Clearance Requirement: Active TS/SCI Clearance is required to start

Travel Requirements: 5%

Location: Aberdeen, MD

SUMMARY: WR has a potential opportunity for a Systems Engineer, Principal to serve as a senior technical contributor supporting the design and development of systems-level software and systems engineering efforts.

Position responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Provide technical leadership to multidisciplinary engineering teams, including software, hardware, and mechanical engineers.
• Support all phases of the system lifecycle, from concept development through fielding and sustainment, in accordance with DoD guidance, IEEE 1220 standards, and PM PNT-established processes.
• Serve as a highly experienced and technically recognized senior systems engineering leader, providing strategic guidance and oversight across PM PNT systems engineering activities.
• Contribute to system architecture, design, coding, testing, debugging, configuration, and documentation based on extensive technical experience.
• Act as the chief technical consultant to users in the development of systems and software solutions.
• Lead technical teams as required to meet program objectives.
• Independently manage complex system maintenance and repair activities.
• Diagnose and resolve complex system issues efficiently and effectively.
• Serve as a liaison with system manufacturers and vendors, particularly for issue diagnosis and resolution.
• Proactively identify and mitigate program-level risks while driving innovation in PNT technologies and ensuring alignment with Army modernization priorities.
• Represent PM PNT at key technical forums.
• Mentor and develop the technical expertise of systems engineering staff.
• Apply a deep understanding of DOTMLPF analysis and its impact on system design and implementation.

Candidates must possess the following knowledge, skills, and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or a related scientific or technical discipline.
• Fifteen (15)+ years of full-time professional experience in Systems Engineering.
• Fifteen (15)+ years of experience in requirements development, design, and prototyping.

*This position is contingent upon funding*

The selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment third-party background check which may include verification of any of the following: Employment history; Education and/or certifications; Criminal history; Driving Records; Other records or information related to the candidate’s suitability for the position.

Benefits Offered: WR offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, and Tuition Reimbursement.

WR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, traits associated with race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including lactation, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, veterans’ status, or any additional factors that are protected by law. EOE/Veteran/Disability. Please see https://wrsystems.com/our-responsibility/ for more information.

Clearance Requirement: Active Secret Clearance is required to start

Travel Requirements: 60%

Location: Norfolk, VA

SUMMARY: WR is seeking two Navigation Test Directors for an exciting and challenging role supporting the Navigation Systems ISEA (In Service Engineering Activity) in conducting Navigation Certifications (NAVCERT) aboard U.S. Navy Ships.

Position responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Conduct both dockside and at sea tests, analyze collected data and be able to identify and resolve installation, technical and procedural problems.
• Provide expertise to resolve Navigation system interface issues with other shipboard systems and assist with the development and updating of all required documentation and procedures.
• Travel to sponsors' sites as a technical representative of project, conduct field tests, interpret and evaluate field data, and serve as a liaison with industrial, governmental, and other sponsors.
• Prepare status, progress, and final reports for projects, describing the results of field experiments and/or inspections.
• Light-off, configure, test, troubleshoot, and operate primary systems and peripheral equipment in support of project.
• Verify functionality of newly installed equipment and evaluate system performance under actual operating conditions.
• Continuously develop skills with new technology and systems relevant to on-going and anticipated projects.
• Maintain and continuously seek improvements to test procedures and processes for maximum efficiency, safety, and quality.
• Provide oversight and on-the-job training to lower level technicians.
• Provide input to Project Managers for proposals and Statements of Work.

Candidates must possess the following knowledge, skills, and experience:

• Technical Training in US Navy Navigation equipment and systems.
• Eight (8)+ years of hands-on experience with US Navy Navigation equipment and systems, to include three (3) of the following four (4) areas:
  • Systems Requirements
  • Operational Requirements
  • Test & Evaluation
  • Training
• Recognized expert who has demonstrated industry and public service leadership in US Navy Navigation equipment and systems.

The selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment third-party background check which may include verification of any of the following: Employment history; Education and/or certifications; Criminal history; Driving Records; Other records or information related to the candidate’s suitability for the position.

Benefits Offered: WR offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, and Tuition Reimbursement.

WR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, traits associated with race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including lactation, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, veterans’ status, or any additional factors that are protected by law. EOE/Veteran/Disability. Please see https://wrsystems.com/our-responsibility/ for more information.

Clearance Requirement: Active Secret Clearance is required to start

Travel Requirements: Negligible

Location: Norfolk, VA

SUMMARY: WR has an opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to lead a multi-discipline team supporting a complex systems engineering effort. This position will oversee all phases of a program focused on developing and fielding a new inertial navigation system, from design and development through full operational capability.

Position responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Serve as the customer advocate for assigned projects taking ownership of assigned customer requirements.
• Responsible for assembling the project team, assigning individual responsibilities, identifying appropriate resources needed, and developing schedules to ensure timely completion of projects.
• Develop project plans (identify requirements, scope definition, project schedules utilizing an integrated master schedule, WBS, risk management, etc.).
• Support the development of cost estimates, quotes, and prepares budgets.
• Monitor and control project work (scope, schedule, cost, quality, risk, etc.) executes, staffs, budgets, and closes out projects.
• Manage project staff, assigns responsibilities, manages resources, and ensures stakeholder needs are met (especially customers).
• Prepare and submit performance reports to senior managers (project managers, program managers, company executives) including resource projections and performance forecasts.
• Aid the negotiation of delivery orders and contractual changes.
• Support the preparation of related proposals, plans, specifications, and reports.
• Develop resolutions to project issues and escalates them as appropriate to Program Manager or Program Director.
• May examine estimates of material, equipment, and production related items, reviews costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Establish and maintains contact with subcontractors.
• Assist executive and senior management in the development and formulation of long- and short-range planning, policies, programs and objectives.
• Identify, recommend, and implement changes to improve productivity and reduce cost.
• Directs the establishment, implementation and maintenance of production standards.

Candidates must possess the following knowledge, skills, and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Management fields highly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business or similar preferred.
• In lieu of degree: Technical training in U.S. Navy navigation systems and eight (8) years of hands-on experience with Navy navigation equipment and systems.
• Must include expertise in at least three (3) of the following four (4) areas:
  • Systems Requirements
  • Operational Requirements
  • Test & Evaluation
  • Training
• Five (5) to Ten (10) years of experience managing complex technical or systems engineering projects.
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams preferred.
• Familiarity with federal contracts, task orders, and FAR/DFAR requirements.
• Strong background in Navy Navigation Systems preferred.
• PMP certification or formal project management training preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Experience with Microsoft Project preferred.

The selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment third-party background check which may include verification of any of the following: Employment history; Education and/or certifications; Criminal history; Driving Records; Other records or information related to the candidate’s suitability for the position.

Benefits Offered: WR offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, and Tuition Reimbursement.

WR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, traits associated with race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including lactation, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, veterans’ status, or any additional factors that are protected by law. EOE/Veteran/Disability. Please see https://wrsystems.com/our-responsibility/ for more information.

Clearance Requirement: Active Secret Clearance is required to start

Travel Requirements: Up to 10%

Location: Little Creek, VA

SUMMARY: WR has an opportunity for two Lead Software Engineers to support senior engineering staff in the research, development, design, and testing of software components for DoD navigation equipment and systems.

Position responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Independently formulate and design software systems using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcomes and consequences.
• Develop and direct software system testing procedures, programming, and documentation.
• Consult with clients to gather information about program needs, objectives, features, and input/output requirements.
• Collaborate with customers regarding software system maintenance.
• Analyze, define, and document requirements for data, workflows, logical processes, operating environments, system interfaces, checks and controls, and outputs.
• Evaluate feasibility, cost, time, and system compatibility with hardware and other software.
• Develop and maintain project plans outlining development steps and timelines.
• Research and evaluate software and hardware technologies for system integration or improvement.
• Train end users or technical support staff.
• Coordinate software installation and deployment.
• May evaluate the performance of junior staff or subordinates.
• May assist in the selection, training, and development of team members.
• May lead and direct tasks assigned to junior personnel.

Candidates must possess the following knowledge, skills, and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer/Software Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or a related scientific discipline.
• Six (6)+ years of professional software development experience.
• Proficiency in one or more object-oriented programming (OOP) languages (e.g., Java, Python, C++).
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with database technologies, both relational (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (e.g., MongoDB, Cosmos DB).
• Solid understanding of the full software development life cycle (SDLC) and experience working in an Agile environment.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills, especially for complex technical issues.

The selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment third-party background check which may include verification of any of the following: Employment history; Education and/or certifications; Criminal history; Driving Records; Other records or information related to the candidate’s suitability for the position.

Benefits Offered: WR offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, and Tuition Reimbursement.

WR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, traits associated with race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including lactation, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, veterans’ status, or any additional factors that are protected by law. EOE/Veteran/Disability. Please see https://wrsystems.com/our-responsibility/ for more information.

Clearance Requirement: Active Secret Clearance is required to start

Travel Requirements: Up to 30%

Location: Norfolk, VA (Little Creek)

SUMMARY: WR has an opportunity for a Test Engineer, Lead to develop, execute, and document testing procedures that assess unit performance and reliability under various environmental conditions. This role will collaborate with engineering and technical teams to ensure system performance meets design and mission requirements.

Position responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Design and develop test protocols and procedures.
• Conduct and oversee tests and experiments at on-site and off-site locations to evaluate unit performance under a variety of environmental conditions.
• Analyze and interpret test data, identifying performance trends and potential issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues and ensure test objectives are met.
• Prepare detailed documentation, including test procedures, results, and recommendations for future testing and improvements.

Candidates must possess the following knowledge, skills, and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Six (6)+ years of professional experience as a Test Analyst, Systems Engineer, Test Engineer, or in a similar role, including work in:
  • Systems or equipment design
  • Test and evaluation support of C4ISR requirements
• Three (3)+ years of technical experience supporting the design and development of DoD systems in at least one (1) of the following specialized areas:
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB) design
  • Interface protocols (I/O)
  • Digital design using state-of-the-art microprocessors, analog, power, and/or RF design
• Preferred:
  • Knowledge of programming languages used in testing and automation.
  • Familiarity with testing methodologies, standards, and best practices.

The selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment third-party background check which may include verification of any of the following: Employment history; Education and/or certifications; Criminal history; Driving Records; Other records or information related to the candidate’s suitability for the position.

Benefits Offered: WR offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, and Tuition Reimbursement.

WR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, traits associated with race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including lactation, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, veterans’ status, or any additional factors that are protected by law. EOE/Veteran/Disability. Please see https://wrsystems.com/our-responsibility/ for more information.