Senior Systems Engineer

CACI; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 132,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer at Fort Meade to drive the full systems engineering lifecycle from concept to retirement. The role partners with government sponsors, SETAs, and cross-functional teams to transform complex data into actionable insights for mission success.

The position requires TS/SCI with polygraph, deep SIGINT and military operations knowledge, strong communication, and test engineering experience, with collaboration across programs to ensure high-impact outcomes.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with poly required.
• Strong SIGINT & military operations knowledge.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Experience with test engineering and cross-team collaboration.
• Education/Experience alternatives listed in qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Apply systems engineering across all life cycle phases.
• Engage with government sponsors to discuss technical considerations and risks.
• Collaborate with program teams and senior leaders to maintain alignment.
• Support ISO/IEC 15288 process areas with high-quality engineering products.
• Analyze data sources and convert findings into actionable information for decision makers.
• Coordinate with SETAs and government test offices for testing and integration.

Skills

TS/SCI with polygraph

SIGINT knowledge

Communication skills

Test engineering experience

Cross-program collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field + 6 years experience

High School Diploma/GED + 10 years experience

Master’s degree substituting for 4 years experience

PhD substituting for 4 years experience

Job description

Job Title: Senior Systems EngineerJob Category: EngineeringTime Type: Full timeMinimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with PolygraphEmployee Type: RegularPercentage of Travel Required: NoneType of Travel: None

The Opportunity

Join CACI as a System Engineer and play a key role in shaping solutions across the full systems engineering life cycle—from concept development through deployment, sustainment, and retirement. In this role, you will collaborate closely with government sponsors, SETAs, senior leaders, and cross‑functional teams to address technical challenges, drive clarity, and ensure mission success. You will directly influence high‑impact decisions by transforming complex data into meaningful insights for government stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Apply systems engineering principles across all life cycle phases, ensuring technical quality and integrity.
• Engage with government sponsors to discuss technical considerations, resolve issues, and address engineering risks.
• Collaborate with diverse program teams, senior executives, and overseers to maintain alignment and clarity.
• Support one or more ISO/IEC 15288 process areas, delivering complete and high‑quality engineering products.
• Analyze multiple, complex data sources and convert findings into actionable information for decision makers.
• Work effectively across diverse and multi‑disciplinary teams to meet program goals.
• Coordinate with SETAs and government test offices to support testing and integration activities.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Active TS/SCI with Full‑Scope Polygraph.
• Solid knowledge of SIGINT and military operations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with test engineering.
• Ability to collaborate across programs and teams.
• Education and experience requirements (one of the following):
• Bachelor’s degree in a qualified engineering field or related discipline and 6 years of systems engineering experience.
• High School Diploma/GED and 10 years of general systems engineering experience.
• Master’s degree in a qualified engineering field or related discipline (substitutes for 4 years of experience).
• PhD in a qualified engineering field or related discipline (substitutes for 4 years of experience).
• Qualified Engineering Fields Include: Aeronautics, Biomedical, Chemical, Civil, Computer, Electrical, Environmental, Mechanical, Nuclear, Software, Systems, Engineering Management.
• Related Disciplines Include: Chemistry, Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, Physics.

Desired

• Strong understanding of microelectronics fundamentals.
• Experience supporting large‑scale budget and requirements management.
• Background working across government test environments or multi‑program SETA structures.
• Demonstrated success supporting high‑visibility government engineering program

What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$131,800 - $290,000

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.