Battelle delivers when others can't. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients-whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply. Job Summary Battelle's Defense & Material Solutions business line is seeking a Systems Engineer with experience with the Joint Mission Environment Testing Capability (JMETC). This position is contingent on program award. As a Systems Engineer you will develop recommended technical architecture artifacts and perform systems engineering research, analysis, investigations, reviews, and assessments of existing test and experimentation architecture plans and solutions. You will assist in the development of strategic plans and recommendations to expand the use of JMETC environments across the DoD RDT&E communities. You will work closely work with scientists, physicists, electrical & mechanical engineers, network & computer engineers and cybersecurity experts within Battelle's Defense & Material Solutions business line to understand customer needs and design novel solutions in support of the DoD's Test Resource Management Center and the JMETC's distributed test & evaluation capability. You will analyze system performance requirements and develop solution requirements for test & evaluation gaps and then plan, develop, design, manage, and test holistic systems solutions. Tailors and applies systems engineering techniques and processes to meet project objectives within constraints. Balances systems thinking and systems engineering best practices over the full range of technology maturity levels. The desired position location is at our Columbus, OH office with flexibility to work remotely or from other Battelle Offices within the United States. Responsibilities * Design and maintain requirements, architectures, and system designs for complex distributed test & evaluation systems including Live-Virtual-Constructive simulation events.
* Extending existing system designs to fit new use cases and new requirements specifications. * Leverage new technologies to integrate legacy DOD T&E capabilities into the distributed interactive simulation & LVC environment.
* Performs complex assignments by compiling and evaluating design and test data, preparing technical specifications, analyzing technical data to determine appropriate limits and variables for analysis of requirements and systems performance.
* Assess legacy DOD T&E capabilities and develop plans to improve interoperability and readiness.
* Support development of model-based systems engineering (MBSE) artifacts across a portfolio of products and applications
* Prepares technical reports and makes presentations to client, both formal and informal.
* Conducts and/or leads small technical projects or tasks of technical projects.
* May provide technical direction to and coordinate the efforts of engineers and technical support staff in the performance of assigned projects within time and budget constraints.
* Builds relationships with internal and external clients and presents research results. Communicates with client with regard to the schedule and quality of deliverables.
Key Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in related field with 10 years of experience; or master's degree in related field with 7 years of experience
* 5 years of experience working with the Joint Mission Environment Testing Capability and the Test & Training Enabling Architecture
* Strong background in model-based systems engineering
* Experience in SysML diagramming tools (Cameo System Modeler, IBM Rhapsody, etc.)
* Experience leading technical system design discussions with internal and external stakeholders
* Experience creating and maintaining requirements baselines for project execution through the full product lifecycle.
* Experience creating system of systems functional decomposition documents, interface control documents (ICDs) and describing requirements to external performers/stakeholders.
* Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
* Excellent communication and teamwork skills
* Active Secret or Top-Secret Clearance
Preferred Qualifications * Experience with DOD Architecture Framework (DoDAF) * Experience on DoD programs
* Experience with MATLAB, Python, C , or other object-oriented programming languages
* Experience working with Embedded Systems
* Active Secret or Top-Secret Clearance
Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life
We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life. * Balance life through a compressed work schedule: Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off-giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
* Take time to recharge: You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.
* Prioritize wellness: Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
* Better together: Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
* Build your financial future: Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that. * Advance your education: Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.
* Flexible work arrangements: You have options for where you work and when you work.
A Work Environment Where You Succeed
For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity's most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world. You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to: * Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects * Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery
* Collaborate with world-class experts in an inclusive environment
* Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders
* Give back to and improve our communities
Vaccinations & Safety Protocols Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients' requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws). Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle. The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department. For more information about our other openings, please visit www.battelle.org/careers