Technical Lead (Systems Engineer) - National Capital Region (NCR); Must have an active TS/SCI C[...]

Synertex LLC; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Synertex LLC in Bethesda, MD seeks a Technical Lead (Systems Engineer) to guide enterprise IT solutions, focusing on cloud and enterprise architecture for government initiatives. You will define, design, and implement scalable systems and lead key architecture decisions in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

The role requires senior leadership, collaboration with government stakeholders, and mentorship of engineers to ensure engineering standards, security, and resilience across the

Qualifications

• TS/SCI clearance with polygraph required, including additional security screenings.
• Experience leading systems engineering and enterprise architecture in complex environments.
• Ability to mentor junior engineers and collaborate with Government stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex systems architecture and engineering to define, architect, design, engineer, and implement enterprise‑wide IT systems and solutions across the technology stack.
• Develop design concepts consistent with Enterprise Architecture guidance and industry best practices to address new requirements and enhance performance.
• Provide technical expertise in creating, updating, maintaining, and visualizing architecture data.
• Serve as technical liaison with regard to system architecture focusing on performance, availability, redundancy, data protection, and information security.
• Collaborate with customers to evaluate mission drivers, identify challenges, define mitigation strategies, assess applications, develop transition plans, and develop business cases for Cloud and other initiatives.

Education

HS/GED + 10 years experience

Associate’s + 8 years experience

Bachelor’s + 6 years experience

Master’s + 4 years experience

PhD + 2 years experience

Job description

Technical Lead (Systems Engineer)

Location: Bethesda, MD | McLean, VA | Chantilly, VA

Full‑Time | On‑site | Position Contingent Upon Award

Join a mission that matters. We're seeking a skilled Technical Lead Systems Engineer to support critical government and intelligence initiatives by serving as a thought leader in cloud, enterprise architecture, and associated platforms. This role focuses on performing complex systems architecture and engineering to define, design, and implement enterprise wide IT solutions that support mission critical operations. If you excel at designing scalable enterprise systems, leading technical architecture decisions, and thrive in a fast paced, detail oriented, and mission driven environment, this opportunity is for you.

Position Overview

Provides senior technical leadership for systems engineering activities. Serves as technical authority for systems integration, architecture decisions, and engineering standards. Mentors Systems Engineers, ensures adherence to engineering processes, and interfaces with Government on technical matters.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex systems architecture and engineering to define, architect, design, engineer, and implement enterprise‑wide IT systems and solutions across the technology stack.
• Develop design concepts consistent with Enterprise Architecture guidance and industry best practices to address new requirements and enhance performance.
• Provide technical expertise in creating, updating, maintaining, and visualizing architecture data.
• Serve as technical liaison with regard to system architecture focusing on performance, availability, redundancy, data protection, and information security.
• Collaborate with customers to evaluate mission drivers, identify challenges, define mitigation strategies, assess applications, develop transition plans, and develop business cases for Cloud and other initiatives.

Requirements

TS/SCI clearance with polygraph required, including additional security screenings

Education and Experience Requirements

Entry Level

• HS/GED + 6 years experience
• Associate’s + 4 years experience
• Bachelor’s + 2 years experience
• Master’s degree (experience may be substituted as appropriate)

Journeyman Level

• HS/GED + 8 years experience
• Associate’s + 6 years experience
• Bachelor’s + 4 years experience
• Master’s + 2 years experience

Senior Level

• HS/GED + 10 years experience
• Associate’s + 8 years experience
• Bachelor’s + 6 years experience
• Master’s + 4 years experience
• PhD + 2 years experience

Expert / Master Level

• HS/GED + 12 years experience
• Associate’s + 10 years experience
• Bachelor’s + 8 years experience
• Master’s + 6 years experience
• PhD + 4 years experience

Join a mission-driven team advancing government communication capabilities and operational readiness. Apply today and become part of Synertex LLC's legacy of innovation, leadership, and excellence.