ENGINEER IV - SENIOR SYSTEMS ENGINEER/TECHNICAL LEADLocation: Colorado Springs, CO
Clearance: Active Top Secret clearance required, TS/SCI Preferred
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
- 15+ years of progressively responsible engineering experience supporting complex DoD, Intelligence Community, or aerospace systems.
- Demonstrated experience leading engineering teams or acting as a Technical Lead or Senior Systems Engineer.
- Extensive knowledge of systems engineering principles, including requirements management, architecture development, integration, verification, and validation.
- Strong understanding of cyber systems, IT infrastructure, hardware/software interfaces, and operational environments.
- Experience supporting classified programs with the ability to operate independently.
- Active Top Secret/SCI clearance (U.S. citizenship required).
- Ability to work onsite due to classified program requirements.
- Willingness to travel up to 80%, as mission needs dictate.
- Security+ certification (or equivalent DoD 8570/8140 compliant certification).
PERFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- Experience with protected MILSATCOM, space/ground systems, or mission operations.
- Familiarity with modeling and simulation tools, digital engineering, and mission planning environments.
- Knowledge of spacecraft subsystems, telemetry, and command & control operations.
- Experience with system test planning, operational acceptance testing, and mission readiness reviews.
- Background working across multi-disciplinary teams in fast-paced, agile development environments.
- Prior experience interfacing directly with senior government leadership and external partner organizations.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES- Serve as Technical Lead for assigned Programs, Providing Authoritative engineering guidance across the systems lifecycle.
- Lead and oversee the design, development, integration, testing, deployment, and sustainment of complex cyber, space, and mission planning systems.
- Make and recommend high-impact technical decisions that influence program architecture, performance, and long-term capability.
- Act as a Systems Engineering Subject Matter Expert (SME), advising senior government and contractor leadership on technical approaches and risk mitigation.
- Mentor and guide team leads, senior engineers, and cross- functional engineering teams.
- Coordinate and negotiate technical solutions with external organizations, vendors, and partner agencies, including resolution of critical or controversial issues.
- Develop and deliver technical instruction and knowledge transfer as an Instructor for systems, tools, and operational concepts.
- Perform IPASC duties, including:
- Systems Engineer
- Instructor
- Alternate FDA
- Alternate CAN
- Support system accreditation, compliance, and operational readiness activities.
- Ensure engineering solutions align with operational user needs, security requirements, and mission objectives.
- Provide technical oversight for system documentation, architecture artifacts, and test plans.
- Operate with general administrative direction while exercising independent technical judgment.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS- Salary Range: $110,000 - $135,000 annually (based on experience and qualifications)
- Benefits Include:
- 70% company-paid medical insurance
- 100% company-paid dental and vision coverage
- 401(k) plan with company match and profit sharing
- Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
- Education assistance program
- Paid time off (PTO) starting at 15 days accruing annually, increasing with tenure
- 13 paid holidays annually, including a year-end shutdown
- And more!
