Systems/Project Engineer, Program, Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA)/ Analytical and Enterprise Support Services Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (PATAE IDIQ), Courthouse, Virginia at Tetra Tech in Arlington, VA | Kablio

Role

Description

systems engineering

team supervision

stakeholder coordination

mbse tools

cybersecurity integration

test planning

Lead and execute systems engineering activities: requirements derivation, functional analysis, architecture development, interface definition, and system integration.
Provide daily supervision and technical direction to engineering teams or workgroups, assigning tasks, reviewing work, and ensuring quality of deliverables.
Manage technical interfaces with stakeholders (Government CORs, OEMs, integrators) to resolve engineering issues and coordinate deliverable acceptance.
Apply systems engineering processes and tools (MBSE, configuration management, trade studies, modeling & simulation) to inform design decisions and risk mitigation.
Integrate cybersecurity, information assurance, and interoperability requirements into system design and documentation in coordination with Technical Security Specialists.
Produce technical reports, briefings, system documentation (SSP, ICDs, CONOPS), and maintain records in Government repositories.
Support and/or lead test & evaluation planning and execution; develop test plans, coordinate T&E events, analyze results, and produce test reports and recommendations.
Develop technical approaches, engineering work products, system specifications, and integration plans to support task‑order objectives.
Support agile program execution where applicable: sprint planning, backlog management, iterative development, and continuous integration/verification.

Requirements

pmp

clearance

mbse

agile

7 years

bachelor’s

Professional certifications such as PMP, or equivalent technical credentials.
Demonstrated experience leading engineering teams or workgroups and providing daily technical supervision.
Eligible for or holding required security clearance as specified in task orders.
Hands‑on experience with systems engineering tools and methods (modeling & simulation, MBSE, CM, trade studies) and producing engineering artifacts (ICDs, I&T plans, test plans).
Familiarity with DoD engineering standards, T&E processes, and lifecycle management; ability to translate requirements into verifiable testable criteria.
Experience supporting DSCA or security cooperation program requirements and working within Government collaboration platforms
Bachelor’s degree in systems engineering, electrical/mechanical/computer engineering, computer science, or related technical discipline. Master’s Degree in relevant field.
Minimum seven (7) years of experience in systems engineering for complex defense systems, including requirements, integration, and T&E support.
Experience applying Agile methodologies to engineering programs.
Strong written and oral communications skills for technical reports and briefings to Government stakeholders.
Please note this is proposal position conditional upon Tetra Tech being successfully awarded the IDIQ and subsequent task orders.
Prolonged periods sitting or standing at a desk and using a computer.

Benefits

Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
Merit-based financial rewards.
Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

$5B

Annual Revenue

The company generates approximately $5 billion in revenue each year.

1966

Year Founded

Established in 1966 in Pasadena, the company has grown globally over the decades.

110,000

Annual Projects

It executes approximately 110,000 projects annually across various sectors.

Top ENR

Industry Rankings

The company is highly ranked in ENR for water treatment, wind power, and hydroelectric plant engineering.

Leveraging a signature science-driven approach, it tackles complex problems in water, environmental restoration and sustainable infrastructure.
It organizes itself into government and commercial/international groups, enabling tailored expertise across public and private sectors.
Its Digital Systems division develops advanced analytics and visualization tools (like FusionMap®), supporting clients in grid reliability and AI infrastructure.
Unusual among engineering firms, it bridges traditional civil projects with cutting-edge digital and AI-enabled infrastructure solutions.

Culture + Values

Service
Value
Excellence
Opportunity
Improving lives around the world by Leading with Science®
Our workforce is diverse and includes leading experts in our fields
Encouraging our associates to explore new technologies, ideas, and business trends

Environment + Sustainability

$1B Credit Facility

Sustainability-linked financial initiative

A $1 billion credit facility tied to greenhouse gas reduction and improving lives metrics.

78% Emissions Reduction

Greenhouse gas reduction from operations

Achieved a 78% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from operations, aligning with carbon negative targets.

100% Solar Energy

Net zero energy target achieved

Achieved net zero energy target via a LEED Platinum certified project with 100% solar energy and energy use intensity ≤ 30 kBtu/sf/year.

36% Emissions Reduction

GHG reduction per employee

Reduced greenhouse gas emissions per employee by 36% for Scope 1 and 2 compared to 2021 baseline.

Carbon negative target with UN Global Compact and SBTi alignment.
Independent verification of science-based targets in line with 1.5 °C Paris goal.
Reporting Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions.
60% of vendor spend to commit to SBTi by 2027.
24% of business holds ISO 14001 certification for environmental management.
Net zero energy target achieved via LEED Platinum California DGS Natural Resources Headquarters project.
Sustainability-linked $1 billion credit facility tied to GHG reduction and improving lives metrics.

Inclusion & Diversity

20,400 people

STEM program engagement

The company's STEM program has engaged over 20,400 individuals, focusing on promoting participation and inclusivity in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

TRIR 0.37 and LWDIR 0.12

Safety performance metrics

The company achieved a Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) of 0.37 and a Lost Workday Injury Rate (LWDIR) of 0.12 in 2024, representing a 54% and 60% improvement over industry averages, respectively.

Strive for achievement: committed to high performance and delivering on promises
Be open and transparent: foster a culture where people can share openly and say what they mean
Listen to and respect people: value people, listen deeply, and ensure all voices are heard and respected
Pursue curiosity and have a passion for learning: constantly aim to learn and grow through research, feedback, and reflection
Embrace diversity and collaboration: work as one team that embraces diversity and actively invites different perspectives
Indigenous engagement commitments: respect land tenure and property rights; maximize meaningful employment and business opportunities for Indigenous Peoples; engage Indigenous suppliers; provide training and youth/elder opportunities
Women’s representation: supports the Australian Human Rights Commission’s Wiyi Yani U Thangani Report; targeting structural change for First Nations women and girls

Articles

Role

Description

systems engineering

team supervision

stakeholder coordination

mbse tools

cybersecurity integration

test planning

Lead and execute systems engineering activities: requirements derivation, functional analysis, architecture development, interface definition, and system integration.
Provide daily supervision and technical direction to engineering teams or workgroups, assigning tasks, reviewing work, and ensuring quality of deliverables.
Manage technical interfaces with stakeholders (Government CORs, OEMs, integrators) to resolve engineering issues and coordinate deliverable acceptance.
Apply systems engineering processes and tools (MBSE, configuration management, trade studies, modeling & simulation) to inform design decisions and risk mitigation.
Integrate cybersecurity, information assurance, and interoperability requirements into system design and documentation in coordination with Technical Security Specialists.
Produce technical reports, briefings, system documentation (SSP, ICDs, CONOPS), and maintain records in Government repositories.
Support and/or lead test & evaluation planning and execution; develop test plans, coordinate T&E events, analyze results, and produce test reports and recommendations.
Develop technical approaches, engineering work products, system specifications, and integration plans to support task‑order objectives.
Support agile program execution where applicable: sprint planning, backlog management, iterative development, and continuous integration/verification.

Requirements

pmp

clearance

mbse

agile

7 years

bachelor’s

Professional certifications such as PMP, or equivalent technical credentials.
Demonstrated experience leading engineering teams or workgroups and providing daily technical supervision.
Eligible for or holding required security clearance as specified in task orders.
Hands‑on experience with systems engineering tools and methods (modeling & simulation, MBSE, CM, trade studies) and producing engineering artifacts (ICDs, I&T plans, test plans).
Familiarity with DoD engineering standards, T&E processes, and lifecycle management; ability to translate requirements into verifiable testable criteria.
Experience supporting DSCA or security cooperation program requirements and working within Government collaboration platforms
Bachelor’s degree in systems engineering, electrical/mechanical/computer engineering, computer science, or related technical discipline. Master’s Degree in relevant field.
Minimum seven (7) years of experience in systems engineering for complex defense systems, including requirements, integration, and T&E support.
Experience applying Agile methodologies to engineering programs.
Strong written and oral communications skills for technical reports and briefings to Government stakeholders.
Please note this is proposal position conditional upon Tetra Tech being successfully awarded the IDIQ and subsequent task orders.
Prolonged periods sitting or standing at a desk and using a computer.

Benefits

Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
Merit-based financial rewards.
Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

$5B

Annual Revenue

The company generates approximately $5 billion in revenue each year.

1966

Year Founded

Established in 1966 in Pasadena, the company has grown globally over the decades.

110,000

Annual Projects

It executes approximately 110,000 projects annually across various sectors.

Top ENR

Industry Rankings

The company is highly ranked in ENR for water treatment, wind power, and hydroelectric plant engineering.

Leveraging a signature science-driven approach, it tackles complex problems in water, environmental restoration and sustainable infrastructure.
It organizes itself into government and commercial/international groups, enabling tailored expertise across public and private sectors.
Its Digital Systems division develops advanced analytics and visualization tools (like FusionMap®), supporting clients in grid reliability and AI infrastructure.
Unusual among engineering firms, it bridges traditional civil projects with cutting-edge digital and AI-enabled infrastructure solutions.

Culture + Values

Service
Value
Excellence
Opportunity
Improving lives around the world by Leading with Science®
Our workforce is diverse and includes leading experts in our fields
Encouraging our associates to explore new technologies, ideas, and business trends

Environment + Sustainability

$1B Credit Facility

Sustainability-linked financial initiative

A $1 billion credit facility tied to greenhouse gas reduction and improving lives metrics.

78% Emissions Reduction

Greenhouse gas reduction from operations

Achieved a 78% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from operations, aligning with carbon negative targets.

100% Solar Energy

Net zero energy target achieved

Achieved net zero energy target via a LEED Platinum certified project with 100% solar energy and energy use intensity ≤ 30 kBtu/sf/year.

36% Emissions Reduction

GHG reduction per employee

Reduced greenhouse gas emissions per employee by 36% for Scope 1 and 2 compared to 2021 baseline.

Carbon negative target with UN Global Compact and SBTi alignment.
Independent verification of science-based targets in line with 1.5 °C Paris goal.
Reporting Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions.
60% of vendor spend to commit to SBTi by 2027.
24% of business holds ISO 14001 certification for environmental management.
Net zero energy target achieved via LEED Platinum California DGS Natural Resources Headquarters project.
Sustainability-linked $1 billion credit facility tied to GHG reduction and improving lives metrics.

Inclusion & Diversity

20,400 people

STEM program engagement

The company's STEM program has engaged over 20,400 individuals, focusing on promoting participation and inclusivity in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

TRIR 0.37 and LWDIR 0.12

Safety performance metrics

The company achieved a Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) of 0.37 and a Lost Workday Injury Rate (LWDIR) of 0.12 in 2024, representing a 54% and 60% improvement over industry averages, respectively.

Strive for achievement: committed to high performance and delivering on promises
Be open and transparent: foster a culture where people can share openly and say what they mean
Listen to and respect people: value people, listen deeply, and ensure all voices are heard and respected
Pursue curiosity and have a passion for learning: constantly aim to learn and grow through research, feedback, and reflection
Embrace diversity and collaboration: work as one team that embraces diversity and actively invites different perspectives
Indigenous engagement commitments: respect land tenure and property rights; maximize meaningful employment and business opportunities for Indigenous Peoples; engage Indigenous suppliers; provide training and youth/elder opportunities
Women’s representation: supports the Australian Human Rights Commission’s Wiyi Yani U Thangani Report; targeting structural change for First Nations women and girls

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