Systems Engineer - Entry Level

Jtec Consulting; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A Veteran-Owned Small Business in Fort Meade, MD, is seeking an Entry Level Systems Engineer to provide system lifecycle support. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline and a current TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph. Responsibilities include collaborating on design and development, ensuring reliable system operations, and creating technical documentation. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of hands-on experience supporting the systems engineering lifecycle.
• Current TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph is required.
• Self-driven and able to work independently in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate to support design, development, and maintenance of technical systems.
• Ensure reliable operation to meet organizational requirements.
• Create and maintain technical documentation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Technical skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related disciplines

Job description

Systems Engineer - Entry Level
Fort Meade, MD 20755

JTEC Consulting LLC focuses on successfully delivering solutions to meet our clients’ most critical needs. Our founding members have decades of experience delivering a wide range of solutions to Air Force and DOD clients. We are a Veteran‑Owned Small Business.

Security Requirement: Current TS/SCI with Polygraph
Location Note: On‑Site, Relocation support will be considered for candidates outside DC Metro commuting area

Position Type: Full Time W‑2 (no 1099 or Corp‑to‑Corp is available)

Position Description

JTEC Consulting is hiring a Systems Engineer at the entry level to provide system lifecycle support. Qualified candidates will have demonstrated analytical and technical skills to support a dynamic technical environment. Current U.S. government security access is required for consideration.

Contingency: Anticipated start date in June 2026 pending program funding and approval.

Duties and responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Work as part of a collaborative team supporting design, development, integration, and maintenance for complex technical systems.
• Ensure reliable operation to meet organizational requirements.
• Interact with cross‑functional teams to translate requirements into efficient and effective system solutions.
• Apply analytical skills for troubleshooting and issue resolution, and implement system improvements.
• Evaluate system performance.
• Create and maintain technical documentation.
• Coordinate with vendor partners, as required.
• Promote industry best practices to meet customer's requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements include (but are not limited to):

• Current TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or other technical discipline related to systems engineering such as computer science, physics, or math
• 0-1 year of hands‑on experience supporting the systems engineering lifecycle including:
  • Design and development
  • Testing
  • Production
  • Deployment and distribution
  • Operation
  • Maintenance and support
  • Decommissioning
• Effective written and verbal English communication skills to work in a collaborative environment with government and contractor teams
• Must be self‑driven and able to work independently in a dynamic environment that offers stretch growth opportunities for continuous learning and development

JTEC Consulting LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Salary: JTEC offers competitive compensation and benefits to all employees. Salary ranges are advertised based on good faith estimates at the time of posting and indicating pay that JTEC anticipates for successful applicants. The estimated salary range displayed in this posting is dependent upon position requirements, individual qualifications, education, experience, location, and other job related factors. Our recruiting team will review candidates' related experience and desired salary targets during the evaluation process. All qualified candidates will be considered.