Title:Systems Engineer (SETA)
In this Systems Engineering role, you will provide onsite advisory and analytical engineering support to senior government leadership on a high-visibility mission. As a Reliability / Protection Systems Engineer, you will combine technical systems engineering expertise with programmatic insight to help government stakeholders understand system designs, assess risk, and make informed acquisition and mission decisions. Working hand-in-hand with the customer, you will directly influence mission success.
Work EnvironmentLocation: On-site - Chantilly, VA
Travel Requirements: Up to 20%
Working Hours: Standard, 40 hours/week
Key Responsibilities- Help contributing to trade studies, develop test and evaluation plans
- Develop and deliver technical briefings, point papers, spreadsheets, and acquisition documentation used by senior leadership
- Analyze system designs, risks, dependencies, and program impacts to support informed decision-making
- Communicate complex technical analysis clearly and concisely to government stakeholders
- Propose program strategies, resolutions, and risk mitigation approaches across a diverse stakeholder community
- Develop strategies in response to identified program risks and acquisition deficiencies
- Provide coordination and documentation support for senior government leaders in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment
Required QualificationsClearance: Active TS/SCI
Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship required
Education: Bachelor's degree or higher in an engineering-related field from an accredited institution
Experience:- Systems engineering, reliability engineering, or protection systems experience
- Working knowledge of space and ground architectures
- Ability to support senior stakeholders with high-quality technical analysis and documentation
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications- Experience with laser systems and laser safety is highly desired; reliability and mission assurance is also a plus
- Background supporting protected systems or mission-critical government programs
- Experience operating in a senior-level stakeholder or acquisition environment
