Systems Engineer

CACI International Inc; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 79,400 - 162,700; Full time

Job summary

CACI International Inc is seeking a motivated Systems Engineer in Springfield, Virginia. This role involves coordinating software deliveries and managing operational continuity in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have an active TS/SCI with polygraph clearance, a bachelor's degree, and relevant mission operations experience. The position offers a salary range of $79,400 to $162,700. Join a recognized organization known for its commitment to employee well-being and mission success.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with polygraph clearance required.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in mission operations.
• Strong understanding of IT fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate developer activities to minimize mission impact.
• Develop monthly program management review content.
• Support real-time operations by fielding anomaly calls.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Troubleshooting abilities

Time management skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

Excel macros - VBA

Job description

Job Title: Systems Engineer

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: None

The Opportunity

CACI is seeking a motivated and mission-focused Systems Engineer to join our growing team in Springfield, Virginia. In a dynamic environment with evolving customer needs and operational priorities, success in this role requires adaptability, strong communication skills, and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.

CACI has been recognized as a Best Place to Work by The Washington Post, and our leadership continues to earn industry recognition through repeated Wash100 awards. We offer flexible benefits that support a healthy work-life balance.

• Support mission-critical operations across two geographically separated locations, delivering specialized communications to users worldwide
• Collaborate daily with Tier 1 operators, Tier 2 maintainers, customers, and mission partners in a fast-paced operational environment
• Serve as a primary point of contact for software deliveries, coordinating across multiple development teams and mission stakeholders
• Lead scheduling and deconfliction of mission-impacting activities to maintain operational continuity
• Drive improvements in engineering rigor and operational efficiency by identifying and implementing process enhancements

Responsibilities

• Review, schedule, and coordinate developer activities on operational systems to minimize mission impact
• Brief decision-makers on system readiness for software deliveries ahead of key milestones
• Develop and present monthly Program Management Review (PMR) content, highlighting accomplishments, progress, and risks
• Provide weekly status reports and summaries to customer stakeholders
• Review technical documentation and coordinate feedback to developers in support of recurring software releases
• Track, prioritize, and manage system issues and enhancement requests to ensure timely resolution
• Produce weekly, monthly, and ad hoc system performance analysis reports; identify trends and recommend improvements
• Support real-time operations by fielding after-hours anomaly calls, troubleshooting with operators, and escalating issues as needed
• Author, review, and publish operational and engineering guidance for internal teams and mission partners
• Collaborate with cross-site teams to improve system performance, reliability, and mission execution

Qualifications

Required:

• Active TS/SCI with polygraph clearance (eligibility for higher-level polygraph preferred)
• Demonstrated experience in a mission operations environment with an understanding of high-tempo operational demands
• Familiarity with NRO System Integration Standards (NSIS), including milestones, documentation, and review processes
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple concurrent software deliveries
• Excellent communication, coordination, and troubleshooting abilities
• Experience with configuration management and change management processes
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 3+ years of relevant experience (or equivalent experience supporting NRO missions)
• Solid understanding of IT fundamentals, including hardware, software, networking, databases, and virtualized environments
• Experience briefing customer leadership on system readiness and program status
• Self-starter with a strong desire to learn, improve, and contribute to mission success

Desired:

• Experience developing or maintaining Excel macros (e.g., Visual Basic for Applications - VBA)
• Familiarity with NRO and NGA ground and space systems
• Experience in system integration, software fielding, or operational test and evaluation environments

Pay Range

Proposed Salary Range: $79,400 - $162,700

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.