Junior Systems Engineer

Visionist • Washington, DC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Visionist is seeking Junior Systems Engineers to join their team at the Naval Research Laboratory in Washington, DC, to enhance global ship tracking systems. The role involves leveraging state-of-the-art analytics, multi-INT fusion, and cutting-edge technologies to detect and disrupt illicit activities at sea. Visionist is a 100% employee-owned company with over 15 years of experience solving the Intelligence Community's toughest challenges. They embed small engineering teams with analysts to identify and solve mission capability gaps, playing a critical role in defending national cyber infrastructure and providing expertise in various security domains. The company fosters a supportive culture with opportunities for internal growth and promotion, and emphasizes team building through regular social events.

Requirements

• Active Top Secret (TS/SCI) clearance is required.
• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline.
• 3 years of experience in systems engineering
• Background in systems engineering for satellite, communications, or Multi-INT systems
• Experience in system design, integration, and performance evaluation
• Strong skills in concept development, mission planning, and systems analysis
• Proven ability to develop and flow down system requirements across subsystems
• Broad technical knowledge to ensure compatibility across system components
• Demonstrated leadership in driving innovative R&D initiatives
• U.S citizenship required (green card holders and permanent residents are not eligible).
• Applicants selected will be required to obtain / maintain a government security clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Additional higher education may substitute years of experience

Responsibilities

• Support system development, integration, and evaluation of satellite and communications systems, with a focus on Multi-INT data fusion
• Assess and demonstrate new system concepts and their effectiveness in meeting mission goals
• Plan, organize, and execute advanced system planning for assigned missions or programs
• Conduct ongoing analysis of current and future capabilities; define requirements and drive changes to meet long-term objectives
• Generate and recommend innovative concepts and technical approaches that deliver operational impact or breakthroughs
• Define system-level and subsystem-level requirements, ensuring overall system integrity and compatibility
• Provide leadership and direction for advanced R&D efforts to achieve next-gen capabilities

Benefits

• 100% employee-owned company
• Competitive 15% retirement contribution (5% 401K match & 10% ESOP)
• 4 weeks paid time off that is never “use or lose”
• 12 paid holidays
• Comp time
• Overtime
• Flexible work hours
• 80 hours of paid parental leave with an additional $8,000 supplemental payment upon returning from maternity
• Medical, dental, & vision benefits for both individuals and families
• Additional $4,160/year for those who waive medical benefits
• Annual lifestyle bonus of $600
• Annual merit increases
• Performance-based bonuses
• Term life insurance
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level