Technical Systems Engineer

BigBear.ai • Annapolis Junction, MD

17h • Hybrid

About The Position

Are you ready to engineer next-generation enterprise capabilities that have immediate mission impact? BigBear.ai, a leader in decision intelligence, is seeking a Technical Systems Engineer to join our team and help shape the future of enterprise systems. In this role, you’ll collaborate with a diverse team of technologists, working on cutting-edge systems that directly support national security. If you thrive in dynamic environments, enjoy solving complex challenges, and want to make a tangible difference, we want to hear from you! As a Technical Systems Engineer, you’ll play a critical role in designing and implementing enterprise systems that drive mission success. Your expertise will help shape technical architecture, facilitate Agile practices, and guide system development, making a real impact every day.

Requirements

• TS/SCI with Full Scope Poly (required).
• Bachelor’s degree in a qualified engineering field or related discipline from an accredited college or university
• 15+ years of systems engineering experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using Scaled Agile (SAFe), DoDAF and the Cameo architectural tool.

Responsibilities

• Review, revise, and create technical architecture documents to ensure system designs meet mission requirements.
• Collaborate with other technologists to determine system communication contracts and ensure seamless integration.
• Facilitate Engineering Review Board (ERB) sessions with NSA leadership, influencing key decisions and driving technical excellence.
• Prepare system engineering management plans, system integration plans, and test strategies to ensure smooth development and implementation.
• Work closely with government stakeholders to resolve complex technical challenges and provide expert guidance on system engineering considerations.
• Translate complex technical information into clear, actionable insights for program personnel, government overseers, and senior executives.
• Work with a larger team on two-week sprints, participate in daily standups, sprint planning, backlog grooming, demos, retrospectives, and Scrum of Scrums.

What This Job Offers

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