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Senior Systems Engineer / Acquisition Program Manager

WiSC Enterprises, LLC
CompanyWiSC Enterprises, LLC
CategoryUncategorised
LocationChantilly
RemoteOn-site (inferred)
EmploymentNot stated
LevelNot stated
SalaryNot stated by the employer
Posted24 Jan 2024
Last verified12 Aug 2026
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Description
Overview WiSC Enterprises is seeking a highly experienced Senior Systems Engineer and Program Manager to provide advanced support for technical programs across the system lifecycle. This role focuses on program cost and schedule management, risk mitigation, acquisition lifecycle support, and engineering oversight for both airborne and maritime systems. Responsibilities • Provide full lifecycle systems engineering and program management support for airborne and maritime programs, including software development, risk assessment, and milestone tracking. • Serve as a Cost Account Manager (CAM) overseeing multi-million dollar development contracts, managing program budgets, earned value metrics, and integrated schedules. • Lead program risk management efforts, developing mitigation strategies and participating in technical issue resolution across engineering teams. • Support the planning, documentation, and coordination of contract acquisition activities, including budget development, purchase requests, and interagency agreements. • Guide software development and testing teams through system design, integration, and delivery phases, ensuring performance, quality, and compliance. • Deliver on-site advisory support to program offices for acquisition, financial, and strategic planning tasks. • Manage cross-functional teams through engineering, bid development, and system modifications across government and commercial portfolios. Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or related technical field. • PMP Certification. • 10-15 years of experience in systems engineering, acquisition program management, and software development oversight. • Demonstrated experience in budget analysis, cost estimation, earned value management (EVM), and schedule integration. • Ability to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams through technical development and program execution. • TS/SCI with POLY is required to start Desired Qualifications • Familiarity with SIGINT systems, radar simulators, or airborne ISR platforms. • Experience in Agile project management environments (Scrum/Kanban). • Understanding of government acquisition processes, including documentation such as FS-7600, AF9, and DD-448. • Experience in Microsoft Azure-based development or cloud infrastructure implementation.