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Principal Systems Engineer with Security Clearance

Odyssey Systems Consulting GroupHanscom AFB, MA🇺🇸United StatesPosted 13 Jul 2026

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Leader

Job Description

Position Summary Odyssey Systems has an exciting opportunity for a Principal System Engineerproviding support to the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center-Ground Base Air Defense Sensor division (AFLCMC/ESG). The ESG Division manages efforts focused on developing, acquiring, fielding and sustaining programs that support worldwide communications, Battle Management, Command && Contr ol, Intelligence, Surveillance && Reconnaissance (C2ISR), Air/Ground Surveillance, Time Critical Targeting, Combat Identification, Radar Imagery, Integrated Air/Missile Defense, and Mobile/Fixed C2ISR Performance, Exploitation && Dissemination Facilities. This is a full-time position located at Hanscom Air Force Base in Bedford, Massachusetts. Responsibilities Duties include, but not limited to: * Provide systems engineering support across acquisition, development, integration, sustainment, deployment, and operational oversight activities * Conduct program and technical reviews to evaluate engineering approaches, system performance, technical baselines, risks, and alternative solutions * Support systems engineering processes, trade studies, and system-level testing to ensure performance requirements are achieved in accordance with approved specifications * Prepare and review technical documentation, engineering analyses, management reports, and technical presentations * Support program risk management activities in compliance with Air Force Systems Engineering Assessment Model (SEAM) processes * Provide proposal analysis support to evaluate technical feasibility, compatibility, and cost effectiveness of proposed systems and approaches * Review and analyze system concepts, user requirements, and requirements baseline documentation * Support concepts and requirements analysis activities including ICDs, CDDs, CPDs, AoAs, CONOPs, Technology Development Strategies, FCAs, and PCAs * Support software development and integration efforts in coordination with Government and prime contractors * Work with Government and contractor personnel to review system and subsystem design, analysis, and testing activities * Apply advanced systems engineering principles, concepts, standards, and methods to support program objectives, cost, schedule, and performance requirements * Support development and implementation of improved systems engineering processes, techniques, and procedures * Oversee engineering efforts and acquisition activities supporting the WAS, 3DELRR, and NCRIADS programs * Support multiple teams simultaneously in a high-visibility environment Qualifications Citizenship: Must be a US citizen Clearance: Must have an Active Secret Clearance Preferred Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's Degree in a related professional engineering discipline and 20 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, 10 of which must be in the DoD Technical Skills * Experience supporting USAF command and contr ol reporting systems, tactical radar, shelter and radome systems, aircraft trainer pods, radios and communication systems, EW systems, or threat emitters * Understanding of cloud-based systems, including management of cost and performance * Experience with Agile methodologies, CI/CD, DevSecOps, and DevOps principles * Understanding of Agile software development best practices including Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) and Agile sprint planning * Ability to guide development efforts using Agile standards and engineering best practices Interpersonal Skills * Demonstrated critical thinking skills * Strong leadership and team coordination abilities * Ability to operate effectively in a high-visibility environment * Strong communication and presentation skills * Outgoing personality with the ability to lead multiple teams simultaneously * Polished professional presence; prior military leadership experience preferred Additional Information: Location: Hanscom AFB, MA Onsite #LI-KM1 Company Overview Odyssey is a world-class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey meets the military's operational needs by integrating layered defense systems from equipment, technology, and services to data, information, and business operations. We streamline defense acquisition and sustainment, engineering the technical battlefield with domain-specific proficiency to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution, peak organizational performance, and fostering a workplace built on employee care. Odyssey is proud to live out our core values of commitment, ambition, and respect in our work and communities through OdysseyCares , a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations, an employer match program, and volunteering events. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Please Note: Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications. This position is filled through continuous recruitment and will remain open until a sufficient pool of applications has been received. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, Tricare supplement, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, employee assistance program, learning and development benefit, paid time off, and holidays. Odyssey Benefits

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Agile
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