Senior System Engineer

General Dynamics Information Technology; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Comprehensive health and wellness packages

Paid vacation and leave

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology is hiring a Senior Systems Engineer to support Air Combat Command through requirements development and SIGINT system integration. You will work closely with Air Force organizations to drive modernization initiatives.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in SIGINT and 8+ years of Systems Engineering experience, with an active TS/SCI clearance. The position requires full-time onsite work at Langley AFB, VA, and involves occasional travel.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience as a Systems Engineer with AF DCGS background.
• Understanding of USAF Acquisition processes is necessary.
• Active TS/SCI clearance required, onsite work at Langley AFB.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on AF DCGS SIGINT technical approaches.
• Define implementation solutions for SIGINT requirements.
• Engage in Sensing/Sensemaking Working Groups discussions.
• Oversee review of AF Form 1067 Modification Requests.

Skills

Understanding of National Mission Partner and Air Force SIGINT systems

Knowledge of Air Force C4ISR systems

Familiarity with DoD Architecture Framework

Experience in Systems Engineering

Active TS/SCI clearance

Education

BS/BA in a relevant technical field

Job description

Job Description

Senior Systems Engineer – Senior Systems Engineer will support Air Combat Command by providing requirement development, system integration, architecture, and sustainment support to the Air Force Distributed Common Ground System (AF DCGS) program, focusing on Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) modernization and upgrade initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Advise client on AF DCGS SIGINT technical and system life‑cycle approaches that deliver on organizational objectives.
• Define and support the design, development, and implementation of short‑and long‑term solutions for SIGINT requirements, systems, and technology needs.
• Coordinate and advocate for weapon system requirements with respect to SIGINT systems, integration, and architectures, working with National Mission Partners (NMP) and other Air Force organizations.
• Serve as organizational focal point for new SIGINT technology efforts, including Situational Awareness applications, working closely with stakeholders to ensure operational alignment.
• Engage proactively in specific Sensing/Sensemaking Working Groups discussions, providing subject matter expertise and driving actionable outcomes for the mission.
• Oversee the development and review of AF Form 1067 Modification Requests for SIGINT and related initiatives, ensuring all requirements are rigorously focused, accurately scoped, and comprehensively justified.
• Review and update SIGINT system requirements for the AF DCGS weapon system and associated programs working with mission partners.
• Create and maintain effective working relationships with staff at stakeholder, mission partner, and higher headquarters organizations.
• Work closely with AF DCGS Program Management Office (PMO) SIGINT programs area to ensure technical capabilities are fully synchronized and integrated with operational mission efforts.
• Work with stakeholders and end users to develop requirements for SIGINT system modernization efforts and manage programs through the requirements validation, solution development, and delivery phase.
• Assess the compatibility and integration of SIGINT products/services proposed to ensure integrated architectures across interdependent technologies and systems of systems.

Qualifications

• High level understanding of the National Mission Partner and Air Force SIGINT systems and architecture.
• High level understanding of the Air Force C4ISR enterprise systems such as AF DCGS, Air Operations Center, and the Targeting Enterprise.
• Familiarity with DCGS mission, DoD Architecture Framework/relationships to Agile Development approaches and Cyber Security Operations and Processes.
• High level Understanding of System of Systems SIGINT Enterprise architecture, data flows, site capabilities.
• Understanding of USAF Acquisition processes such as AF Form 1067 modification request efforts.
• Active TS/SCI clearance required and ability to obtain it.
• BS/BA in a relevant technical, engineering, IT, or cybersecurity field.
• 8+ years of experience as a Systems Engineer with National Mission Partner or AF DCGS background; additional experience in lieu of formal education may be considered.
• Must be onsite full time at Langley AFB, VA; travel anticipated < 25%.

Job Details

• Type of Requisition: Regular
• Job Family: IT Infrastructure and Operations
• Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Top Secret/SCI
• Clearance Level Must Be Able To Obtain: Top Secret/SCI
• Public Trust/Other Required: None
• US Citizenship Required: Yes
• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
• Travel Required: 10-25%
• Telecommuting Options: Onsite
• Work Location: USA, VA – Langley AFB
• Location: Langley Air Force Base, VA

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match.
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages.
• Paid vacation, holidays, sick, personal, and military leave.
• Paid parental leave and jury duty leave.
• Short and long‑term disability and life insurance.
• Health Savings Account options.
• Dental and vision plans.
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications.
• Internal mobility team dedicated to supporting career development.
• Flexible full‑flex work week to balance work and personal life.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans