Systems Engineer

Markon

. Provide program management and SETA leadership across multiple concurrent AI/ML and data analytics projects .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeChantilly • Virginia • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $170,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in program management and SETA leadership for AI/ML and data analytics projects, with a strong focus on Agile methodologies, risk management, and stakeholder coordination. Proficient in developing strategic plans, technical documentation, and providing guidance on contract performance.

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Active TS/SCI ClearanceAgile MethodologiesAI/ML TechnologiesProgram ManagementTechnical Support to COTRs

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Hard Skills

AI/ML TechnologiesAgile MethodologiesSoftware Development Lifecycles (SDLC)Requirements GatheringRisk Analysis and MitigationData Analysis and VisualizationTechnical DocumentationProject Lifecycle ManagementDeep Learning ConceptsLarge Language Models (LLMs)

Soft Skills

Exceptional Communication SkillsAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsFacilitation SkillsOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

ConfluenceHIVEMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointTensorFlowPyTorchScikit-learnAWSGoogle CloudDocker

Certifications & Qualifications

PMPScrum MasterACP

Industry Keywords

SETA SupportGovernment ContractingFARCOTR ResponsibilitiesData AnalyticsETL ProcessesDevOpsCI/CDGitIntelligence Analysis Workflows

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCassandraCloudDockerETLKubernetesMongoDBNoSQLPMPPyTorchScikit-LearnSDLCTensorflowTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide program management and SETA leadership across multiple concurrent AI/ML and data analytics projects
Establish and manage project scope, metrics, roadmaps, schedules, and deliverables
Coordinate and facilitate Technical Exchange Meetings with government stakeholders, development teams, and vendors
Lead cross-divisional coordination and liaise between front-office leadership and technical teams
Document workflows, processes, and requirements and prioritize requirements using Agile methodologies
Maintain action-item tracking and follow-through across projects and stakeholders
Develop senior leadership briefings, strategic plans, CONOPS, A&A documentation, risk metrics, and program tracking systems
Create and maintain knowledge repositories using Confluence and HIVE, along with distribution lists
Coordinate vendor activities across multiple contracts, identify blockers, and maintain alignment with program objectives
Provide technical support and guidance to COTRs on contract performance and technical matters
Test and evaluate developing AI/ML platforms and capabilities
Support demonstrations, training sessions, and outreach activities
Analyze project data and establish user-feedback mechanisms
Identify project risks and develop and monitor mitigation strategies
Support meeting documentation using transcription and AI-assisted summarization tools
Monitor and close division administrative actions and process access requests and security documentation
Coordinate weekly division meetings, including action tracking and follow-up
Prepare division highlights for senior leadership reporting and front-office coordination
Provide direct support to Division leadership while maintaining awareness of AI/ML projects
Mentor junior personnel and interns

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active TS/SCI clearance with FS polygraph is required
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field
12+ years of relevant experience in engineering, program management, or SETA support
Proven ability to interface with senior government leadership and support high-impact decision-making
Strong experience with Agile methodologies and sprint-based development practices
Understanding of software and system development lifecycles (SDLC)
Experience with AI/ML technologies, including TensorFlow, PyTorch, and scikit-learn
Understanding of deep-learning concepts and architectures
Personal and professional experience utilizing Large Language Models (LLMs)
Experience integrating AI/ML models with larger systems
Experience supporting AI/ML project development, including UI/UX development, requirements capture, and full project lifecycle management
Experience documenting workflows and processes based on stakeholder requirements
Knowledge of requirements gathering, analysis, and prioritization methodologies
Knowledge of government contracting and acquisition processes, including FAR, OTA, COTR responsibilities, and contract management/administration
Experience providing technical support and guidance to COTRs
Experience analyzing project risks and developing and monitoring mitigation strategies
Experience supporting projects involving diverse stakeholders
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical, problem-solving, facilitation, coordination, and organizational skills
Ability to collect and analyze data and produce visualizations
Proficiency with Confluence, HIVE, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft PowerPoint
Experience developing technical presentations and briefings, CONOPS, and Assessment and Authorization (A&A) documentation
Desired: experience with AWS and Google Cloud
Desired: experience with Docker and Kubernetes
Desired: knowledge of DevOps, CI/CD, Git, and DevSecOps
Desired: proficiency with SharePoint and Microsoft Project
Desired: familiarity with data analytics platforms, enterprise data architectures, and ETL processes
Desired: experience with distributed computing frameworks and NoSQL databases such as MongoDB and Cassandra
Desired: experience managing SETA support for software development efforts
Desired: familiarity with intelligence analysis workflows and targeting tools
Desired: experience coordinating multiple concurrent vendor contracts
Desired: experience mentoring and developing interns
Desired: project/program management certifications or training such as PMP, Scrum Master, or ACP

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
401(k) match
Flexible Spending Accounts
EAP
Training and Tuition Assistance
Paid Time Off
Holidays
Professional growth and development opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer