Senior Systems Engineer - TS/SCI

Xcelerate Solutions
Bethesda, MD
Job Description
Role Overview

The selected individual will work closely with the Lead Systems Engineer, Release Train Engineer, and government leads to decompose high priority requirements from the product roadmap into valuable delivered solutions, executing on requirements analysis, design, system integration, and system testing.

What You Will Do

Manage, direct, coordinate, and provide technical direction for all aspects of the team’s development efforts. Plan, design, and oversee implementation of software development solutions. Provide technical support, coordination, and execution of systems engineering activities such as feature/requirements analysis, design, implementation planning, integration and test, sustainment, documentation, deployment, and system assessment.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The selected individual will have the opportunity to have impact as part of a mission-focused, solutions-oriented, and adaptive team that values innovation, collaboration, and professional development.

Requirements

  • BS in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related field
  • 12 – 15 years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 10 – 13 years of prior relevant experience
  • Active Top Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI with Polygraph
  • Software development experience in languages such as Java or Python
  • Experience as a Systems Engineer, Product Owner, or a similar role in an Agile software development team
  • Experience with requirements and design documentation, including process flow diagrams
  • Demonstrated ability to break down complex problems into actionable steps
  • Experience managing and prioritizing product backlogs effectively
  • Strong understanding of Agile methodologies, and experience with tools like Gitlab, Jira, and Confluence
  • Experience with facilitating scrum for the team (Planning, Retrospective, Grooming & Review/Demo)
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) to articulate technical and non-technical concepts to diverse audiences
  • Proven ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, design, and project management teams
  • Demonstrated ability to manage expectations and maintain strong relationships with government and contractor stakeholders

Benefits

  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Pay Transparency Notice
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