Systems Engineer

NextGen Federal Systems • Washington, DC

19d • Onsite

About The Position

NextGen Federal Systems is seeking a Systems Engineer to work with us supporting our DHS customer in Washington, DC. The Systems Engineer supports the Tethered Aerostat Radar System (TARS) Program through the development, integration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of complex systems. This role is responsible for ensuring system functionality, reliability, and performance across mission-critical domains. The Systems Engineer collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to assess technical needs and provide scalable, sustainable engineering solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in systems engineering, computer engineering, electrical engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Significant systems engineering experience in government or defense-related environment required, in lieu of degree. (2 years)
• A minimum of 4 years of experience in the following:
• Familiarity with DoW or DHS technical environments, systems lifecycle processes, and configuration management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint.
• Positive adjudication from a CBP Background Investigation.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with simulation systems, radar systems, or ISR platforms preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the design, integration, and implementation of TARS systems architecture and components.
• Conduct systems-level analyses and participates in requirements gathering, definition, and traceability.
• Assist in the configuration, testing, and validation of software and hardware systems.
• Troubleshoot system issues and coordinate resolution efforts with technical teams and vendors.
• Maintain technical documentation including interface control documents, system diagrams, and configuration records.
• Provide engineering input for lifecycle management, upgrades, and system sustainment planning.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across engineering, logistics, and operations functions to optimize system effectiveness.

Benefits

• Treat employees with fairness and respect regardless of their position, sexual identity, race, or tenure.
• Communicate the importance of our mission and our employees’ contributions to it, ensuring they understand how their job role contributes to the greater good.
• Openly promote and communicate our ideas for change and adaptability.
• Strive to achieve results as an organization.
• Hold employees accountable to their commitments and provide incentives that encourage positive and productive behaviors.
• Value the talents and contributions of our employees as the key factor for our success.
• Create an environment where people can engage at all levels.
• Encourage people to take risks and allow them to make mistakes.

What This Job Offers

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