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Systems Engineer

Job in Oak Ridge, Anderson County, Tennessee, 37830, USA
Listing for: Y-12 National Security Complex
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-03-05
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Systems Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists, Electrical Engineering
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Requirements

The Lifecycle Systems Engineering (LSE) will implement Systems and Requirements Engineering principles for Y-12 site activities including production processes, infrastructure projects, and programmatic support to NSE and NNSA programs as follows:

  • Serve as the Systems Engineering technical authority, implementing life cycle systems engineering practices as per ISO-15288, ISO-29148, DOE 413.3-1, and INCOSE for their assigned systems, structures, and projects.
  • Support all phases of systems engineering as required by the project/program from concept, planning, design, execution, integration, testing, and into operations with lifecycle support.
  • Lead and be a member of cross functional teams (CFT) with the fundamental role of implementing a Requirements Engineering Management structure as the CFT plans, executes, and verifies turnover readiness.
  • Facilitate the creation and approval of systems and requirements management deliverables such as Functional & Operational Requirement Documents, System Requirement Documents, Project Scoping Documents, Analysis of Alternatives, Operational Concepts and various others.
  • Use a requirement management software suite to trace and manage requirements, provide requirements gap analyses at critical project milestones or stage gates, and confirm closure of requirement verifications at project completion.
  • Provide Digital Engineering solutions using software tools when applicable, based upon project size and complexity:
    Vitec Genesys and Cameo Model Based Systems Engineering, IBM DOORS (Classic and Next Generation), Flex SIM, Extend Sim modeling & simulation tools, Model Center.
  • Select LSE's may support Digital Transformation activity with Y-12 and/or the NSE and developing procedures and guidance for various tools and departmental process.

Location: Oak Ridge, TN

Job Title: Systems Engineer

Career Level From: Senior Specialist

Career Level To:

Job Specialty: Core Engineering

What You Can Expect
  • Meaningful work and unique opportunities to support missions vital to national and global security
  • Top-notch, dedicated colleagues
  • Generous pay and benefits with a stable organization
  • Career advancement and professional development programs
  • Work-life balance fostered through flexible work options and wellness initiatives
Minimum

Job Requirements
  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering/Physical Science [Chemistry, Physics, or related] from an Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited program in the United States or designated equivalents from Canada or Mexico, the Washington Accord, or the list of substantially equivalent as documented by ABET AND 7 years of relevant experience. OR MS in Engineering /Physical science and 5 years of relevant experience.

    OR PhD in Engineering /Physical science and 2 years of relevant experience.
  • There is a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) requirement up to 4 years post-graduation at time of offer and confirmed by transcript. Beyond four years from graduation, engineering experience will supersede GPA as a requirement for hire.
    • 3.0/4.0 minimum cumulative GPA for Bachelor degree
    • 3.3 minimum cumulative GPA for Master degree
    • 3.5 minimum cumulative GPA for PhD
Preferred

Job Requirements

Internship or experience within an engineering, manufacturing, or similar technical environment.

Software / Technical Skills
  • High level proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word and Excel, and Adobe Acrobat.
  • Strong technical writing and editing skills.
  • DOORS electronic Requirements Management System
  • Genesys, Cameo, FlexSIM, Extend Sim Model Based System Engineering
Interpersonal / Soft Skills
  • Demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
  • Strong analytical ability and creative problem-solving skills.
  • Exceptional organizational and time-management skills, with a high level of attention to detail.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Collaborative, adaptable team player with excellent accountability, ownership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
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