Job DescriptionAcara solutions is looking for Systems Engineer Advisor for our Client located in Langley AFB, VA-Responsible for analyzing requirements in order to complete reliable and accurate cost estimates for the US BICES Program-Work with a variety of functional groups to include Logistics, Systems and Network Engineering, Cybersecurity, and Software Teams to develop solutions and collect data-Routine maintenance of an Approved Purchase List to ensure equipment is up-to-date and understand of when equipment is end of life-Work with vendors to learn about emerging technology-Collaborate with the Software Engineering Team to update the team estimation tools on a monthly basis-Participate in special projects as assigned.Required Skills / Qualifications:-Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering-Minimum of 8 years experience in systems engineering.-Minimum of 5 years experience with vendor relationship and cost estimation.Additional Information:-Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and a drug screen-The work is typically performed in an office environment, which needs normal safety precautions; work may need some physical effort in the handling of light materials, boxes or equipment.Aleron companies; Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, Viaduct, and Aleron's strategic partner, SDI are Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.Company DescriptionAcara understands that finding that rewarding next step along your career path can be challenging. We also understand the legwork that goes into being your career advocate. Our award-winning recruiters focus on the candidate experience, getting to know you and your goals, both long- and short-term. They get to know your skills and your growth trajectory so that they not only can represent you in front of our more than 1,000 customers with opportunities across North America, but also connect you with the best-fit role. After all, optimal workforce experiences come when employees are matched with companies who need and value their skills and contributions.That s why, for over 60 years, we ve engaged our candidates with a high-touch, consultative approach that affords us a clear vision of ideal career paths, and it s why we consistently gain the trust of our employees and customers alike. Acara is in the business of scouting talent, evaluating human potential, recognizing commonalities between people and employers, and changing lives in the process. Because in an increasingly commoditized world, we believe some things still deserve a personal touch. Finding the best-fit jobs for you is one of them.