**Description** Performs in-depth engineering analyses of complex security related systems to determine potential for further development, production, interface to other systems, and usefulness in the homeland security environment. Prepares test plans and program assessment reports; briefs government staff on ongoing activities; interviews government and non-government people to improve system engineering knowledge. Has knowledge and/or experience in systems integration. Can complete project life cycle work (planning, development, execution, termination), develop work breakdown structures, PERT/CPM critical path working knowledge, project budgets, and tracking of project activities. Has excellent communication skills and is able to write and speak on project documents, including project plans, test plans and procedures, data analysis reports, project final reports. Has a working knowledge of commercial project management software programs. Onsite in Atlantic City, NJ. US Citizens only. Ability to obtain SECRET Security Clearance (preference is currently cleared). Ability to obtain DHS Suitability (preference if currently cleared). Good leadership skills, and excellent written and oral communications. Experience with the handling of explosives/narcotics/hazardous chemicals (this is a differentiator and preference will be given). Preferred: **Qualifications** **Education** **Required** + Master of Engineering or better in Engineering **Preferred** + Doctor of Philosophy or better in Engineering Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)