchains and modeling tools such as Cameo, MagicDraw, Enterprise Architect, Rhapsody, or equivalent
• Experience creating system and subsystem architecture views, including functional, physical, power, safety, and cybersecurity

Preferred Qualifications/Desired Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Active DoD Secret clearance
• Prior experience supporting NSWC Dahlgren or NSWC Crane

Travel Requirements:

• Travel is not expected but could include occasional trips to Navy fleet-centric locations

Compensation:

Compensation at Decision Technologies, Inc. is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. 

Employee Benefits:

• Competitive Paid Time Off
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical, Dependent Care & Commuter)
• Company paid Short Term, Long Term, Life and AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Certifications

Decision Technologies, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. 

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.