Description:
The Civil-Military Innovation Institute, Inc. (CMI2) is seeking a Systems Engineer for its Design Innovation Group (DIG). The position is full-time and reports directly to CMI2’s DIG Director.
CMI2 is a 501(c)(3) non-profit entity that supports United States Department of Defense (DoD) activities to build a civil-military innovation workforce optimized to advance national security technologies and to align the work of innovators from universities and non-traditional technology companies with the activities of the DoD and public safety communities.
Essential Position Functions:
The Systems Engineer will be part of the DIG team of forward thinkers, innovators, designers and engineers working to find solutions to the growing needs of the DoD and public safety communities we serve.
The primary responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:
- Be capable of taking a solution concept and breaking it down into mechanical, electrical and software sub-systems and assemble a plan for the development of the solution
- Engage end-users for continuous guidance and feedback throughout the development and experimentation stages
- Be able to work with a diverse group of skill sets and personalities to align expectations on what will be accomplished while fostering a motivating and positive work environment. Teams consist of Managers, Engineers, Designers, Fabricators, Assemblers and Mechanics.
- Monitoring all software, hardware, equipment and systems continuously and set up protocols for feedback
- Recognize innovation opportunities and evolve design from concept to successful application.
- Must have a “can do” attitude and the ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Review all mechanical, electrical and software systems for high quality, accuracy, detail and precision prior to release
- Develop, check and revise all bill of materials for accuracy from all designers and engineers.
- Develop system and sub-system test/experimentation plans and execute testing/experimentation
- Be able to properly collect and reduce data from testing/experimentation
- Be able to take test/experimentation data and use it to improve design of the system and sub-systems
- Work with sub-system supplier companies to assure highest quality and successful performance of parts/components/systems.
- Assist in final assembly and review parts for accuracy.
- Work with stakeholders on flow charts for accurate timelines, deliverables and milestones to ensure project completion is communicated, agreed upon, and executed effectively balancing cost, performance and schedule.
- Develop and present Power Point slides that demonstrate design elements during Design Reviews internally and with customers and stakeholders.
Desired Minimum Qualifications:
- BS (Bachelors of Science) in Engineering Degree (minimum)/ MS (Masters of Science) in Engineering Degree is preferable
- Must have familiarity with SolidWorks CAD software to develop 3D drawings of new components, assemblies, and concepts
- Must have familiarity with systems engineering software and with coding software
- Must have a solid understanding of electro-mechanical systems and how they operate, how to maintain and how to optimize
- Technical writing capabilities
- Must have a solid understanding of system and sub-system experimentation and testing
- Be proficient in Microsoft outlook, word, power point and excel.
- Ability to acquire a security clearance
Travel Requirement: 25% (estimated)
Location: Morgantown, WV
Pay Scale: $80,000 – $110,000
