Systems Engineering Support Principal

Odyssey Systems Consulting Group; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 180,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Odyssey Systems Consulting Group seeks a Systems Engineering Support Principal to provide senior-level SE and enterprise IT network support within AFLCMC/HNJ at Hanscom AFB, Bedford, MA. You will lead complex, heterogeneous environments, craft roadmaps, and advise DoD stakeholders in acquisition lifecycles.

The role requires a Top Secret/SCI eligible candidate with extensive DoD experience and strong communication skills to brief senior leadership and drive mission success.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship and Top Secret clearance with SCI and SAP eligibility.
• Master's degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or equivalent.
• 18+ years of relevant FGPA experience.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with SAP/SAR access preferred.
• PhD in a technical or engineering discipline is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Craft, develop, implement, and execute systems engineering practices and deliver technical products.
• Manage and trace functional and non-functional requirements, test cases, and architecture components.
• Articulate issues, risks, and recommendations to senior government leadership.
• Improve systems engineering processes to enhance mission effectiveness.
• Develop enterprise-level roadmaps and assess system feasibility.
• Present detailed technical recommendations to senior management.
• Demonstrate senior-level SE across large projects and acquisition programs.
• Support integration of system-level solutions within Agile, hybrid frameworks.

Skills

Systems engineering

Roadmapping

DoD acquisition

Agile

Technical leadership

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science or Systems Engineering

PhD in a technical discipline (preferred)

Tools

SEAM

CMMI

TDL

MOSA

Open Architectures

Job description

Position Summary

Odyssey Systems has an exciting opportunity for a Systems Engineering Support Principal to provide senior-level systems engineering and enterprise IT network support within the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center's Special Programs Division (AFLCMC/HNJ), Communications and Networks Directorate located at Hanscom Air Force Base, Bedford, MA.

The HNJ Division provides sensitive command, control, communications, intelligence, and networks (C3I&N) and battle management (BM) capabilities across a broad range of mission areas. The Division supports Air Force Special Access Programs (SAPs), other Department of Defense (DoD) units, and national-level agencies that require rapid fielding of advanced capabilities to counter emerging cyber and operational threats to U.S. national security.

This position requires an accomplished systems engineering professional with deep experience managing complex, heterogeneous systems environments, developing technical roadmaps, and advising senior government stakeholders.

Location and Compensation

Job Locations: US-MA-Hanscom AFB (Hanscom AFB, Bedford, MA)

Type: Full Time

Biweekly Hours: 80

Salary: USD $180,000.00/Yr. – USD $190,000.00/Yr.

ID: 2026-9283

Category: Engineering

Location : Name: Hanscom AFB

Responsibilities

In this Advisory and Assistance Services (A&A) role, you will provide expert-level support to Department of Defense (DoD) programs by assisting government leadership with decision-making, planning, and execution throughout the acquisition lifecycle. You will apply your technical and/or professional expertise to ensure compliance with applicable policies and regulations, contribute to mission success, and help deliver critical capabilities to the warfighter.

Duties include, but not limited to:

• Craft, develop, implement, and execute innovative systems engineering practices, processes, and deliver exceptional technical products.
• Manage, analyze, and trace functional and non-functional system requirements, test cases, and architecture components.
• Accurately articulate technical issues, risks, and recommendations to government leadership.
• Recommend and implement improvements to systems engineering processes to enhance mission effectiveness.
• Perform data analysis and translate strategic business objectives into long-term technical roadmaps.
• Review the feasibility of new and existing project requirements for alignment with program goals.
• Develop and present detailed technical presentations and recommendations to senior management.
• Demonstrate advanced competency in systems engineering across multiple large-scale projects and acquisition programs.
• Support integration of system-level solutions within Agile, iterative, and hybrid acquisition frameworks.

Qualifications

Citizenship: Must be a US citizen

Clearance: Must have and be able to maintain a Top Secret clearance with SCI and SAP eligibility

Education: Master's Degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or equivalent technical discipline

Years of Experience: 18+ years of relevant FGPA experience.

Certifications: N/A

Preferred Qualifications

Clearance: Active TS/SCI clearance with current SAP/SAR access

Education: PhD in a technical or engineering discipline

Years of Experience: 20+ years supporting DoD or Intelligence Community acquisition programs

Certifications: INCOSE CSEP or equivalent systems engineering certification preferred

Technical Skills

• Comprehensive knowledge of SEAM (Systems Engineering Assessment Model) and Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI) best practices
• Strong understanding of DoD acquisition processes and lifecycle management from either a government or prime contractor perspective
• Experience applying Agile acquisition principles in engineering and technical environments
• Familiarity with Information Technology Acquisition and Cyber Operations
• Experience with Tactical Data Links (TDL), Open Architectures, and Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA)
• Demonstrated ability to develop enterprise-level technical roadmaps and conduct system feasibility assessments

Interpersonal Skills

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to brief senior leadership
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
• Effective leadership in cross-functional and classified environments
• Ability to manage competing priorities while ensuring mission objectives are met

Additional Information

Location: Hanscom AFB, Bedford, MA

Travel: May be required at the customer's discretion

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Company Overview

Odyssey is a world-class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey meets the military's operational needs by integrating layered defense systems from equipment, technology, and services to data, information, and business operations. We streamline defense acquisition and sustainment, engineering the technical battlefield with domain-specific proficiency to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution, peak organizational performance, and fostering a workplace built on employee care.

Odyssey is proud to live out our core values of commitment, ambition, and respect in our work and communities through OdysseyCares, a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations, an employer match program, and volunteering events.

Please note: Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities