Systems Engineer (Space S&T)

Envisioneering Inc; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Medical/Dental/Vision

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid leave

Holidays

Job summary

Envisioneering, Inc. seeks an energetic Systems Engineer to support the Office of Naval Research (ONR) in managing and advancing its Science and Technology portfolio.

You will provide technical assistance, systems engineering, and programmatic support to help ONR Program Officers develop, manage, and transition priority Naval Space S&T initiatives. You will connect commercial ecosystems—SBIR/STTR, VC-backed startups, and IRADs—to Navy priorities, track milestones, evaluate performers, and

Qualifications

• PhD with 4+ years in math/engineering/physics or MS with 6+ years in related sciences.
• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist ONR program officers in developing S&T strategies and roadmaps.
• Draft KCOs and SOWs and manage technical portfolios.
• Track milestone schedules and evaluate performer performance.
• Support systems integration, evaluations, and system optimization.
• Analyze requirements and transition pathways for space tech.
• Engage SBIR/STTR, VC-backed startups, and IRAD portfolios.
• Coordinate with military R&D, industry, academia, and warfare centers.
• Deliver high-impact briefings and technical presentations.

Skills

Top Secret Clearance

SETA support

Navy S&T programs

Space systems

SDLC familiarity

Military R&D environments

Agile project mgmt

Naval/Joint service systems

Education

PhD in math/engineering/physics

MS in math/engineering/physics

BS in math/engineering/physics

Job description

Envisioneering, Inc. is seeking an energetic, Systems Engineer to support the Office of Naval Research (ONR) in managing and executing its cutting-edge Science and Technology portfolio. This individual will help bridge the gap between advanced engineering and strategic program management. You will provide technical assistance, systems engineering, and programmatic support to help ONR Program Officers develop, manage, and transition priority Naval Space Science & Technology (S&T) portfolios. Additionally, you will play a key role in connecting commercial innovation ecosystems—such as small businesses, venture capital (VC), and Independent Research and Development (IRAD) initiatives to Navy mission priorities.

• Assist ONR Program Officers in developing S&T strategies and long-horizon roadmaps, drafting Key Capability Objectives (KCOs) and Statements of Work (SOW), and managing technical portfolios.
• Track milestone schedules, evaluate technical performer performance, and coordinate program execution reviews.
• Support systems integration, technical evaluations, and system optimization tasks to resolve emergent naval capability gaps.
• Analyze system requirements and transition pathways for space-based technologies.
• Monitor and engage with external ecosystems, including Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR/STTR), VC-backed startups, and industry IRAD portfolios.
• Identify commercial dual-use technologies that can be accelerated into naval programs.
• Coordinate interactions and build collaborative networks across military R&D organizations, industry partners, academia, and warfare centers.
• Develop and deliver high-impact briefings, white papers, and technical presentations tailored for leadership.

MINIMUM SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current TOP SECRET Clearance and eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Intelligence (SCI) or the ability to obtain a TOP SECRET Clearance and eligibility for access to SCI.
• Recent experience providing Systems Engineering, Technical Assistance, and programmatic support of Navy and Marine Corps S&T programs.
• At least 5 years of active experience providing systems engineering and technical assistance (SETA) or programmatic support to DoD R&D or S&T initiatives.
• Technical experience or background in space systems, satellites, or space-based sensors.
• Understanding of the systems development lifecycle (SDLC), military R&D environments, and technology transition pathways.

ADDITIONAL DESIRED SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with commercial industry, venture-backed defense startups, Venture Capital (VC) sourcing, or technology scouting.
• Experience leveraging SBIR/STTR programs to transition commercial technology to defense applications.
• Experience tracking or aligning corporate Independent Research and Development (IRAD) programs with military requirements.
• Knowledge of modern business processes, agile project management, or collaborative toolsets to optimize program office workflows.
• Prior experience with naval or joint service systems, workflows, doctrine, and Tactics, Techniques and Procedures (TTPs).

EDUCATION:

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from an accredited college or university in mathematics, engineering, physics, or related sciences plus 4 years of relevant work experience, or a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in mathematics, engineering, physics, or related sciences plus 6 years of relevant work experience, or a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in mathematics, engineering, physics, or related sciences plus 8 years of relevant work experience.

SALARY RANGE:

$140,000 - $175,000

BENEFITS:

Envisioneering, Inc. offers a stable work environment, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package effective date of hire; including 401k, Medical/Dental/Vision, FSA, Short Term, Long Term, AD&D and Life insurance, (employer paid), voluntary life, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Leave, Holidays and much more.

AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT

You must pass a drug and pre-employment screening. U.S. Citizenship Required. *A Department of Defense (DoD) Top Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required. Please confirm in your cover letter or resume.