System Engineer

Athenix Solutions Group

$90K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is mandatory.
  • Education level varies by position; Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field is required.
  • Basic Level requires 6 years of relevant experience; Mid-Level requires 12 years; Senior Level requires 20 years.
  • Master's degree in engineering can substitute for 4 years of experience.
  • Up to 5 years of experience may replace the degree requirement.
  • Familiarity with various software development principles and languages like Python, C++, and Java.

Responsibilities

  • Apply system engineering fundamentals across various stages of system development lifecycle.
  • Assist in the development, testing, deployment, and maintenance of defense systems.
  • Engage in requirements development and management.
  • Utilize information management tools such as SharePoint or Confluence.
  • Develop system architectural drawings using DODAF or similar frameworks.
  • Explain complex technical topics to diverse audiences, including development teams and leadership.
  • Understand end-to-end Signals Intelligence or Cyberspace workflows.

Benefits

  • Full-time position with opportunities for career advancement.
  • Roles available across various levels of experience and expertise.
  • Engagement in meaningful projects relevant to national defense.
  • Collaborative work environment with a focus on professional growth.
Full Job Description
Job Type

Full-time

Description

Athenix Solutions Group is looking for a Systems Engineer in Northern Virginia for a variety of roles to apply system engineering fundamentals to the development, testing, deployment, maintenance, operation, sustainment, and disposition of systems assisting in the defense of our nation. We have roles that focus in on a specific portion of the system development lifecycle, and others that span the entire process.

Do you have skills and experience in some of the following areas?
  • Understanding of or background in end-to-end Signals Intelligence or Cyberspace workflows
  • Requirements development and management
  • Working Knowledge and familiarity with Linux based operating systems and the Linux command line interface (bash, ssh, etc)
  • Using Information management tools such as SharePoint or Confluence.
  • Working knowledge of a variety of software development principles and languages (Python, C++, Java, etc)
  • Development of system architectural drawings using DODAF framework or similar
  • Presenting information in writing and verbally explaining complex topics and ideas to a variety of audiences from development teams to senior leadership
  • Understanding of dataflows and familiarity with tools such as Apache Niagra Files

If so, we have an exciting job waiting for you!

Requirements

  • Active Clearance: TS/SCI with Polygraph?is required
  • Education: Positions available no matter where you are in your career!
  • Basic Level - Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field, and 6 years of relevant experience
  • Mid-Level - Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field, and 12 years of relevant experience
  • Senior Level - Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field, and 20 years of relevant experience

Note: A Master's degree in engineering or relevant field can be used to substitute for 4 years of experience

Note: 5 years experience can also replace the degree requirement in most cases

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