Systems Engineer - Mid

JTEC Consulting LLC; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in Fort Meade, MD is seeking a Mid-level Systems Engineer to provide lifecycle support for their systems. Candidates should possess a relevant engineering degree and have experience in the systems engineering lifecycle, coupled with analytical skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams. A valid TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph is required, along with strong communication skills and a commitment to independent work in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 7 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree, or 5 years with a Master's, or 3 years with a PhD.
• Hands-on experience in design and development, testing, deployment, and maintenance.
• Current TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on design, development, integration, and maintenance for complex systems.
• Ensure reliable system operations to meet requirements.
• Document technical processes and coordinate with vendor partners.

Skills

Systems engineering lifecycle support

Analytical skills

Technical documentation

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in an engineering or technical discipline

Job description

Systems Engineer - Mid (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 available)

Position Description

JTEC Consulting is hiring a mid‑level Systems Engineer 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

• 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

• U.S. citizenship; no dual citizenship
• Current TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph
• Education: Engineering or other technical discipline related to systems engineering such as computer science, physics, or math
• Experience:
  • Bachelor's with 7 years of related experience OR Master's with 5 years of related experience OR PhD with 3 years of related experience
  • 3-7 years 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.