Systems Engineer

Millennium

. Coordinate systems engineering activities across the system lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, development, integration, verification, validation, testing, and production deployment .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $145,000 - $155,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in systems engineering activities, including requirements analysis, design, integration, and testing, while ensuring compliance with technical and performance objectives. Proficient in developing and maintaining technical documentation and specifications, with a strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and government contracting environments.

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Systems Engineering ActivitiesTechnical Requirements DevelopmentConfiguration ManagementCybersecurity PrinciplesGovernment Contracting Experience

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Hard Skills

Requirements AnalysisSystem DesignSystem IntegrationTechnical DocumentationFunctional AnalysisVerification and ValidationTechnical Trade StudiesEngineering AnalysisLogistical RequirementsPerformance Evaluation

Soft Skills

Technical LeadershipCommunication SkillsAnalytical ThinkingProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

SaaS PlatformsSoftware CredentialingZero Trust Architecture

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Secret Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Department of DefenseFederal GovernmentMilitary ExperienceSystems Lifecycle ProcessesTechnical Baselines

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate systems engineering activities across the system lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, development, integration, verification, validation, testing, and production deployment
Oversee system transitions into production, ensuring technical requirements and performance objectives are met
Develop, analyze, and maintain system specifications, technical requirements, logistical requirements, and supporting engineering documentation
Translate customer and operational requirements into system-level solutions while accounting for technical, schedule, cost, and performance constraints
Perform functional analysis, requirements allocation, interface definition, timeline analysis, and technical trade studies
Support system integration, verification and validation, and formal testing
Manage and document system configurations, changes, and technical baselines throughout the system lifecycle
Evaluate hardware and software compatibility, system performance, supportability, and operational effectiveness
Conduct technical risk, cost, and supportability analyses
Develop and maintain programmatic and technical documentation for planning, execution, integration, and sustainment
Perform engineering analyses across concept development, design, fabrication, testing, installation, operation, maintenance, and disposal
Provide technical leadership and serve as Lead Systems Engineer when required
Assist with business development activities, including technical interviews, technical documentation, proposal writing support, and proposal color reviews

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active Secret security clearance required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, Operations Research, Mathematics, Physics, or related field, with at least six (6) years of relevant experience; OR high school diploma with at least thirteen (13) years of relevant experience
Experience supporting systems engineering activities, including system design, integration, testing, or technical requirements development
Experience developing, analyzing, or maintaining system specifications, technical documentation, or engineering requirements
Familiarity with systems engineering lifecycle processes, configuration management, and system performance evaluation
Ability to analyze technical requirements and contribute to integrated hardware and software solutions
Comfortable with prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Able to lift up to 10–15 pounds at a time
Preferred: knowledge of cybersecurity principles, particularly Zero Trust architecture and security concepts
Preferred: familiarity with SaaS platforms, applications, and environments
Preferred: experience with software credentialing, software authorization, or related security approval processes for SaaS applications
Preferred: previous experience supporting government contracting, Department of Defense, or federal government environments
Preferred: prior military experience or familiarity with military organizational structures, chains of command, and formal communication protocols
Preferred: experience coordinating systems engineering activities within structured government or military program environments
Preferred: experience with systems integration, verification and validation, configuration management, technical documentation, and system lifecycle engineering

Benefits

Comp & perks

Travel requirements under 10%
Equal opportunity employment