Jr Systems Engineer with Security Clearance

FANTOM CORPORATION; Hanover (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Fantom Corp is seeking a Systems Engineer to analyze, design, integrate, and implement mission-critical systems for defense and intelligence programs. The role collaborates with users, engineers, and Government stakeholders to translate operational needs into system requirements and ensure alignment with architectures and standards.

Responsibilities include developing system requirements, managing documentation, and supporting DoDAF/SOA architecture efforts, along with test plans and lifecycle

Qualifications

• Must be fully cleared with a recent MD polygraph.
• Must be willing and able to work fully onsite at the location listed in this posting.
• Five (5) years of Systems Engineering experience may be substituted for a Bachelor’s degree.
• Knowledge of systems engineering principles, requirements analysis, system architecture, integration, and testing.
• Ability to develop clear technical and systems engineering documentation.
• Strong analytical, communication, and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze user requirements, CONOPS, and high-level architectures to develop system requirements and specifications.
• Develop and manage system and derived requirements across hardware, software, facilities, and personnel components.
• Support system design, development, integration, and implementation activities.
• Develop systems engineering documentation, including Systems Engineering Plans, requirements specifications, Interface Control Documents (ICDs), and capability documents.
• Support system architecture efforts utilizing frameworks such as DoDAF and Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA).
• Develop and support system integration and test plans
• Guide stakeholders in requirements development, evaluate alternative approaches, and conduct feasibility assessments
• Coordinate technical action items resulting from Configuration Control Boards (CCBs), design reviews, program reviews, and test reviews
• Collaborate with Government stakeholders, engineers, program personnel, and leadership to resolve technical issues
• Maintain the technical integrity of systems engineering deliverables throughout the development lifecycle

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related discipline

Job description

Fantom Corporation is a mission-focused organization supporting critical programs across the defense and intelligence community. We partner with our customers to deliver high-impact technical solutions while fostering a culture built on trust, expertise, and long-term career growth. We are seeking a Systems Engineer to support the analysis, design, integration, and implementation of mission-critical systems. This position will work closely with users, engineering teams, and Government stakeholders to translate operational needs into system requirements and ensure solutions align with established architectures and technical standards.

Responsibilities

• Analyze user requirements, CONOPS, and high-level architectures to develop system requirements and specifications
• Develop and manage system and derived requirements across hardware, software, facilities, and personnel components
• Support system design, development, integration, and implementation activities
• Develop systems engineering documentation, including Systems Engineering Plans, requirements specifications, Interface Control Documents (ICDs), and capability documents
• Support system architecture efforts utilizing frameworks such as DoDAF and Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA)
• Develop and support system integration and test plans
• Guide stakeholders in requirements development, evaluate alternative approaches, and conduct feasibility assessments
• Coordinate technical action items resulting from Configuration Control Boards (CCBs), design reviews, program reviews, and test reviews
• Collaborate with Government stakeholders, engineers, program personnel, and leadership to resolve technical issues
• Maintain the technical integrity of systems engineering deliverables throughout the development lifecycle

Required Qualifications

• Must be fully cleared with a recent MD polygraph
• Must be willing and able to work fully onsite at the location listed in this posting
• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university
• Five (5) years of Systems Engineering experience may be substituted for a Bachelor’s degree
• No demonstrated professional experience is required with the qualifying Bachelor’s degree
• Knowledge of systems engineering principles, requirements analysis, system architecture, integration, and testing
• Ability to develop clear technical and systems engineering documentation
• Strong analytical, communication, and collaboration skills

Fantom Corp is a Software Development, Agile Cloud, Cyber Security (Risk Management, Assessments & Authorization (A&A)), Data, AI Platform (Computer Vision Models), Podcasting Media Services, and IT Services provider. Established in 2015, Fantom Corp serves Federal customers with top-notch Cybersecurity Architects, Data Scientists/Analysts, Software Engineers/Developers, DevSecOps Engineers, Project Managers, Identity, Credential Access Management (ICAM) services , and Cloud-certified practitioners. We excel in delivering emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) with a focus on identifying trends, object detection, and classification of structured and unstructured data. Fantom Corp possesses mastery in all aspects of digital audio production. We lead in the ideation and creation of efforts for clients who want to harness the power of podcasting. We guide them in selecting the right show format for their needs and goals. As a Small Business, we possess the innovation, speed and flexibility to meet your requirements.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.