2026 Senior Systems Engineer

Alexandria Insights

$120K — $140K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's in Systems Engineering or related field with 10+ years of relevant experience.
  • Desired experience with USMC or other DoD systems maintenance in combat operations.
  • Proven track record with Systems Engineering Technical Reviews (SETR) and documentation.
  • Experience in acquisition documentation development for program milestones is a must.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within diverse teams.
  • Leadership experience in mentoring engineering teams is essential.
  • Network Design or certifications (CompTIA Network+, CCNA, CCNP) are advantageous.
  • DAWIA Engineering & Technical Management Practitioner certification preferred.
  • Detail-oriented with strong verbal communication skills.
  • Proficient in MS Office and Visio; proactive self-starter with initiative.
  • Must possess an active DoD Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Develop/revise acquisition engineering documentation including SEPs and TEMPs.
  • Draft reports, briefs, and other program-related documentation.
  • Conduct technical assessments of contractors' deliverables and ECPs.
  • Review and coordinate CAD drawings for ECPs and vendor programs.
  • Validate all program documentation for ECP approvals.
  • Support the Engineering Team in tracking ECPs from initiation to closure.
  • Create performance specifications and Requirements Traceability Matrices (RTMs).
  • Assist in developing RFPs and RFIs.
  • Create Technical Review Action Plans and engage in SETR processes.
  • Help develop test strategies, procedures, and participate in testing events.
  • Contribute to systems safety evaluations and required documentation.
  • Support cybersecurity efforts and incident response processes.
  • Participate in Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) for technical and management discussions.

Benefits

  • Join a recognized top workplace in the region.
  • Collaborate with top-ranking employers in the field.
  • Opportunities for professional development and mentorship.
Full Job Description
Systems Engineer (Senior Level) - Stafford, VA

(This is not a remote position)

Seeking a Senior Systems Engineer with a strong background in technical support to Command and Control acquisition programs, for our customer in Stafford, VA. Duties include:
  • Develop and/or revise appropriate level acquisition engineering documentation (e.g. Systems Engineering Plans (SEP), Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMP), Information Support Plan (ISP))
  • Develop reports, briefs, and documentation related to programs in the portfolio
  • Conduct technical assessment and evaluation of Prime Contractor deliverables, architectures, and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs)
  • Drawings review and coordination for all ECPs and vendor development programs
  • Validation and readiness assessment of all program documentation required to submit ECPs for approval.
  • Support Engineering Team in development of ECPs and tracking of all ECPs from development to closure.
  • Develop Performance Specifications, Requirements Traceability Matrices (RTM), and assist with the development of product and component level specifications
  • Support development of Request for Proposals (RFPs) and Request for Information (RFIs)
  • Develop Technical Review Action Plans, and participate in all aspects of Systems Engineering Technical Reviews (SETR) process
  • Develop ECPs and participate at Configuration Control Boards (CCBs)
  • Manage development and assist with the development of test strategies, procedures, and plans
  • Assist in the planning, execution, and reporting of test events and operational evaluations
  • Support systems safety efforts and develop the Programmatic Environmental Safety and Occupational Health Evaluation (PESHE) and any other required documentation to support the appropriate safety releases
  • Provide input to support cybersecurity efforts, monitor IA vulnerability alerts, and ensure appropriate security actions are taken
  • Participate in technical and management IPTs

Qualifications:
  • Master's in Systems Engineering or other technical/scientific discipline, and 10+ years of experience or equivalent deep expertise in the domain
  • USMC or other DoD systems maintenance or operational experience with Air and/or Ground Combat operations systems desired.
  • Experience with SETRs and documentation is required
  • Experience in developing acquisition documentation to support programs in achieving required milestones/events is required
  • Ability to effectively work independently and as part of an integrated team of Government and non-Government players is required
  • Experience leading and mentoring a team of engineers is required.
  • Network Design or Network certifications a plus (CompTIA Network+, CCNA, CCNP)
  • DAWIA Engineering & Technical Management Practitioner certification or equivalent training in the Systems Engineering field (e.g. INCOSE Expert Systems Engineering Professional) is strongly desired
  • Must be detail-oriented and have excellent verbal communication skills
  • Excellent MS Office and Visio skills are required
  • A proactive, self-starter with a history of demonstrating initiative
  • Active DoD Secret Clearance

Salary range: $120,000.00-$140,000.00

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