Systems Engineer Senior (GeoInt) - (TS/SCI)

North Point Technology; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent compensation

Flexibility in work-life balance

Supportive team atmosphere

Job summary

A leading defense technology firm is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to drive systems engineering for enterprise GEOINT capabilities. This role is critical for ensuring robust, secure cloud solutions that enhance the capabilities of mission partners and analysts. Applicants should have 8–12 years of related experience, an active Top Secret clearance, and strong leadership skills. Join a collaborative environment that values employee contributions and offers pathways for innovation and growth.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Proven success on complex government/defense programs.
• Deep knowledge across the full systems engineering lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Serve as senior technical lead for enterprise systems engineering.
• Develop and manage system requirements and design documentation.
• Mentor junior engineers and establish best practices.

Skills

Systems Engineering principles

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (8-12 years experience) or Master's (6-10 years experience)

Tools

Cameo

AWS

DoDAF/UAF

SysML

Job description

This job requires an active Top Secret / SCI clearance (with CI Polygraph eligibility). Please apply only if you currently hold an active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.

North Point Technology is hiring a Senior Systems Engineer to own, harden, and scale enterprise GEOINT capabilities for NGA’s Chinook modernization. You’ll drive end-to-end systems engineering, guide architecture and standards across the enterprise, and ship secure, cloud-ready solutions that accelerate analysts and mission partners worldwide.

Locations: Gaithersburg, MD (primary); Alexandria, VA; Chantilly, VA; Aurora, CO; St. Louis, MO; Tucson, AZ

Clearance: Top Secret with SCI eligibility; able to obtain Polygraph

Responsibilities

• Serve as senior technical lead and advisor on enterprise SE strategy, architectures, and processes.
• Develop and manage system requirements, design docs, ICDs, and verification strategies.
• Lead technical working groups, reviews, and decision boards with customers, partners, and contractors.
• Perform architectural assessments and trade studies for performance, risk, and compliance.
• Integrate emerging technology (cloud services, data analytics) into operational GEOINT workflows.
• Oversee adoption of MBSE practices and toolchains (e.g., Cameo).
• Mentor mid- and junior engineers; enforce best practices and standards across delivery.

Basic Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship (per contract).
• Bachelor’s in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with 8–12 years of experience; or Master’s with 6–10 years.
• Deep knowledge of SE principles, tools, and techniques across the full lifecycle.
• Proven success on large, complex government/defense programs (IC/DoD preferred).
• Familiarity with the customer’s mission, architecture, and data systems.
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams and driving technical execution.
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• INCOSE ESEP/CSEP, CISSP, Security+, or similar credentials.
• Hands-on experience in Agile/SAFe/DevSecOps environments.
• Experience on the customer’s programs.
• Proficiency with MBSE (Cameo), DoDAF/UAF, and SysML.
• Familiarity with AWS, C2S, or similar government cloud platforms.

North Point Technology is THE BEST place to work for curious-minded engineers motivated to support our country’s most crucial missions! We focus on long-term projects, leveraging the latest technology in support of innovative solutions to solve our customer’s most difficult problems.

At North Point Technology, EMPLOYEES come first! We value our employees by providing excellent compensation, benefits, and a flexible work-life balance. We strive for a close-knit and open atmosphere where the owners are always directly available to our team members.

Come join us! Apply with North Point Technology today!

For positions requiring a federal security clearance, your clearance level must be clearly identified on your résumé.