The Opportunity: 

Lead systems engineering efforts supporting intelligence, electronic warfare, and cyber systems for Department of Defense customers. As a Systems Engineer Lead, you will: 

• Lead technical planning, systems integration, verification and validation, and cost/risk analyses for complex intelligence, EW, and cyber systems 

• Perform requirements analysis, architecture trade studies, and capability mapping across tactical and enterprise C5ISR systems 

• Develop technical baselines and system architecture documentation for defense intelligence programs 

• Lead functional analysis, timeline analysis, and detailed trade studies to translate customer requirements into technical specifications 

• Coordinate with government program offices to ensure system interoperability and integration 

• Support systems engineering activities across the full system lifecycle from concept through disposal 

Responsibilities: 

• Lead interdisciplinary engineering teams in the development and integration of non-IT engineering systems including hardware, communications, cyber, electrical, and mechanical solutions 

• Conduct system-level verification and validation activities including test planning, test execution, and analysis 

• Develop and maintain systems engineering artifacts including requirements specifications, interface control documents (ICDs), system architecture documents, and technical performance measures 

• Support Engineering Review Boards (ERBs), Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs), and program milestone reviews 

• Perform supportability and effectiveness analyses to optimize total system performance 

• Apply systems engineering standards and processes per IEEE 15288, EIA 632, or DoD systems engineering guidelines 

• Ensure logical and systematic conversion of customer requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints 

• Support Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) initiatives, DoD Architecture Framework (DoDAF) product development, and Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) compliance activities 

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior systems engineers 

• Interface with Government customers, program managers, and cross-functional technical teams 

Qualifications: 

Required:  

• Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility (required) 

• Master's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related Engineering discipline 

• 10+ years of professional experience in systems engineering 

• Demonstrated experience with systems integration, verification and validation, and technical planning for complex DoD systems 

• Strong understanding of systems engineering lifecycle processes and methodologies 

• Experience with requirements analysis, functional decomposition, and interface management 

• Knowledge of C5ISR, SIGINT, EW, or intelligence systems architecture 

• Experience with systems engineering tools for requirements management, modeling, or architecture development 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to perform trade studies and technical assessments 

• Excellent technical writing and communication skills with ability to develop technical documentation 

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with Government customers and cross-functional teams 

Desired:  

• International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE) CSEP or ESEP certification 

• Experience with Army intelligence and electronic warfare programs 

• Knowledge of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) using SysML and tools such as Cameo or MagicDraw 

• Familiarity with DoDAF architecture products and development 

• Understanding of MOSA, SOSA, and CMOSS open architecture standards 

• Experience with CMOSS/MORA interface standards and VPX architectures 

• Knowledge of DevSecOps, Agile systems engineering, and iterative development approaches 

• Experience with AI/ML integration into intelligence systems 

• Understanding of Risk Management Framework (RMF) and cybersecurity authorization processes 

• Familiarity with Multi-INT integration concepts 

• Knowledge of cloud architectures and hybrid system designs 

• Previous experience supporting government program offices 

• Experience with requirements management tools such as DOORS, Jama, or Cameo Requirements 

• Understanding of digital engineering and digital thread concepts 

What You Can Expect:

 A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range:

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is: