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

FSA

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Leave

Holidays

Job summary

Envisioneering, Inc. seeks a skilled Systems Engineer to support the Office of Naval Research in managing and executing advanced Science and Technology portfolios.

You will bridge engineering and program management, providing technical assistance and system integration to help program officers develop, manage, and transition naval S&T initiatives. The role emphasizes connection to commercial innovation ecosystems, SBIR/STTR, VC-backed startups, and IRAD alignment with Navy priorities, requiring

Qualifications

• Top Secret Clearance and eligibility for SCI or ability to obtain TOP SECRET Clearance
• Experience supporting Navy/Marine Corps S&T programs (SETA or programmatic)
• 5+ years of active SETA or DoD S&T program support
• Background in space systems, satellites, or space-based sensors
• Understanding of SDLC and military R&D environments

Responsibilities

• Assist ONR Program Officers in developing S&T strategies, roadmaps, KCOs, and SOWs
• Track milestone schedules and evaluate performer performance
• Support systems integration, evaluations, and system optimization
• Analyze system requirements and transition pathways for space-based tech
• Engage with SBIR/STTR, VC-backed startups, and IRAD portfolios
• Identify commercial dual-use tech to accelerate naval programs
• Coordinate with military R&D, industry, academia, and warfare centers
• Develop and deliver high-impact briefings and technical presentations

Skills

Systems engineering

Program management

Technical assistance

Space systems

SDLC understanding

Education

PhD in mathematics/engineering/physics or related sciences

MS in mathematics/engineering/physics or related sciences

Bachelors in mathematics/engineering/physics or related sciences

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.