Sr. System Engineer to 200k - FS Poly

stanleyreid; Maryland; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanley Reid is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to support the Target Discovery & Tradecraft mission at Fort Meade, MD. You will translate requirements into actionable roadmaps, collaborate with mission stakeholders, and help operationalize new data streams to advance intelligence analysis.

The role requires a minimum of 9 years of systems engineering experience, a technical Bachelor's degree, and a strong grasp of Agile methodologies.

Qualifications

• Minimum 9 years of systems engineering experience.
• Bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent experience.
• Solid knowledge of Agile methodologies and project management.

Responsibilities

• Define and scope analytic tradecraft requirements with stakeholders.
• Help document goals, milestones, and dependencies for timely delivery.
• Support quarterly reviews and track project performance.
• Identify, model, and operationalize new data sources across missions.

Skills

Systems engineering

Agile

Data integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Job description

Who We Are

Stanley Reid is a specialized recruiting firm connecting top contractors with exciting IC/DoD opportunities. We're dedicated to a personalized, stress-free job search, matching your unique skills and goals with the perfect role.

About Our Client

Our client is a highly respected, veteran-founded government contractor specializing in mission-critical IT and cybersecurity solutions. They foster a purpose-driven culture focused on professional development and employee growth. Joining their team means entering a vibrant work environment that prioritizes rewarding careers and competitive compensation.

The Role

We are seeking a motivated Senior Systems Engineer to support an exciting Target Discovery & Tradecraft mission. In this role, you will work closely with mission stakeholders to capture requirements, assist with structured planning, and synthesize use cases. You will be responsible for translating complex requirements into actionable roadmaps and facilitating new data streams to support intelligence analysis and discovery.

Key Responsibilities

• Mission Focus: Collaborate with technical leadership across directorates to define and scope analytic tradecraft requirements.
• Project Strategy: Help define and document goals, milestones, and dependencies to ensure timely delivery of analytic capabilities.
• Performance Monitoring: Support leads with quarterly project reviews and ongoing performance tracking.
• Data Integration: Work across mission organizations to identify, prioritize, model, ingest, and operationalize new data sources.

What You'll Bring

• Experience: A minimum of 9 years of relevant systems engineering experience.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (or equivalent additional experience).
• Technical Knowledge: A strong understanding of Agile methodologies and other project management constructs.
• Desirable Skills: Prior knowledge of customer dataflows and data sources is highly preferred.

Clearance Requirements

TS/SCI with FS Polygraph is required. We are not able to upgrade clearances or accept CCAs. Please note, you must have the required clearance for consideration; under-clarified applicants will not receive a response.

Location

Fort Meade, MD