Systems Engineer - Data & Analytics

DarkStar Intelligence LLC

• $190K — $220K *
Aerospace & Defense
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in relevant technical discipline required.
  • 14 years of experience in systems engineering or analytical activities.
  • TS/SCI polygraph clearance essential.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct system requirements analysis and translate operational needs into technical solutions.
  • Support data analysis and system modeling for complex systems.
  • Analyze system performance metrics and operational data for engineering decisions.
  • Develop system architecture and maintain engineering documentation.
  • Perform technical analysis and trade studies to evaluate system performance.
  • Support system integration, testing, and verification activities.
  • Oversee system lifecycle activities, including requirements development and integration.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage available.
  • Paid time off (PTO) and holidays offered.
  • 401(k) retirement plan options provided.
  • Professional development and training opportunities.
Full Job Description
Job Type

Full-time

Description

DarkStar Intelligence is seeking a System Engineer to support analytical engineering, data analysis, and system modeling activities across mission-critical systems and enterprise environments. The System Engineer provides technical expertise supporting data-driven system analysis, requirements development, system architecture modeling, and analytical evaluation of complex systems. This role works closely with government stakeholders, analysts, and engineering teams to translate mission requirements into technical solutions using analytical methods, modeling techniques, and system performance analysis. The System Engineer supports the full system lifecycle, including requirements analysis, architecture modeling, integration planning, testing, and performance evaluation. Responsibilities include conducting technical and quantitative analysis, developing system models, supporting architecture frameworks, and providing insights that inform engineering decisions and improve mission system performance.

Responsibilities
  • Experience performing system requirements analysis and translating operational requirements into technical solutions
  • Experience supporting data analysis, system modeling, or analytical evaluation of complex systems
  • Experience analyzing system performance metrics, operational data, or technical datasets to inform engineering decisions
  • Experience supporting system architecture development and engineering documentation
  • Experience conducting technical analysis, modeling, or trade studies to evaluate system capabilities and performance
  • Experience supporting system integration, testing, and verification activities
  • Experience supporting system lifecycle engineering activities including requirements development, architecture design, integration, and sustainment
  • Experience developing or analyzing system architectures using engineering frameworks such as DoDAF
  • Experience collaborating with engineering teams, analysts, and government stakeholders
  • Experience developing technical reports, analytical documentation, or engineering assessments


Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in system engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required.
  • Fourteen (14) years of demonstrated experience supporting systems engineering, analytical engineering, or technical analysis activities within complex enterprise or mission systems environments.
  • TS/SCI polygraph

Desired
  • Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD) or Intelligence Community (IC) programs
  • Experience performing data analysis using tools such as Python, R, MATLAB, or similar analytical platforms
  • Experience developing system models, simulations, or performance analysis tools
  • Experience supporting system architecture modeling using DoDAF or model-based systems engineering (MBSE) approaches
  • Experience analyzing large datasets or operational performance data to support mission systems
  • Experience supporting cybersecurity, information assurance, or secure system architectures
  • Experience supporting engineering trade studies, system performance optimization, or mission analysis


Salary Range

$190,000 - $220,000 per year This pay range is a general guideline and not a guarantee of specific compensation or salary. When extending an offer, DarkStar Intelligence considers various factors, including (but not limited to) the job's responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, market data alignment, applicable bargaining agreements (if any), and other relevant laws.

Benefits Overview

DarkStar Intelligence offers a comprehensive benefits package, which may include:
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
  • 401(k) retirement plan options
  • Professional development and training opportunities

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