C2 Systems Engineer (TS/SCI) – Data Fusion & COP

Systems Planning and Analysis; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings accounts

Retirement savings plans

Life and disability insurance

Paid time away

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) is hiring a C2 Systems Engineer in Virginia to drive data fusion and multi-source integration for real-time decision support across tactical and strategic levels.

The role requires extensive defense systems engineering experience, software program management, and DoD program familiarity. You will interface with warfighters and acquisition authorities to ensure interoperable, rapid fielding of next-gen C2 capabilities.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance at time of application and ability to operate in compartmented areas.
• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline (or equivalent operational experience).
• 5+ years in defense systems engineering, tactical operations, and integration of C2 and data fusion networks.
• 5+ years proven experience managing software-intensive programs, data-routing protocols, or multi-sensor networks.
• Understanding of data fusion methodologies (track correlation, sensor management, predictive analysis) and modern C2 frameworks.
• Experience in software test planning, execution oversight, and use of tactical Decision Support Tools.
• Ability to manage program schedules, track performance, and coordinate cross-functional workflows.
• Knowledge of the defense industry, military command structures, and acquisition environments.
• Travel estimated 10-30% for official duties.

Responsibilities

• Support the Government as the functional SME for data fusion architectures and real-time COP integration.
• Develop and evaluate C2 concepts of operations and SoS architectures for tactical decision-making.
• Coordinate with warfighters to ensure data visualization and C2 interfaces fit operational workflows.
• Draft strategic roadmaps for transitioning new technologies into C2 and data fusion programs.
• Formulate and defend acquisition strategies for Major System Acquisitions in C2 with fiscal discipline.
• Support portfolios across RDT&E and prototyping for next-generation decision-support software.
• Facilitate integrated test and evaluation programs for software-intensive C2 systems.
• Assist in developing briefs for senior DoD leadership to align multi-domain priorities.
• Collaborate with multi-service and industry partners to eliminate data silos and accelerate integration.

Skills

Active TS/SCI clearance

STEM background

Defense systems engineering

Software program management

Data fusion networks

SoS/Systems of Systems architectures

Travel 10-30%

Education

STEM degree

Tools

Tactical Decision Support Tools

Job description

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) is hiring a C2 Systems Engineer in Virginia to drive data fusion and multi-source integration for real-time decision support across tactical and strategic levels.

The role requires extensive defense systems engineering experience, software program management, and DoD program familiarity. You will interface with warfighters and acquisition authorities to ensure interoperable, rapid fielding of next-gen C2 capabilities.