Systems Engineer - Mid

Jtec Consulting; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm in Fort Meade is seeking a mid-level System Engineer to provide system lifecycle support. Applicants must possess a current TS/SCI clearance with polygraph and have a background in engineering or related fields. Responsibilities include collaborating on complex technical systems, evaluating system performance, and maintaining technical documentation. The role requires strong analytical and communication skills within a dynamic environment, with competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 7 years related experience with a Bachelor's, or 5 years with a Master's, or 3 years with a PhD.
• Hands-on experience in supporting the systems engineering lifecycle.
• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Support design, development, integration, and maintenance for technical systems.
• Evaluate system performance and implement improvements.
• Create and maintain technical documentation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Technical skills

Effective communication

Self-driven

Education

Engineering or related technical discipline

Job description

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

Security Requirement: Current TS/SCI with Polygraph

Location Note: On-Site, Relocation support will be considered for candidates outside DC Metro commuting area

Position Description

JTEC Consulting is hiring a mid-level System 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.

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

• 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 year 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 Statement

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.