Systems Engineer

Sentar

$95K — $115K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • TS/SCI clearance with active Poly required
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or closely related field
  • Experience in engineering systems lifecycle management
  • 1-10 years relevant experience depending on level
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

Responsibilities

  • Support design and development of complex systems
  • Evaluate system performance and implement improvements
  • Troubleshoot system issues and maintain documentation
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and vendors
  • Ensure systems meet organizational needs and industry best practices

Benefits

  • Voluntary medical, dental, and vision plans with flexible spending options
  • Life, critical illness, accident, and long term care insurance options
  • Group term life and disability coverage provided
  • Generous 401(k) matching
  • Competitive PTO plan that increases with service
  • Various leave programs including maternity and military leave
  • Tuition reimbursement for continued education
  • Professional development reimbursement and recognition programs
Full Job Description
Sentar is seeking a Systems Engineer in Ft Meade, MD.

Role Description:

The Systems Engineer supports the design, development, integration, and maintenance of complex technical systems, ensuring they operate reliably and meet organizational needs. This role works closely with cross-functional teams to translate requirements into effective system solutions, troubleshoot issues, implement improvements, and maintain thorough technical documentation. The Systems Engineer evaluates system performance, supports lifecycle management, collaborates with vendors when needed, and ensures alignment with industry best practices. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a dynamic technical environment are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications:

Clearance Level: TS/SCI with active Poly

Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering or closely related field - Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics

Experience:

Level 0:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering and no experience, OR
    • or a closely related technical field (e.g., computer science, mathematics, physics) plus 1 year of relevant experience.
  • Relevant experience must be in engineering systems over their lifecycle (for example, conception, design & development, testing, production, distribution/deployment, operation, maintenance & support, decommissioning).

Level 1:
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or relevant technical field plus 3 years of relevant experience, OR
    • Master's degree plus 1 year of relevant experience.
  • Relevant experience must be in engineering systems over their lifecycle (for example, conception, design & development, testing, production, distribution/deployment, operation, maintenance & support, decommissioning).

Level 2:
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or relevant technical field plus 7 years of relevant experience, OR
    Master's degree plus 5 years of relevant experience, or a Doctoral degree plus 3 years of relevant experience.
  • Relevant experience must be in engineering systems over their lifecycle (for example, conception, design & development, testing, production, distribution/deployment, operation, maintenance & support, decommissioning).

Level 3:
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or relevant technical field plus 10 years of relevant experience, OR
    Master's degree plus 8 years of relevant experience, or a Doctoral degree plus 6 years of relevant experience.
  • Relevant experience must be in engineering systems over their lifecycle (for example, conception, design & development, testing, production, distribution/deployment, operation, maintenance & support, decommissioning).


Benefits at Sentar:

Our unique employee ownership model attracts top talent, giving employees the freedom to take initiative and drive meaningful improvements. In addition to cultivating a thriving and inclusive work environment, Sentar offers an extensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of employees and their families. Employee ownership is the foundation of our culture, promoting participation, teamwork, and accountability while ensuring long-term financial security and a commitment to excellence.
  • Voluntary Medical, Dental, Vision, with Flexible Spending Plan options
  • Voluntary Life, Critical Illness, Accident, and Long Term Care insurance options
  • Group Term Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability is provided by Sentar to all qualifying employees
  • Generous 401(k) match
  • Competitive PTO plan that graduates quickly with years of service
  • Other leave programs; holiday schedule along with bereavement, maternity, jury and military duty
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Professional development reimbursement
  • Recognition and Awards programs

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