Senior Systems Engineer - Chantilly, VA

ICR, Inc.; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company equity

Retirement plan

Company‑paid health care benefits

Flexible paid time off

Job summary

ICR, Inc. is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer in Chantilly, VA to lead a Sensor-to-Shooter software team supporting U.S. Government programs. You will guide software development, ensure requirements coverage, and coordinate with customers and stakeholders.

Ideal candidates have a TS/SCI clearance, 10+ years in systems engineering, and strong leadership and communication skills. The role offers equity, comprehensive benefits, and a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Active Top Secret security clearance with SSBI and SCI eligibility (U.S. Citizenship required).
• Experience with Agile software development lifecycle and use of associated tools.
• 10+ years of experience as a systems engineer supporting the development of software systems for Government programs.
• Strong leadership, time management, organization, decision making, and verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent analytical skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in small team settings.
• Proven track record of success supporting the Government and/or Prime Contractors to deliver operational systems.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain relationships with Customers and stakeholders.
• Plan and develop features, deliverables, cost estimates, and development schedules for new projects.
• Capture current and future requirements including wireframes, mockups, and conceptual designs.
• Troubleshoot, reproduce, and triage software issues as they arise.
• Develop mission use cases and test cases to support software development.
• Develop scripts to aid in troubleshooting and testing of software.
• Develop and maintain CDRLs and program documentation.
• Deliver presentations for Customers and program stakeholders.
• Collaborate with program team and cross-program teams to execute effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Self-motivation

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/CS or related field

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

our Ideas, Commitment & Results will define us

What Defines Us

We believe the right person can make all the difference in the world.
We believe where there is a will, there is a way.
We believe in getting our nose bloodied for the right cause and challenging the status quo.
We believe candor and transparency lead to quick and informed decisions.
We believe employee ownership and compensation commensurate with one's contribution are a must.
Finally, we believe our Ideas, Commitment and Results will define us.

We believe in getting our nose bloodied for the right cause and challenging the status quo

About ICR

We will be the first to identify and solve the Intelligence and Defense Communities’ toughest engineering and operational problems by establishing a true partnership with our Customers. Despite our advanced degrees and heavy R&D focus, it is our hands‑on experience and scars from the field that will enable us to create very practical and reliable solutions.

Our purpose at ICR is to establish a company where the best minds in their career field want to work. Our Customer’s problems will become our own and our employees will wake up each day wanting to solve them. Through a culture of stewardship and calculated risk-taking, we hope to mentor, develop and ultimately transition ICR’s ownership and leadership from our earliest employees to our future generation of employees.

ICR is now hiring motivated Analysts & Engineers for positions in

Denver, CO | Cincinnati, OH | Monterey, CA | Chantilly, VA | Fulton, MD
Augusta, GA | San Antonio, TX | Tucson, AZ | Orlando, FL | Syracuse, NY
Louisville, CO

ICR has opportunities available for experienced and motivated Engineers and Scientists across the country. If you are interested in talking with us to find out more about these positions and how you can take your career to the next level, apply below today.

WhoWe Are

ICR was founded with the mission to be the first to identify and solve the Intelligence and Defense Communities’ toughest engineering and operational problems by establishing a true partnership with our Customers. Despite our advanced degrees and heavy R&D focus, it is our hands‑on experience and scars from the field that will enable us to create very practical and reliable solutions.

Our purpose at ICR is to establish an employee‑owned company where the best minds in their career field want to work. Our Customer’s problems will become our own and our employees will wake up each day wanting to solve them. Through a culture of stewardship and calculated risk‑taking, we hope to mentor, develop and ultimately transition ICR’s ownership and leadership from our earliest employees to our future generation of employees.

Employee Benefits

ICR is an employee‑owned company that is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of our employees and their families. In addition to the industry’s most competitive salaries, we offer each employee equity in their company, a generous retirement plan, company‑paid health care benefits and a flexible paid time off policy.

ICR funds a retirement account for every employee at an additional 25% of your base salary. These funds are deposited in a tax‑deferred account, with no vesting period, that allows you to decide on the investment strategy best for you.

ICR also funds an Individual Benefits Account (IBA) for every employee at an additional 25% of your base salary. These funds are available immediately and can be used to reimburse expenses such as health insurance, medical expenses, paid time off, elected training and an array of other qualified pre‑tax expenses.

Position:Senior Systems Engineer - Chantilly, VA

Location: Chantilly, VA

Job Id:679

# of Openings:1

Chantilly, VA

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis for this position.
Position Description:ICR is a rapidly growing employee‑owned company focused on solving the hardest problems for the US Government. Join our Sensor to Shooter application development team to create the next generation of technologies and systems to protect our nation.

As part of a small, innovative team, you will provide Systems Engineering leadership for a team of software developers to deliver Sensor to Shooter applications in support of customer‑funded programs to deliver deployed solutions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Establish and maintain relationships with Customers and stakeholders
• Work closely with customers and development teams to plan and develop features, deliverables, cost estimates, and development schedules for new projects
• Work with end users and the customer to understand current and future requirements for the program to include: wireframes, mockups, and conceptual designs
• Troubleshoot, reproduce, and triage software issues as they arise
• Development of mission use cases and test cases to support software development
• Development of scripts to aid in the troubleshooting and testing of software
• Development and maintenance of CDRLs
• Development and delivery of presentations for Customers and program stakeholders
• Development and maintenance of program documentation
• Work with the team on planning and strategy for new initiatives
• Work with the program to identify risks and opportunities across multiple projects
• Document and communicate highly technical concepts effectively to technical and non‑technical audiences in a clear and effective manner
• Collaborate with members of the program team as well as team members outside of the program to efficiently execute across programs

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
• Active Top Secret security clearance with SSBI and SCI eligibility (U.S. Citizenship required)
• Experience with Agile software development lifecycle and use of associated tools
• 10+ years of experience as a systems engineer supporting the development of software systems for Government programs
• Exceptional leadership, time management, organization, decision making, and verbal and written communication skills
• Exceptional analytical skills and problem‑solving skills
• High level of self‑initiative and self‑motivation with the ability to work under minimal supervision
• Ability to work effectively in small team settings to solve complex problems
• Proven track record of success supporting the Government and/or Prime Contractors to deliver operational systems

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong systems engineering and technical writing skills
• Experience building strategic plans, roadmaps, and future program plans
• Use of JIRA and Confluence for managing agile development for programs
• Experience working with a variety of customers across the DOD and IC

Salary Range: $150,000 - $230,000

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes company equity, retirement plan, company‑paid health care benefits, flexible paid time off policy, and opportunity for a raise and bonus during the year.

ICR, Inc. considers several factors when extending job offers, including but not limited to candidates’ key skills, relevant work and/or military experience, education, training, certifications and work location.

ICR is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.

If you share our ideals, we want to hear from you