Space Systems Engineer

CACI•Sterling, VA

5h•Onsite

About The Position

CACI is seeking a skilled and motivated Systems Engineer to support a client in designing and implementing the next generation of space missions. The role combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution, translating evolving operational needs into scalable, maintainable, technically sound solutions. The engineer will apply experience in requirements gathering, implementation, and verification to contribute to discussions about complex end-to-end systems and enterprise architectures. This position supports sensitive national security programs and requires an active Top Secret/SCI clearance. Candidates with an active CI polygraph are strongly preferred; candidates with a Top Secret clearance who are eligible and willing to obtain a CI polygraph are encouraged to apply. The role is full-time and in-person at a secure office in Sterling, Virginia; Denver, Colorado; or Sarasota, Florida. Remote and hybrid work are not available. Travel may be required up to 10%.

Requirements

Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance and either an active CI polygraph or the ability and willingness to obtain one.
Bachelor’s degree in systems engineering, software engineering, or a technical field, or equivalent experience.
At least 5 years of experience in systems engineering, systems integration, solution architecture, or related technical disciplines.
At least 3 years of experience with mission management applications.
At least 3 years of experience supporting enterprise testing and/or enterprise system integration.
Strong understanding of systems engineering principles and the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
Experience integrating software applications, enterprise systems, APIs, databases, and distributed technologies.
Strong technical writing skills and experience producing architecture documentation (DoDAF), interface control documents (ICDs), system diagrams, procedures, and engineering artifacts.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to independently prioritize work, manage multiple efforts, and deliver high-quality solutions in dynamic environments.
Experience with Agile development and/or Scrum methodologies.
Experience using the Atlassian tool suite, including Jira and Confluence.
Availability to work full-time, in person, in a secure office in Sterling, VA; Denver, CO; or Sarasota, FL.

Nice To Haves

Experience with cloud platform providers such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), and associated cloud tools and services.
Familiarity with REST APIs, microservices, message queues, and distributed system architectures.
Knowledge of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), enterprise architecture, or digital engineering practices.
Experience designing or implementing automation that improves operational efficiency and reduces manual effort.
Active CI polygraph.

Responsibilities

Represent and advocate for product teams in technical engagement and solutioning with Government stakeholders and external development teams.
Produce technical documentation and architecture diagrams that communicate and record requirements and design changes.
Identify opportunities for automation, integration, and continuous improvement.
Participate in and support team readiness for system-to-system and enterprise test events led by cross-contract integrators.
Support program Product Managers in gathering requirements from technical engagement and decomposing them into tactical development tickets.
Support program leadership in reviewing and forecasting future roadmap initiatives.