F-35 Maintenance Systems (Mx Sys) Systems Engineer

ACT1 Federal; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off

Education and Training

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Job summary

A defense contracting company in Arlington, VA, is seeking an experienced F-35 Maintenance Systems Engineer to assist with strategic engineering initiatives and coordinate efforts for the F-35 program. Candidates must hold a B.S. Degree and have a minimum of 10 years of Systems Engineering experience, alongside expertise in software development practices. The role offers competitive benefits, including medical insurance and a 401(k) with employer match, in a supportive environment focused on mission success.

Qualifications

• B.S. Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• At least 10 years of Systems Engineering experience.
• Experience with software development and CI/CD practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist with strategic engineering initiatives for the F-35 program.
• Develop PMO roadmap and automate future iterations.
• Coordinate engineering efforts with internal and external organizations.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Software Development

Pipeline Development

Team Management

DoD Acquisition Knowledge

Education

B.S. Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

GitLab

Jira

Confluence

Job description

F-35 Maintenance Systems (Mx Sys) Systems Engineer

Location: Arlington, VA (Crystal City)

Base pay range: $130,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr

Employment type: Full-time | Schedule: Day | Shift type: On-site | Clearance required: Secret

Responsibilities

• Assist with establishing mid‑term and long‑term strategic engineering initiatives
• Coordinate closely with Mx Sys PMO technical staff, the prime contractor, and others to collaborate on systems architecture efforts
• Develop a PMO roadmap integrating key data from various internal and external resources (GitLab, Jira, Confluence, etc.) and automate future iterations
• Support partner and prime integrator management discussions, and assist with briefings for Mx S leadership
• Provide and prepare supporting documentation for the integration of cybersecurity strategy, F‑35 Fleet Management, and other technical dependencies into the Mx S Architecture, Data, and Business Logic models – ensuring the tech stack is updated accordingly
• Model the optimal modernization path forward as defined in the modernization definition (architecture at all layers), re‑evaluating system workflows, standardizing data management, establishing a consistent UI/UX framework, and building a robust business layer that incorporates modern architecture (e.g., domain and test‑driven development, automated pipeline testing policy and quality standards)
• Assist the Mx Sys Chief Architect to produce a Product Specification for as‑delivered ALIS and ODIN products
• Support the development of a System Specification for future versions of ALIS/ODIN
• Coordinate with other internal F‑35 JPO organizations and external organizations to include the Office of the Chief Information Officer and prime support contractors on key engineering initiatives
• Conduct searches for and identify GOTS and COTS products which can be used to replace existing ALIS/ODIN products to reduce cost and improve reliability
• Develop action plans for incorporating software from alternate sources, including ECPs, software sustainment plans, and plans for addressing the interfaces between software from different vendors

Requirements

• SECRET Clearance
• B.S. Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field
• At least 10 years of experience in Systems Engineering
• Experience with software development practices, including hands‑on full‑stack development
• Solid experience with pipeline development, testing, automation, and CI/CD best practices
• Knowledge of US networking, global information systems, and multi‑server systems (e.g., cloud‑based systems)
• Knowledge of DoD acquisition processes and systems engineering practices
• Knowledge of systems engineering tools and accepted project management techniques, applications, and processes
• Ability to manage and direct a team of engineers and other personnel as an integrated unit
• Ability to prepare and present oral and written presentations to various levels of government and industry management

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• ACT1 Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Company‑Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Company‑Paid Short‑Term Disability
• Voluntary Long‑Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Military Leave
• Education, Training & Professional Development
• Voluntary Accidental Injury/Critical Illness/Hospital Care
• Voluntary Pet Insurance, Legal Resources, and Identity Protection

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local or international law.