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Senior Systems Engineer with Security Clearance

SolidusAurora, CO🇺🇸United StatesPosted 17 Aug 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

Leverage your systems engineering expertise and active TS/SCI clearance to drive critical advancements in space intelligence at Solidus, where you'll enjoy a competitive salary ranging from $138,000 to $172,000 and ample opportunities for professional growth. This on-site role is ideal for experienced engineers who thrive in collaborative environments and are eager to contribute to impactful projects within a reputable organization. Don't miss this chance to advance your career in a dynamic and rewarding field!

Quick Overview

Salary
$138k - $172k/yr
Work Type
On Site
Schedule
Employee
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

This position requires onsite work in Aurora, CO and an active TS/SCI security Clearance. Candidates who do not hold this clearance are not eligible for hire.

Solidus has an exciting opportunity for a Sr Systems Engineer supporting the Space Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (SISR) business unit, where your knowledge with regards to requirements, architecture and design elaboration, system engineering analyses, script development, interface definition and control, will be put to good use.  Day in the Life:

  • Analyze and define how the system works creating use cases
  • Decompose requirements, define system interfaces and help determine how requirements will be validated and verified by the test team
  • Provide engineering support for the execution of a portion of the programs test program including test processes and baseline definition and test architecture design
  • Support regression testing across deliverable releases to the program baseline
  • Support and attend technical reviews and technical interchanges in support of the program Required Qualifications & Experience:
  • Active TS/SCI is required
  • A minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience.
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Cultural fit amongst a collaborative team environment.
  • Experience with systems engineering lifecycle, roles and functions, with specific experience in one or more of the following areas: Concept of Operations (ConOps) development, requirements definition and management, functional analysis or interface definition and control
  • Experience on a government contract with experience in systems engineering, Experience in a project domain (e.g., mission management ground systems, space-based ISR platforms)
  • Experience with Agile principles, to include Agile systems engineering practices and understanding of Agile roles
  • Active and transferable U.S. government issued TS/SCI is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Preferred Qualifications & Experience:

  • Experience working in an Agile development environment and with Agile development tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, etc.)
  • Experience with MBSE tools (e.g., Cameo Systems Modeler)
  • Experience with requirements management in DOORS or other requirements databases Benefit selection, customer contractual specifications, relevant work experience, skills, competencies, certifications, and clearance status will influence the final salary. Full benefits: $138,000 to $172,000 annually Reduced benefits (no medical, dental, vision): Up to $185,000  annually What we will bring:  
Solidus offers you an exciting opportunity to tackle the nation's greatest challenges applying innovation and expertise to produce cutting-edge results that have a long-lasting impact. We offer outstanding benefits, generous PTO and much more! Apply today to learn why Solidus has a 4.9/5 Star rating on Glassdoor!

Req ID:5349

Solidus is an

Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities regarding all terms and conditions of employment to all employees and qualified applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. The Company will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application and interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

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Please Note: Solidus does not accept applications from agencies, 3rd party vendors, or applications with incomplete information.

Skills

Agile
Confluence
Jira

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