Open Positions : Scientific Systems Company, Inc.

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Research Engineer / Systems Engineer / Application Engineer (job code SSCI-1151)

Scientific Systems Company, Inc. (SSCI) is a leading developer of advanced technologies for navigation, signal/image processing, mission planning and autonomy systems for the Aerospace and Defense industries. Founded in 1976 and headquartered in the metro-Boston area, SSCI has built a reputation for delivering high quality and mission-relevant technology solutions. SSCI is an industry leader in research and development, and is among the Top 20 companies in highly competitive Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program. SSCI’s clients and teaming partners include all major branches of the U.S Department of Defense, NASA, and many of the leading prime contractors, including Boeing, Northrop Grumman, and Lockheed Martin.

Level:	MSc or BSc with 3-5 years experience in Computer Science, Aerospace, Electrical, Computer or Systems Engineering, with a focus in Unmanned Systems or Robotics.
Location:	Full-time opportunities are currently available for Woburn, MA.
Duties:	Systems and software engineering, implementation, testing and support for advanced technology development in intelligent systems, mission planning, and guidance, navigation and controls (GNC) systems. The successful applicants will contribute to the development, integration and field testing of autonomous and unmanned systems.
Required Experience:	3~5 years experience in advanced research and development of intelligent systems. 3+ years experience using Matlab/Simulink for system analysis and design. 5+ years experience C/C++ for systems development and software engineering. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Desirable Experience:	Experience in real-time software engineering for mission planning, flight controls, avionics, or unmanned vehicles. Experience with systems and software engineering processes (software planning, design, development tools, configuration management, test and QA methods).
Compensation:	Salary is competitive with market rates, with annual bonus awards based on company and individual performance. SSCI offers a generous benefits package, which includes an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Bonus Plan, 401K, and Health / Life / Disability Insurance.
Notes:	US Citizenship and eligibility for DoD Security Clearance are required for this position.

Please email your applications to: ssci-1151@ssci.com

Include the Job Code (use Subject Line) and at least three (3) references with your correspondence for prompt consideration.

A PDF version of this position can be downloaded here: SSCI-1151

Application Engineer / Research Engineer / Software Engineer (job code SSCI-1152)

Level:	MSc or BSc with 3-5 years experience in Computer Science, Electrical, Computer or Systems Engineering. Additional experience in Software Engineering or Aerospace Systems is highly desirable.
Location:	Full-time opportunities are currently available for Woburn, MA.
Duties:	Software and systems engineering, implementation, testing and support for advanced technology development in guidance, navigation and controls (GNC) systems, mission planning systems , and intelligent control systems. The successful applicants will contribute to the development, integration, and test of autonomous and unmanned systems.
Required Experience:	3~5 years experience using C/C++ for development of real-time, flight-based, test control or instrumentation systems. 1~3 years experience in a team-based software development process. 1~3 years experience using Matlab/Simulink for system analysis and design. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Desirable Experience:	Experience in real-time software engineering for mission planning, flight controls or avionics, or unmanned vehicles. Experience in programming / optimizing software for fixed-point DSP processors. Experience with formal systems and software engineering processes (software planning, design, development tools, configuration management, test and QA methods).
Compensation:	Salary is competitive with market rates, with annual bonus awards based on company and individual performance. SSCI offers a generous benefits package, which includes an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Bonus Plan, 401K, and Health / Life / Disability Insurance.
Notes:	US Citizenship and eligibility for DoD Security Clearance are required for this position.

Please email your applications to: ssci-1152@ssci.com

Include the Job Code (use Subject Line) and at least three (3) references with your correspondence for prompt consideration.

A PDF version of this position can be downloaded here: SSCI-1152

Chief Contracting Officer

Scientific Systems Company, Inc. (SSCI) is a small high-tech company (45 employees) & is a leading developer of advanced technologies for unmanned systems including Guidance, Navigation and Control, signal/image processing, mission planning and autonomy systems for the Aerospace and Defense industries. Founded in 1976 and headquartered in the metro-Boston area (Woburn, MA), SSCI has built a reputation for delivering high quality and mission-relevant technology solutions. SSCI is an industry leader in research and development, and is among the Top 30 companies in the highly competitive Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program. SSCI’s clients and teaming partners include all major branches of the U.S Department of Defense, NASA, and many of the leading prime contractors, including Raytheon, Boeing, Northrop Grumman, and Lockheed Martin. SSCI is actively commercializing its technologies and transitioning them to DoD systems.

Job Description

This is a part-time position which can be full-time depending upon experience of the applicant in other areas besides government contracting.

The Chief Contracting Officer is expected to have an excellent grasp of government contracting with a solid depth of understanding of FAR, DCAA practices, all relevant contract types (e.g. CPFF/FFP/T&M, BPA, IDIQ, etc.) and related items in his/her knowledge base. The Chief Contracting Officer will have deep experience working across multiple DoD services and agencies. The Chief Contractor Officer will be a key member of the senior team with significant input into the strategic and operational plans to meet the Company’s growth targets and strategic goals.

Requirements

Have a minimum of 10+ years’ experience working in a combination of high level government contracting and/or consulting environments; Have deep experience in all facets of government contracts including prime and subcontracts; FFP, FPIF, T&M, IDIQ, CPAF, etc; Be experienced in Cost Proposal preparation and DCAA audit experience; Have strong written and oral communication and briefing skills; Be an active participant in NCMA; NCMA certification a plus; Possess strong client origination and management skills and be driven to provide the highest quality of work and client service; Effective project management skills, accounting knowledge, as well as analytical and conceptual ability is a plus; Have ability to obtain a secret clearance.

Personal integrity and demonstrated commitment to the highest quality of professional service to clients; Demonstrated ability to build and manage relationships internally and externally; An entrepreneurial imaginative and determined style with self-motivation and tenacity to achieve objectives within a changing and highly competitive market place; Ability to work in a collaborative environment and develop strong internal networks; A participative management style with the ability to provide inspired leadership through personal example and professional capability; Senior-level presence and experience.

Please email your applications to: ssci-1153@ssci.com