Systems Engineer 4

Navius Technologies LLC

$100K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of systems engineering experience
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field
  • Experience with ISO/IEC 15288 processes and lifecycle support
  • Strong knowledge of technical trade-off analysis and system-level requirements
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph

Responsibilities

  • Apply systems engineering principles throughout the entire system lifecycle
  • Lead development and delivery of work products aligned with ISO/IEC 15288
  • Analyze technical alternatives and provide design recommendations
  • Coordinate and oversee engineering teams and contractors
  • Lead discussions with government customers and stakeholders
  • Mentor junior engineers and guide technical standards
  • Contribute to trade studies and system readiness assessments

Benefits

  • Flexible medical coverage for employees and their families
  • Health Savings Account with rollover
  • Dental and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with 8% employer contribution
  • Life and AD&D insurance
  • Paid maternity leave
  • Annual technology stipend
  • Training and development allowance
  • Annual profit-sharing program
Full Job Description
Systems Engineer 4
Location: Annapolis Junction, MD
Clearance Required: TS/SCI with polygraph
Position Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

Navius Technologies is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer 4 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 10 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


Benefits at Navius Technologies
At Navius, we invest in our people. Our 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


At Navius, we believe that when you're supported, you perform your best. Join a company that values your contributions and invests in your future

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