RESPONSIBILITIES: Kforce has a client that is seeking a Research and Development (R&D) Systems Engineer in McLean, Virginia (VA). The Challenge: Are you looking for an opportunity to combine your technical skills with big picture thinking to make an impact in the DoD?s R&D program? You understand your customer's environment and how to develop the right systems for their mission. Your ability to translate real-world needs into technical specifications, makes you an integral part of delivering a customer focused engineering solution. As a Systems Engineer on our team, you have the chance to design Directed Energy systems in support of the US Navy. Your technical expertise will be vital as you evaluate and modernize non-kinetic and non-lethal weapon systems. You'll develop your skills in Directed Energy and systems engineering while gaining experience in DoD operations. Grow your skills by merging systems engineering and Directed Energy to create weapon systems of the future. Join our team and help turn requirements into accomplishments that drive change. REQUIREMENTS: Experience with systems engineering for research and development or science and technology organizations Knowledge of systems engineering processes, policies Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.