Systems Engineer

GRVTY; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Robust health plan including medical, dental, and vision

401(k) with generous company match

Annual Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Training and Development Opportunities

Health Savings Account with company contribution

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Chantilly, VA, is seeking a Systems Engineer with a TS/SCI + Poly clearance. You will support customers by translating operational needs into technical requirements and developing mobile applications primarily in Android and iOS. Key qualifications include strong knowledge of Geospatial Information Systems and experience in software development. The position offers a competitive benefits package and a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience developing Windows and Linux application releases using the Electron framework.
• Experience working with customers to define functional requirements.
• Experience tracking development sprints using JIRA.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Sponsor program manager with operational support.
• Develop mobile applications with both Android and iOS.
• Translate operational needs into technical requirements.

Skills

Geospatial Information Systems (GIS)

Mobile app development (Android/iOS)

Software engineering and development

Communication skills

Iterative software development

Education

Active TS/SCI with Polygraph Clearance

Advanced degree in Software Engineering or similar

Tools

JIRA

Github

Gitlab

Electron framework

Amazon EC2

Amazon S3

Job description

GRVTY is a member of 100% of the winning teams for the largest technology program in the Intel Community. We've been supporting this customer on many different sub-projects of this program since our founding in 2013. We've grown on this effort by providing the customer with Engineers who have done exceptional work, and we've retained our staff by paying very strong salaries, and working hard to ensure each Engineer is doing work that aligns with their career interest.

What You’ll Be Owning

GRVTY is seeking a Systems Engineer with a TS/SCI + Poly clearance (applicable to this customer) to join one of our top projects in Chantilly, VA. Looking for an experienced applications developer who can hit the ground running with minimal spin up time. Mobile app development with Android is a must have. The Sponsor requires support to directly assist the Sponsor program manager with operational support, database support, collaboration with other operational teams, briefing customers, and development and execution of strategy for complex technical solutions that are widely used and relied upon. The work will be performed within a team environment. The Sponsor needs polished skills in concept development and execution while managing a moderate, fast‑paced workload. The Systems Engineer will work with customers to translate operational needs into technical requirements. They will track program progress, risks, issues, and dependencies. They will serve as a geospatial technology and mobile SME. The Systems Engineer will support technical meetings with vendors to communicate program and mission requirements and provide technical advice and direction based on practical knowledge of mobile phone hardware, mobile operating systems (Android/iOS), software (commercial, FOSS, and GOTS), and security mechanisms. They will interact with the Sponsor’s Enterprise teams to integrate Sponsor’s geospatial mission data within a common, enterprise web application, to include system administration, database administration, file, and access management functions using Amazon EC2, S3, and related services. They will develop mobile applications and be proficient with both Android and iOS app development.

What You Must Have

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph Clearance
• Strong knowledge of Geospatial Information Systems (GIS) applications and services
• Experience developing Windows and Linux application releases using the Electron framework
• Experience working with small teams to manage software development activities
• Experience working with customers to define functional requirements, concept of operations, and UI/UX design
• Experience managing iterative software development releases
• Experience tracking development sprints using JIRA
• Experience managing source code in Github and Gitlab
• Experience developing test plans
• Experience providing technical support and training to a broad client base
• Experience understanding emerging technical trends
• Experience in software engineering and development
• Experience supporting technical operations

What Would Be Nice to Have

• Demonstrated experience with strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Demonstrated experience documenting process and procedures
• Demonstrated experience with tool idea conceptualization and requirements design
• Experience working with Windows, UNIX, and Linux platforms
• Advanced degree in Software Engineering or similar

Why Choose GRVTY

The toughest national security challenges demand vision and ingenuity, not just resources. We deliver mission and technical expertise to outpace our adversaries. We’re purpose-built to tackle the most entrenched, systemic national security issues around the world.

We partner with our customers to help them overcome challenges in every corner of technology and defense—including the ones still being explored. Our growing capabilities create complementary advantages, giving on‑ground operations the edge they need to succeed. We muster everything we have to answer every challenge presented, every day of our lives.

At GRVTY, we believe that when our employees thrive, our company thrives. That’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well‑being, growth, and work‑life balance.

• Robust health plan including medical, dental, and vision
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• Annual Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Variety of Company Sponsored Events

EEO Statement

GRVTY is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Anyone requiring reasonable accommodations should email [e-mail] or call 703‑544‑7930 with requested details. A member of the HR team will respond to your request within 2 business days.