Job Title: Senior Systems Engineer

JMA Solutions has an opportunity available for a Senior Systems Engineer supporting the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Air Traffic Organization providing direct support to the Decision Support Systems Organization.  This position is located in Washington, DC.
Duties will include but are not limited to:
Participate in the design, development and preparation of step-by-step test scenarios and acceptance criteria for the conduct of test and evaluation activities: Participate in actual system test and evaluation findings to the program office. Document and manage all action items related to operational test and evaluation. Document and report all test and evaluation finds to the program office. Identify discrepancies and provide supporting information to the program office. Validate system and test requirements. Test enhancement to ensure proper interface with system design. Document and report all enhancement test findings to the program office. Facilitate FAA user teams to support system requirements development and validation. Provide support with the development of financial requirements for system upgrades and enhancements. Prepare technical and programmatic reports as necessary. Interface with system users, system integration contractors, equipment manufacturers, Air Traffic facility personnel, airport personnel and other internal and external agencies and organizations in support of user team and test and evaluation activities.  Training support  

Job Requirements
DESIRED SKILLS:
Knowledge of and experience with FAA AMS (Acquisition Management Systems) processes and systems (i.e., NAS Automation systems such as ERAM (En Route Automation Modernization), STARS (Standard Terminal Automation Replacement System), TFMS (Traffic Flow Management Systems), TBFM (Time Based Flow Management)). The preferred candidate will have extensive knowledge of and experience in supporting the TBFM system within an air traffic facility. Traffic flow management experience is recommended but not required. A successful candidate will be detail oriented, able to work independently, be highly self-motivated and a proactive team player Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to interface with senior managers; and excellent interpersonal skills Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) This position requires extensive travel  
SECURITY CLEARANCE: The ability to successfully obtain and maintain a U.S. Suitability/Public Trust Background Clearance
EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Math, and Science is required and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.  Any combination of degree, certification and relevant experience will be considered if the relevant experience requirement is satisfied.
SALARY: Negotiable depending on experience and education levels. JMA offers a full benefits package including vision, health, dental, life insurance, as well as a 401k match.
 
JMA Solutions is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status or physical impairment.