Software Engineer, Senior - Secret

DCS Corporation; Bedford (MA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

DCS Corporation is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to support the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center/PEO Electronic Systems Directorate at Hanscom AFB, MA. This full-time hybrid role requires security clearance and DoD program experience.

The incumbent will contribute to requirements development, system design, integration, and program milestone activities, collaborating with cross‑functional teams across logistics, test, and cybersecurity to ensure mission success.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain Secret clearance.
• Bachelor's degree plus 8 years of DoD experience.
• Experience supporting DoD programs or similar defense environments.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering activities across all phases of the DoD acquisition lifecycle.
• Apply software engineering principles to design, develop, integrate, and sustain systems.
• Develop and review technical documentation and engineering reports.
• Support technical reviews and program milestone activities (SRR, PDR, CDR).
• Collaborate with program management, logistics, test, and cybersecurity teams to ensure integrated system performance.

Skills

Agile collaboration

Cross-functional teamwork

Excellent communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Jira

Confluence

ServiceNow

Cameo Enterprise Architect

AWS

Job description

DCS has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Systems Engineer providing support to the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center/PEO Electronic Systems Directorate (AFLCMC/ES). The Air Force Program Execution Office for PEO Electronic Systems (AFPEO/ES) has the collective Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) mission responsibility to manage and execute the modernization, development, testing, production, fielding, and sustainment of the PEO ES portfolio, which includes over 130 programs for the United States Air Force (USAF) and foreign allies. AFLCMC/PEO ES is headquartered at Hanscom Air Force Base, MA with geographically separated operating units CONUS and OCONUS.

This is a full-time Hybrid position located at Hanscom Air Force Base, MA.

*Position Contingent Upon Position Award*

Essential Job Functions

Duties include, but not limited to:

• Support engineering activities across all phases of the DoD acquisition lifecycle (Materiel Solution Analysis through Operations & Support)
• Apply software engineering principles to support system design, development, integration, and sustainment efforts
• Support requirements development, analysis, traceability, and verification for software and system-level capabilities
• Perform system design, integration, and technical analysis to ensure performance and mission effectiveness
• Develop and review technical documentation, including system specifications, interface control documents, and engineering reports
• Support technical reviews and program milestone activities (e.g., SRR, PDR, CDR)
• Collaborate with program management, logistics, test, and cybersecurity teams to ensure integrated system performance
• Analyze system performance and recommend improvements to enhance functionality, reliability, and maintainability
• Support risk identification, analysis, and mitigation planning for technical and program risks
• Provide technical input to acquisition documentation and program decision-making processes

Travel: 20%

*Position Contingent Upon Position Award*

Required Skills

Due to the sensitivity of the customer, U.S. citizenship is required.

Must have and be able to maintain a Secret clearance

Bachelor's degree plus 8 years of experience.

Desired Skills

Bachelor's degree, and minimum of 12 years of experience, including at least 5 years supporting DoD programs, OR 15 years of experience, including at least 8 years supporting DoD programs.

Technical Skills

• Expertise in Agile SAFe 6.0 methodologies, supporting iterative software development, program increment (PI) planning, and continuous delivery practices.
• Strong background in software engineering and system analysis, including requirements decomposition, technical solution development, and lifecycle management.
• Experience developing and maintaining software baselines, configuration management processes, and release management activities.
• Proven ability to support system architecture and requirements development, ensuring alignment with mission and program objectives.
• Hands-on experience with Python development for automation, data processing, software integration, and application development.
• Proficiency using engineering and collaboration tools including Jira, Confluence, ServiceNow, and Cameo Enterprise Architect.
• Familiarity with AWS cloud resources and environments, supporting secure, scalable, and reliable software solutions.

Interpersonal Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of conveying complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across cross‑functional, geographically dispersed, remote, and telework teams.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate with engineers, architects, program managers, and government stakeholders in a fast‑paced defense environment.
• Skilled at balancing priorities and supporting multiple programs simultaneously while maintaining quality and schedule commitments.
• Proactive problem solver with strong analytical thinking and the ability to identify risks, dependencies, and process improvements.
• Committed to software quality and continuous improvement through attention to detail, compliance, and mission‑focused execution.
• Adaptable and team‑oriented professional who thrives in Agile environments and promotes accountability, transparency, and knowledge sharing.

Pay Range and Benefits

There are a variety of factors that can influence salary at DCS Corp, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

Salary Range: $90,220 - $185,000

At DCS, we pride ourselves on providing flexibility that allows employees to balance meaningful work with their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for learning and development.

Our broad and competitive mix of benefits is designed to support and protect employees and their families. Our robust benefit offerings include medical, dental, 401k, ESOP, PTO, education reimbursement, work/life balance, parental and other leave programs.

Learn more about our benefits here: DCS Corp Benefits.