Systems Engineer

TEKsystems; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account

Transportation benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

TEKsystems is seeking a Contract Systems Engineer in Huntsville, AL to drive end-to-end systems engineering for Precision Fires programs. You will manage requirements, including DOORS data, and collaborate within an Agile team using Azure DevOps for tracking.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree with extensive experience, active Interim Secret clearance with abil ity to obtain Secret, and is fully onsite in Huntsville. Salary is commensurate with experience and contract needs.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Bachelor’s degree and ten (10) years of relevant experience; Fifteen (15) years of additional experience can be considered in lieu of degree (per contract vehicle).

Responsibilities

• Execute end-to-end systems engineering activities for Precision Fires programs.
• Develop, analyze, and manage existing and new system requirements throughout the full software development lifecycle.
• Actively utilize IBM DOORS (9.7.x) to manage requirement data with traceability and export RVMs.
• Collaborate in an Agile environment, attending scrum meetings and using Azure DevOps for requirements tracking.
• Align system requirements with Software Safety, Test, and Cybersecurity.
• Author, review, and maintain accurate technical documentation and specifications.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Analysis

Agile

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree

15+ years experience in lieu of degree

Tools

IBM DOORS

DOORS 9.7x

Microsoft Azure DevOps

ADO

Job description

Description

Key Responsibilities:

Systems Engineering & Analysis: Execute end-to-end systems engineering activities for Precision Fires programs, applying critical thinking to resolve complex, system-of-systems engineering challenges.

Requirements Management: Develop, analyze, and manage existing and new system requirements throughout the full software development lifecycle.

Hands-On DOORS Administration: Actively utilize IBM DOORS (9.7.x) to manage requirement data independently. This includes establishing traceability links, creating objects within modules, and exporting Requirement Verification Matrices (RVMs) without reliance on a dedicated DOORS administrator.

Agile Collaboration: Work dynamically within an Agile environment, attending regular scrum meetings and leveraging Microsoft Azure DevOps (ADO) for requirement tracking and support.

Cross-Functional Integration: Assimilate and align system requirements with other critical functional areas, specifically Software Safety, Test, and Cybersecurity.

Technical Documentation: Author, review, and maintain accurate technical documentation and specifications.

Qualifications:

Lifecycle Expertise: Strong background supporting systems engineering across the complete software development lifecycle.

Domain Knowledge: A solid understanding of, or direct experience working with, systems engineering throughout the Army Acquisition Life Cycle is considered a very strong plus.

Tool Proficiency:

Demonstrated hands-on experience with IBM DOORS (9.7.x) for active data and requirement management.

Experience using Microsoft Azure DevOps (ADO) for requirements support is highly desired.

Interdisciplinary Analysis: Proven ability to analyze complex requirements and understand their cascading impacts on software testing, system safety, and cyber defense protocols.

Skills

IBM DOORS, DOORS 9.7x, Microsoft, DevOps, ADO

Top Skills Details

IBM DOORS,DOORS 9.7x,Microsoft,DevOps,ADO

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Education Requirements:

Must possess a Bachelors degree and ten (10) years’ relevant experience; Fifteen (15) years’ additional experience can be considered in lieu of degree (per contract vehicle).

Clearance Requirements:

Must possess an active Interim Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a Secret clearance to be considered; US Citizenship required.

Experience Level

Expert Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Huntsville, AL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $58.00 - $65.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Huntsville,AL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 7, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands‑on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.