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Systems Engineer

SYSTEMS PLANNING AND ANALYSIS, INC.Annandale, VA🇺🇸United StatesPosted Sep 12, 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

You'll thrive as a Systems Engineer at SPA, contributing to critical national security programs and developing your expertise within a highly collaborative and innovative team. This hybrid role offers significant career growth potential and the chance to work on impactful projects with a company renowned for its long-standing commitment to excellence.

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Full Time
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Annandale, VA, United States
Posted
1 week ago

Job Description

Systems Engineer | Annandale, VA, United States | Hybrid

We're hiring on behalf of a highly respected defense contractor with over 50 years of experience delivering critical technical solutions to complex national security challenges. This organization is known for its continuous innovation, collaborative culture, and commitment to its government clients, both domestically and internationally. Join a team that produces Results that Matter and offers unique challenges with a clear mission focus.

The Role

  • Prepare for and conduct design and technical reviews.
  • Interface with other Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) to ensure production and sustainment design considerations are incorporated.
  • Review and assess multiple design approaches while addressing overall program risk, cost, and schedule constraints.
  • Lead the development of discrete-event simulations to inform processing capabilities and requirements.
  • Lead the development of descriptive system models for SLCM-N Shore Operations using Cameo and OOSEM methodology.
  • Mentor junior engineers on Systems Engineering and Major Capability Acquisition Lifecycles.

What You'll Need

  • Bachelor's Degree in Systems Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 3 years of relevant professional systems engineering experience on DoD strategic or weapons systems programs.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD TOP SECRET clearance.
  • Proven experience with discrete event simulation tools (e.g., ExtendSim).
  • Experience with Navy Strategic Weapons Facility production and operations is a plus.

What's On Offer

  • Opportunity to work on a mission-critical defense acquisition program.
  • Daily interaction with government customers in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
  • Mentorship opportunities and professional development.
  • A competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits.

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