Systems Engineer - Senior- CLEARANCE and POLYGRAPH REQUIRED

Constellation Technologies, Inc•Columbia, MD

4d•$100,000 - $180,000

About The Position

Constellation Technologies is hiring a Senior Systems Engineer to support the Joint Cyber Warfare Architecture, Chief Architect, Technical Development Advisory (TDA), Operational Value Stream Leads (OVSLs), and related governance and systems engineering work. The role involves applying systems engineering principles to complex systems-of-systems architectures and enterprise-scale programs in Department of Defense and defense contracting environments. The position supports large organizations with complex technical, operational, and governance structures. Work includes developing governance frameworks, technical documentation, SOPs, MFRs, Architectural Decision Records, and systems engineering artifacts, as well as supporting enterprise collaboration and requirements management using Atlassian Confluence and Jira. The role also calls for knowledge of SAFe, Agile Release Trains, Program Increment Planning, DoD acquisition policies, systems engineering lifecycle processes, and the Adaptive Acquisition Framework. Due to federal contract requirements, applicants must be U.S. citizens with an active TS/SCI clearance and polygraph, including a current CI polygraph within the last seven years. The listed pay range is $100,000–$180,000 annually; compensation depends on factors including responsibilities, education, experience, skills, and market and internal considerations.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship.
Active TS/SCI security clearance with an active polygraph.
Current CI polygraph within the last seven years.
Fifteen years of experience with a bachelor's degree.
Experience supporting Department of Defense and defense contracting environments.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university.
Experience applying systems engineering principles to complex systems-of-systems architectures and enterprise-scale programs.
Experience supporting large organizations of 200–2,000 personnel with complex technical, operational, and governance structures.
Expert-level proficiency with Atlassian Confluence and Jira, including dashboard development, workflow automation, requirements management, and enterprise collaboration.
Deep understanding of SAFe, Agile Release Trains, and Program Increment Planning.
Experience developing governance frameworks, technical documentation, SOPs, MFRs, ADRs, and systems engineering artifacts.
Strong understanding of DoD acquisition policies, systems engineering lifecycle processes, and the Adaptive Acquisition Framework.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex technical concepts and recommendations to executives.
Experience with Mattermost and Confluence.

Nice To Haves

SAFe certification or formal SAFe training.
CISSP certification.

Responsibilities

Apply systems engineering principles to complex systems-of-systems architectures and enterprise-scale programs.
Support large organizations with complex technical, operational, and governance structures.
Develop governance frameworks, technical documentation, SOPs, MFRs, Architectural Decision Records, and systems engineering artifacts.
Use Confluence and Jira for dashboard development, workflow automation, requirements management, and enterprise collaboration.
Support Joint Cyber Warfare Architecture, the Chief Architect, Technical Development Advisory, and Operational Value Stream Leads.
Translate complex technical concepts into executive-level communications and recommendations.
Support USCYBERCOM, cyber mission programs, enterprise architecture initiatives, or large-scale modernization efforts.

Benefits

Affordable healthcare options with 80% of the premium paid by the employer, plus a company-funded HSA.
Comprehensive dental insurance.
Vision insurance with 80% of the premium paid by the employer.
Employer-paid life insurance.
Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.
Annual reimbursement for training, continued education, and professional memberships.
Access to Red Hat Enterprise Linux and AWS training and accreditation.
Annual reimbursement for technology such as phones, computers, and printers.
401(k) with company match up to 5%, with immediate 100% vesting after 90 days of employment.
Professional development investment and paid time off for training.
Team-building events throughout the year.
Leadership team engagement and mentorship.
Performance Recognition Program.
Complimentary branded apparel.
Referral bonus of up to $10,000 through the CTI External Referral Program.