Systems Enginer

TSTC; Washington; Remote; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Health coverage

Remote work options

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

TSTC is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to lead the design, development, integration, and sustainment of complex C4ISR and information warfare systems. The ideal candidate has deep technical experience, strong analytical skills, and a proven ability to guide multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Geospatial data workflows and mission applications are a focus. Applicants must have a Master’s degree, 10+ years of relevant engineering experience, and a TS clearance.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in engineering, CS, or related technical field.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant engineering experience with leadership.
• Experience with geospatial systems or related mission applications.
• Knowledge of requirements management tools, modeling approaches, and methodologies.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead systems engineering across the full development lifecycle.
• Develop architectures, interface specs, and docs for enterprise systems.
• Perform requirements decomposition and verification planning.
• Coordinate with software, hardware, cybersecurity, data, and PM teams.
• Lead performance assessments, trade studies, and risk management.
• Guide configuration management and change processes.
• Prepare technical reports and briefings for technical and executive audiences.
• Support field tests and demonstrations, including geospatial data workflows.

Skills

Geospatial experience

Systems engineering leadership

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in engineering/computer science

Tools

MS Office Suite

Requirements management tools

Modeling approaches

Job description

Who Are We?

TSTC is an award-winning, Woman Owned, HUBZone certified Small Business providing services to federal intelligence, law enforcement, civilian and defense agencies. Built upon our Total Service - Total Commitment® cornerstone, TSTC takes pride in our commitment to delivering excellence. Total Service - Total Commitment® is our commitment to our employees, to our teams, and to our clients.

What We’re Looking For:

TSTC is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to lead the design, development, integration, and sustainment of complex C4ISR and information warfare systems. The ideal candidate possesses deep technical experience, strong analytical skills, and a proven ability to guide multidisciplinary engineering teams. Experience working with geospatial systems is required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead systems engineering activities across the full development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, architecture development, integration, test, deployment, and sustainment.
• Develop, analyze, and maintain system architectures, interface specifications, and technical documentation for enterprise-level systems.
• Perform requirements decomposition, traceability, and verification planning in accordance with DoD and Navy systems engineering practices.
• Coordinate with software, hardware, cybersecurity, data, and program management teams to ensure cohesive technical solutions.
• Lead system performance assessments, trade studies, and risk management activities.
• Guide configuration management and engineering change processes.
• Prepare high‑quality technical reports, engineering plans, and briefings for both technical and executive‑level audiences.
• Support field tests, demonstrations, and operational assessments, including geospatial data workflows and mission applications.

TSTC is looking for candidates for this Key Personnel position that meet or exceed the stated requirements; are excited to join our team and willing to sign a binding letter of commitment; and can start 2 to 3 weeks after notification of contract award.

Basic Requirements

• Master’s degree in engineering, computer science, or a related technical field
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant engineering experience, with demonstrated systems engineering leadership
• Experience with geospatial systems, geospatial data standards, or related mission applications
• Knowledge of requirements management tools, modeling approaches, and systems engineering methodologies
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Skilled in MS office Suite
• Works independently, proactively identifies, and completes task
• Excellent verbal and written skill

Security Clearance and Where You’ll Work

• Applicants selected must be a U.S. Citizen and currently hold a Top Secret security clearance.
• This position is up to 90% CONUS & OCONUS travel!

$140,000 - $160,000 a year

The posted range is likely, however, is not a guarantee of compensation or salary.

Salary will be based on experience, geographic location, and contractual requirements and may fall outside of the posted range.

Benefits at TSTC

Competitive Salary & Bonuses – Includes personal and team merit bonuses, with salary matching for 401(k) up to 3%.

Comprehensive Health Coverage – Multiple medical, dental, and vision plans, plus HSA and FSA options. 100% TSTC-paid life and disability insurance, including short- and long-term plans.

Flexible Work Options – Remote work allowed, flexible schedules, and telework opportunities. (varies per position)

Paid Time Off & Holidays – Generous PTO and paid holidays.

Professional Development – Continuous performance evaluation process… Dedicated annual budget for educational opportunities.

Comprehensive Wellness Programs - confidential employee assistance program (EAP). Wellness Resource Group and wellness programs throughout the year.

All TSTC employees operate according to the terms of the specific contract under which they work. They are responsible for fulfilling the duties of the specific job and are accountable for complying with the terms and conditions of their employment, the TSTC Code of Conduct, and with applicable federal, state and local laws.

As TSTC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, we follow current Federal Discrimination Laws and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment. TSTC does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment due to race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, age, sex, disability, veteran status and liability for service in the U.S. Armed Forces or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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