Systems Engineer 1 - Tysons, VA

About M.C. Dean

M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for the nation's most mission-critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. With over 9,000 employees, our capabilities span electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audiovisual, and IT systems. Headquarters in Tysons, Virginia, M.C. Dean delivers resilient, secure, and innovative power and technology solutions through engineering expertise and smart systems integration.

Why Join Us?

Our people are passionate about engineering innovation that improves lives and drives impactful change. Guided by our core values-agility, expertise, and trust-we foster a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment. At M.C. Dean, we are committed to building the next generation of technical leaders in electrical, engineering, and cybersecurity industries.

We are seeking an Systems Engineer 1 to join our Security and Electronic Systems (SES) business Unit.As part of (SES) Strategic Business Unit you will be part of a team that designs, engineers, integrates, operates and maintains electronic security services inclusive of intrusion detection, access control, biometric authentication, video surveillance, audio visual, it systems, perimeter defense and command and control systems for federal, local and commercial customers across high-growth markets.

• Design, develop, and maintain software applications, services, and system integrations.
• Translate functional, business, and technical requirements into software solutions.
• Develop, test, debug, and deploy software using approved programming languages, frameworks, and development tools.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including design specifications, architecture diagrams, code documentation, and user guides.
• Participate in requirements gathering, system analysis, and solution design activities.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, system administrators, cybersecurity personnel, and stakeholders to ensure successful system implementation.
• Perform unit testing, integration testing, system testing, and support user acceptance testing activities.
• Implement software development best practices, including coding standards, version control, code reviews, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) processes.
• Ensure software solutions comply with applicable cybersecurity, privacy, regulatory, and organizational requirements.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve software defects, performance issues, and system vulnerabilities.
• Support software installation, configuration, upgrades, and production deployments.
• Monitor application performance and provide ongoing maintenance and technical support.
• Develop and maintain APIs, databases, and system interfaces as required.
• Participate in Agile, Scrum, DevSecOps, or other software development lifecycle activities.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend improvements to enhance system functionality, scalability, and maintainability.
• Coordinate with quality assurance personnel to ensure software products meet established quality standards.
• Provide technical expertise and recommendations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support disaster recovery, business continuity, and system resiliency initiatives as required.
• Maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive, proprietary, and customer information in accordance with applicable policies and regulations.

Key Requirements:

• This position requires at least zero (0)+ years of experience as a Systems Engineer or Controls Engineer or in a related field.

Formal Education:

• The incumbent must possess a B.S. in Engineering Technology or a related degree.

Personal Skills:

• This position requires: The ability to work in a team environment. The desire and willingness to learn while on the job by working with more experienced web designers.
• The ability to work with difficult individuals and retain agreeable working relationships.
• The flexibility to handle changing requirements, deadlines, and expectations by corporate executives.
• Moderate to strong written and verbal skills.
• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. Work Experience:
• The incumbent must have: Knowledge of network architecture (Ethernet, leased lines, etc.).
• Knowledge of TCP/IP and back office applications including SQL Server, enterprise backup systems, etc.

Personal Traits:

• The following are requirements for employment: Knowledge of design techniques.
• The ability to work with end customers. Pass a background investigation and a drug test. Stable work history. Valid work permit.

Use of Tools:

• Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard.
• Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand. Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. Identify and understand the speech of another person.

What we offer:

• A collaborative team inspired by the way engineering and innovation enhance customer outcomes, improve lives, and change the world for the better. We are driven by our core values of agility, expertise, and trust.
• An opportunity to lead and build a business with the support of an industry-leading firm that has been in business for 75 years.
• Investment in your skills and expertise through a combination of professional and technical training programs, including leadership training and tuition reimbursement.
• Open and transparent communication with senior leadership as well as local office management.

We offer an excellent benefits package including:

• A competitive salary
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Military Reserve pay offset
• Paid maternity leave

Abilities:

• Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time.
• Sitting for extended periods of time.
• Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction.
• Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard.
• Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
• Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• Identify and understand the speech of another person.