Senior Systems Engineer

Markon • Chantilly, VA

1d • $155,000 - $185,000

About The Position

Markon is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to support an Intelligence Community client in Chantilly, Virginia. The position provides systems engineering and programmatic support to mission-critical, high-visibility programs throughout the full systems development lifecycle. The engineer applies INCOSE principles and methodologies to support requirements development, system architecture, integration, verification, validation, and technical program execution.

The role includes supporting engineering activities from concept development and requirements definition through deployment and sustainment; developing and managing requirements; contributing to system architecture and technical assessments; coordinating integration and verification activities; and maintaining engineering documentation and technical baselines. The engineer also supports program planning and execution, technical reviews, risk assessment, change control, and communication with Sponsor stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams.

The role requires an active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph, a bachelor's degree in a technical discipline, and at least five years of senior-level systems development experience across the INCOSE lifecycle within the Sponsor organization. Markon lists a salary range of USD $155,000 to $185,000 per year. Compensation is not guaranteed and may depend on factors including responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, and market data.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph (FSP).
• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline such as Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of demonstrated senior-level experience supporting systems development activities across the INCOSE systems engineering lifecycle within the Sponsor organization.
• Experience providing programmatic support to systems development efforts and high-profile programs within the Sponsor environment.
• Working knowledge of systems engineering principles, including requirements analysis, architecture development, system integration, verification, and validation.
• Experience developing or maintaining systems engineering documentation, technical requirements, and lifecycle artifacts.
• Understanding of technical program management processes, including planning, risk management, milestone tracking, and coordination of engineering activities.
• Ability to evaluate technical requirements, identify engineering challenges, and develop practical recommendations supporting mission objectives.
• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams, program managers, and government stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate complex engineering concepts effectively to technical and nontechnical audiences.

Nice To Haves

• At least 7 years of relevant experience supporting systems engineering, systems development, or technical program execution within the Intelligence Community.
• Extensive experience supporting Sponsor-specific systems engineering processes, technical reviews, and high-visibility programs.
• Familiarity with INCOSE Systems Engineering Handbook methodologies and established systems engineering best practices.
• Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies and tools such as Cameo, MagicDraw, or IBM Engineering Systems Design Rhapsody.
• Experience using requirements management and traceability tools such as IBM DOORS, Jama Connect, or similar platforms.
• Experience conducting technical trade studies, system architecture assessments, and engineering risk analyses.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies, DevSecOps practices, or hybrid systems engineering frameworks.
• Experience supporting technical program planning, schedule management, performance assessments, and engineering milestone reviews.
• Professional certifications such as INCOSE ASEP/CSEP/ESEP or Project Management Professional (PMP).
• Experience developing technical briefings, engineering decision packages, and executive-level program documentation.

Responsibilities

• Support systems engineering activities across the full INCOSE systems lifecycle, from concept development and requirements definition through integration, verification, validation, deployment, and sustainment.
• Apply established systems engineering methodologies, processes, and best practices to support mission-critical capabilities.
• Develop, analyze, document, and manage system requirements aligned with Sponsor mission objectives and operational needs.
• Support system architecture development, technical assessments, and engineering trade studies to evaluate alternatives and recommend technical approaches.
• Provide programmatic and technical support to high-visibility Sponsor programs, including planning, execution, coordination, and performance monitoring.
• Develop and maintain systems engineering documentation, including requirements specifications, interface documentation, technical baselines, and lifecycle artifacts.
• Coordinate system integration, verification, and validation activities to ensure solutions meet technical, operational, and performance requirements.
• Conduct technical risk assessments, gap analyses, and feasibility studies, and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with Sponsor stakeholders, program managers, engineers, developers, and mission personnel to translate operational needs into technical requirements.
• Support technical reviews, milestone assessments, design reviews, and program status briefings throughout the systems development lifecycle.
• Monitor program progress, engineering deliverables, and technical dependencies to support program objectives.
• Apply configuration management, change control, and requirements traceability practices to maintain consistent system baselines and engineering documentation.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and engineering solutions for opportunities to improve system performance, interoperability, and mission effectiveness.
• Communicate technical concepts, engineering recommendations, and program risks to technical and nontechnical stakeholders.
• Support continuous improvement of systems engineering processes, standards, and program execution practices within the Sponsor environment.

What This Job Offers

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