LMI is seeking Systems Engineers / Project Engineers to support a federal program management office (PMO) charged with planning, acquiring, and managing the deployment and operation of technology and capabilities to keep our borders safe. We are seeking energetic self-starters who are focused on practical and efficient solutions delivered by an interdisciplinary, collaborative team. These individuals will provide full-time support to the client's program management office, located in Northern Virginia. Some travel may be required. LMI is dedicated exclusively to advancing the management of the government. As a not-for-profit company, we deliver the best value for the government dollar as all revenues are directed to our mission of advancing government rather than to delivering shareholder value. We operate completely free of political and commercial bias, and we are entirely aligned with the goals of our clients. Our clients value our not-for-profit status and specialized services in logistics, management advisory services, advanced analytics, and digital services. We believe government can make a difference, and we seek talented, hardworking people who share that conviction. Responsibilities These individuals will work with other technical and engineering subject matter experts to support the client's program management office (PMO), which is responsible for developing programs of records (POR) and the acquisition and deployment of technologies and systems to protect the nation's borders. From program planning and market research to trade studies, requirements definition, engineering analysis, decision support, and program execution assistance, these individuals will apply sound systems engineering principles and ensure that DHS/CBP policies and processes are followed, and the client's objectives are met. Specific responsibilities may include:Supporting the Government lead systems engineers and/or program/project managersParticipating or leading engineering project teamsPerforming market research, trade studies, other technical investigations, and requirements analysis / definitionSupporting or leading the development of engineering plans including:Systems Engineering Plans (SEP)Systems Engineering Life Cycle (SELC) Tailoring PlansTest plansIntegrated Master Schedules (IMS)Assessing contractor submittals including RFI responses, proposals, white papers, technology demonstration plans, and contract deliverablesSupporting or leading the planning, execution, data collection, evaluation, and assessment of system acceptance tests, technical demonstrations, and other technology and/or systems evaluation efforts Qualifications SENIOR LEVEL: 10+ years of relevant experience and a MS degree in systems engineering or a related discipline. 14 years relevant experience plus a STEM BS degree or 18 total years' relevant experience can be equivalent.MID LEVEL: 3-10 years' experience and a BS or MS degree in systems engineering or a related disciplineExperience in providing systems engineering support to large, complex programsFamiliar with DHS or DoD Acquisition Lifecycle Framework (ALF)Familiar with Systems Engineering Life Cycle (SELC) and its processes and practicesExperience in developing engineering and project plansKnowledge of a broad spectrum of technical fields and engineering disciplinesStrong problem solving skills, organizational skills, communication skills, and leadership skillsSelf-motivated, proactive, independent performer who can perform well in a collaborative, team environmentAll position require eligibility to acquire CBP BI, for which you must be a US Citizen. Highly Preferred: Active US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) BI.