Systems Engineer 6
Location: Annapolis Junction, MD
Clearance Required: TS/SCI with polygraph
Position Type: Full-Time
$257,000 - $286,600
Our client is a mission-driven technology startup founded by experts with deep roots in the intelligence community, cybersecurity, and commercial tech. We deliver agile, impactful solutions in support of national security, with a culture built on integrity, technical excellence, and collaboration. They value curious minds, innovative thinking, and people who take ownership in shaping the future.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Systems Engineer 6 to support high-impact missions and complex system development efforts in a classified environment. This position applies advanced systems engineering expertise to all phases of the system lifecycle—from concept through retirement—ensuring alignment with ISO/IEC 15288 standards and mission objectives.

As a senior member of the engineering team, you will take a lead role in guiding technical design, managing process development, and mentoring other engineers while interacting with stakeholders and senior government officials.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply systems engineering principles across all lifecycle phases: concept, development, production, utilization, support, and retirement

• Lead and support the development and delivery of work products across all ISO/IEC 15288 process areas

• Analyze and evaluate technical alternatives and develop design recommendations

• Provide oversight and coordination of engineering teams and contractors

• Participate in and lead technical discussions with government customers, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams

• Supervise and mentor junior engineers and provide guidance on technical standards and best practices

• Assist in performing and improving systems engineering activities across:

  • Technical Process Areas (e.g., requirements analysis, architecture design, integration, verification)

  • Project Process Areas (e.g., planning, risk management, configuration control)

  • Enterprise and Agreement Process Areas (e.g., acquisition, infrastructure management)

• Contribute to trade studies, evaluations, and system readiness assessments

• Identify, communicate, and resolve technical risks and issues

ISO/IEC 15288 Focus Areas Supported

Technical Process Areas:

• Requirements Analysis

• Stakeholder Requirements Definition

• Architectural Design

• Implementation, Integration, Verification, Transition, Validation

• Operation, Maintenance, and Disposal

Project Process Areas:

• Project Planning

• Assessment and Control

• Risk, Decision, and Configuration Management

• Information and Measurement Management

Enterprise & Agreement Process Areas:

• Project Portfolio and Infrastructure Management

• Lifecycle Model and Quality Management

• Acquisition and Supply

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum 20 years of systems engineering experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline

• Demonstrated experience with ISO/IEC 15288 processes and lifecycle support

• Strong understanding of technical trade-off analysis, system-level requirements development, and integration

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph (required)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD) or Intelligence Community (IC) programs

• Familiarity with Agile/DevSecOps environments and model-based systems engineering (MBSE)

• Prior experience leading technical teams and customer-facing engineering efforts
  AWS experience

Benefits 
Our client invests in their people. Their benefits are designed to support your health, financial well-being, time off, and professional growth so you can thrive both on and off the job.

Health & Wellness

• Flexible, customized medical coverage for you and your family
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with tax advantages and year-to-year rollover
• Dental and vision insurance for comprehensive careFinancial Security
• Competitive salaries that reflect your skills and market value
• 401(k) with 8% employer contribution — fully vested on day one
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability (STD & LTD) coverage

Work-Life Balance

• Generous paid vacation
• 11 paid holidays
• Sick and safe leave
• Paid maternity leave

Perks & Development

• Annual technology stipend
• Training and development allowance
• Annual profit-sharing program

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local