Senior Systems Engineer Fort Meade, MD, US

CACI International Inc; Fort Meade (MD); Presencial; USD 132.000 - 290.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

CACI International Inc in Fort Meade, MD, is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to lead full lifecycle engineering of mission-critical DoD-grade systems. You will drive requirements, architecture, integration, verification, and sustainment while adhering to DoDAF, SOA, and security standards.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, risk management with EVM, and documentation such as SEPs, ICDs, and interface control documents.

Formación

• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
• Bachelor's degree in a technical field, or 5+ years substitution.
• 20+ years of Systems Engineering experience on large programs.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing system requirements.
• Knowledge of DoD processes, architectures, and security standards.

Responsabilidades

• Lead full lifecycle systems engineering activities across requirements, architecture, integration, verification, deployment, and sustainment.
• Develop and trace system requirements to operational needs and architectural frameworks (DoDAF/SOA).
• Create and maintain SE artifacts: SEPs, ICDs, interface docs, and system baselines.
• Coordinate IPTs, CCBs, and engineering forums; support risk management and trade studies.
• Develop test strategies, evaluation criteria, and acceptance methods for compliance.

Conocimientos

Systems engineering

Requirements management

DoDAF

MBSE

Risk management

Leadership

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or related field

Herramientas

EVM (Earned Value Management)

Modeling & simulation tools

Descripción del empleo

## Senior Systems EngineerFort Meade, MD, USApply NowUse AI to find out how well you match with this jobJob ID: 334562Job 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 a team responsible for designing and delivering mission-critical systems that support national security objectives. As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will lead complex engineering initiatives throughout the entire system lifecycle, from concept development and requirements definition through integration, testing, deployment, and sustainment.In this highly visible technical leadership role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative, secure, and scalable solutions while ensuring alignment with customer needs, enterprise architecture standards, and rigorous engineering processes. This position offers the opportunity to influence system design, drive technical strategy, and solve complex challenges in a dynamic environment.**Responsibilities:*** Lead systems engineering activities across the full lifecycle, including requirements analysis, architecture development, integration, verification, deployment, and sustainment.* Develop, manage, and trace system requirements to ensure alignment with operational needs and architectural frameworks, including DoDAF and Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA).* Create and maintain systems engineering documentation, including Systems Engineering Plans (SEPs), Requirements Specifications, Interface Control Documents (ICDs), and Initial Capabilities Documents (ICDs).* Design and evaluate system architectures, concepts, and technical solutions to meet performance, security, and mission requirements.* Allocate and validate system requirements across hardware, software, facilities, personnel, and operational processes.* Lead interface definition, system integration, and technical coordination activities across engineering teams and stakeholders.* Support and participate in Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), technical reviews, Configuration Control Boards (CCBs), and other engineering forums.* Develop verification and validation strategies, test plans, evaluation criteria, and acceptance methods to ensure compliance with requirements.* Conduct engineering analyses, trade studies, and modeling activities to evaluate performance, cost, risk, reliability, maintainability, and lifecycle impacts.* Identify, assess, and mitigate technical risks using industry-standard risk management methodologies, including Earned Value Management (EVM) principles.* Apply cybersecurity, Information Assurance (IA), and DoD standards throughout system design and implementation.* Support configuration management activities and maintain technical baseline integrity.* Contribute to certification, accreditation, and JCIDS-related activities and documentation.* Utilize modeling, simulation, prototyping, and analytical techniques to reduce development risk and optimize system performance.**Qualifications:****Required:*** Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.* Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Engineering Management, or a related technical discipline from an accredited college or university. + 5+ additional years of Systems Engineering experience may be substituted for the required bachelor's degree.* 20+ years of Systems Engineering experience supporting programs, projects, or contracts of similar scope, complexity, and mission impact.* Demonstrated experience planning, leading, and executing systems engineering efforts across multidisciplinary teams.* Experience developing and managing system requirements, architectures, and engineering documentation.* Strong knowledge of systems engineering principles, methodologies, and lifecycle processes.* Experience supporting DoD programs and applying DoD architectural, engineering, and security standards.**Desired:*** Experience working with DoDAF, SOA, JCIDS, and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies.* Experience leading large, complex system integration and modernization efforts.* Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, Information Assurance requirements, and DoD certification and accreditation processes.* Experience conducting trade studies, system performance analysis, reliability engineering, and risk management.* Familiarity with modeling, simulation, digital engineering, and prototyping techniques.* Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.* Proven ability to translate operational requirements into innovative, scalable, and sustainable technical solutions.This position is contingent on funding and may not be filled immediately. However, this position is representative of positions within CACI that are consistently available. Individuals who apply may also be considered for other positions at CACI.**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.*