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Systems Engineer
Location
Tampa, FL, 33621 • MacDill AFB, FL
Experience
Senior
Posted
Jul 22, 2026
Apply by
August 21, 2026
Applicants
0
Early applicantEasy applyFull-timeWork from Office
Job Description
Applied Research Solutions is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer located at MacDill Air Force Base (AFB), FL in support of Special Operations Forces Acquisition, Technology and Logistics’ (SOF AT&L) Program Executive Office for Tactical Information Systems (PEO-TIS) Remote Capabilities. PEO-TIS is composed of a team of relentless acquisition professionals who consistently team with government and industry partners to rapidly develop and field state-of-the-art sensors, C2, and specialized communication systems that enable the Nation’s SOF Warfighters to win.
Why Work with us?
Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is respected as a world-class provider of technically integrated solutions as we deliver premier talent and technology across our focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support. Awarded a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, ARS recognizes that without our career- driven, loyal professionals, we would not be able to deliver state-of-the-art results for our mission partners. We firmly believe that prioritizing our employees is of the upmost importance. We provide a culture where our employees are challenged to meet their career goals and aspirations, while still obtaining a work/life balance. ARS employees are motivated through our industry competitive benefits package, our awards and recognition program, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers.
Responsibilities Include:
- Provide systems engineering expertise focusing on requirements analysis, concept/technology development, risk assessments, and verification & validation of small unmanned systems and associated sensor technologies.
- Work with organizational managers, budget personnel, and engineering authorities to develop technical solutions in support of SOF operational requirements.
- Conduct requirements analysis and decomposition; translate military operational requirements into technical specifications with further decomposition into sub-systems, components, and system characteristics along with associated Measures of Performance (MOP).
- Support development and staffing of various technical documents in support of Fielding & Deployment Release (F&DR) and Operational Test & Evaluation (OT&E).
- Support government counterparts regarding the adequacy and clarity of engineering and analysis processes based on daily application of the processes and agency reporting requirements.
- Conduct research and assessments of emerging Space technologies in support of SOF emerging operational requirements.
- Evaluate and recommend technical solutions to address SOF operational requirements utilizing a professional knowledge of multi-discipline engineering.
- Apply advanced tools to document and analyze the results of critical, complex activities and tasks.
- Assist in the development of Statements of Work/Statements of Objectives (SOW/SOO).
- Conduct advanced engineering tasks such as reviewing engineering change proposals, reviewing requests for waivers and deviations, conducting technical analysis to assess performance, and presenting results and recommendations based on analysis.
- Provide expert technical level inputs for status briefings to leadership, outlining assigned programs, projects, problems, and recommended resolution.
- Support requirements management and traceability of requirements throughout the design, Operational Test & Evaluation (OT&E), and sustainment phase of a system’s lifecycle.
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications/ Technical Experience Requirements:
- Must be a US Citizen
- Security Clearance Required: TS with SCI Eligibility
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field plus 10 years of experience in systems engineering
- DAWIA Advanced (formerly Level III) Equivalency in the Engineering & Technical Management field
- 5 years of technical experience exercising RF theory
- 5 years of experience with engineering project management
- Practical understanding of Tagging, Tracking, and Locating (TTL), sensors, surveillance, and reconnaissance systems
- Experience in early concept development, requirements analysis, design, test and evaluation, and risk assessment
All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability, and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide systems engineering expertise for requirements analysis, concept development, and verification of small unmanned systems.
- Translate military operational requirements into technical specifications and sub-system characteristics.
- Support development of technical documents for Fielding & Deployment Release and Operational Test & Evaluation.
- Conduct research and assessments of emerging Space technologies.
- Evaluate and recommend technical solutions for SOF operational requirements.
- Review engineering change proposals, waivers, and deviations.
- Provide technical inputs for status briefings to leadership.
- Support requirements management and traceability throughout the system lifecycle.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
Skills Required
Systems engineeringRF theoryEngineering project managementTagging, Tracking, and Locating (TTL)SensorsSurveillance systemsReconnaissance systemsRequirements analysisDesignTest and evaluationRisk assessmentStatements of Work/Statements of Objectives (SOW/SOO)CommunicationLeadershipProblem solvingAnalytical thinking
Benefits
- Industry competitive benefits package
- Awards and recognition program
- Work/life balance
- Career-driven culture
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