Senior Systems Engineer: Requirements & Governance

Arcfield

Chantilly (VA)

On-site

USD 135,000 - 235,000

Full time

45 hours ago

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Job summary

Arcfield is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to provide expert SETA support within the Ground Enterprise Directorate in Chantilly, VA. The role anchors enterprise requirements, RFC evaluation, and governance across a system-of-systems environment.

Ideal candidates will lead technical discussions, translate complex impacts for government leaders, and mentor junior engineers in governance best practices while ensuring rigorous baselining and issue resolution.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software/Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field with 10–12 years of experience; or Master’s with 8–10 years; PhD with 5–7 years or equivalent.
Extensive background in complex, highly integrated systems or system-of-systems environments.
Proven track record in requirements development, traceability, and RFC/configuration management.
Experience facilitating technical reviews, ERBs/CCBs, and governance.

Responsibilities

Drive enterprise and system-level requirements lifecycle management with rigorous traceability.
Lead RFC evaluation, architecture alignment, interface dependencies, and risk assessment.
Facilitate Engineering Review Boards and ensure thorough analysis and documentation.
Identify cross-system impacts and advise on changes to protect mission capabilities.
Coordinate cross-functional assessments and de-conflict conflicting requirements.
Develop executive briefs and mentor engineers on governance best practices.