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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # 2026 Senior Systems Engineer - **Company:** The Alexandria - **Location:** Stafford, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $120,000.0 - $140,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Configuration Management, Software Documentation, CompTIA Network+, Expert Systems, Automation of Marketing, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Visio, Network Planning and Design, Requirements Traceability - **Published:** July 1, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=ebc452dc5f6976d4 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Visio?, Do you have a Master's degree?, * Master's in Systems Engineering or other technical/scientific discipline, and 10+ years of experience or equivalent deep expertise in the domain * USMC or other DoD systems maintenance or operational experience with Air and/or Ground Combat operations systems desired. * Experience with SETRs and documentation is required * Experience in developing acquisition documentation to support programs in achieving required milestones/events is required * Ability to effectively work independently and as part of an integrated team of Government and non-Government players is required * Experience leading and mentoring a team of engineers is required. * Network Design or Network certifications a plus (CompTIA Network+, CCNA, CCNP) * DAWIA Engineering & Technical Management Practitioner certification or equivalent training in the Systems Engineering field (e.g. INCOSE Expert Systems Engineering Professional) is strongly desired * Must be detail-oriented and have excellent verbal communication skills * Excellent MS Office and Visio skills are required * A proactive, self-starter with a history of demonstrating initiative * Active DoD Secret Clearance, We are dedicated to helping our customers solve meaningful problems through the effective and efficient use of technology. If you're self-motivated, entrepreneurial, and hard-working, and you're looking to join a growing small company with big opportunities, we encourage you to apply. ## Description Seeking a Senior Systems Engineer with a strong background in technical support to Command and Control acquisition programs, for our customer in Stafford, VA. Duties include: * Develop and/or revise appropriate level acquisition engineering documentation (e.g. Systems Engineering Plans (SEP), Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMP), Information Support Plan (ISP)) * Develop reports, briefs, and documentation related to programs in the portfolio * Conduct technical assessment and evaluation of Prime Contractor deliverables, architectures, and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) * Drawings review and coordination for all ECPs and vendor development programs * Validation and readiness assessment of all program documentation required to submit ECPs for approval. * Support Engineering Team in development of ECPs and tracking of all ECPs from development to closure. * Develop Performance Specifications, Requirements Traceability Matrices (RTM), and assist with the development of product and component level specifications * Support development of Request for Proposals (RFPs) and Request for Information (RFIs) * Develop Technical Review Action Plans, and participate in all aspects of Systems Engineering Technical Reviews (SETR) process * Develop ECPs and participate at Configuration Control Boards (CCBs) * Manage development and assist with the development of test strategies, procedures, and plans * Assist in the planning, execution, and reporting of test events and operational evaluations * Support systems safety efforts and develop the Programmatic Environmental Safety and Occupational Health Evaluation (PESHE) and any other required documentation to support the appropriate safety releases * Provide input to support cybersecurity efforts, monitor IA vulnerability alerts, and ensure appropriate security actions are taken * Participate in technical and management IPTs ## Related Videos - [The Software Engineer 2030: From Coder To AI Orchestrator? - Patrick Schnell](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1825-the-software-engineer-2030-from-coder-to-ai-orchestrator-patrick-schnell) - [Valven Atlas: Engineering Intelligence That Delivers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1660-valven-atlas-engineering-intelligence-that-delivers) - [Navigating the Corporate Jungle: Life as a Developer in a large Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/621-navigating-the-corporate-jungle-life-as-a-developer-in-a-large-company) - [One Does Not Simply Make Architecture Decisions Alone](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2128-one-does-not-simply-make-architecture-decisions-alone) - [Detecting Money Laundering with AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/111-detecting-money-laundering-with-ai) - [Why Your Best Mediors Never Become Seniors (And How to Fix It)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2108-why-your-best-mediors-never-become-seniors-and-how-to-fix-it) ## Related Articles - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Top Must-Visit Developer Conferences in the US in 2026](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/679-top-must-visit-developer-conferences-in-the-us-in-2026) - [5 Reasons Why Attending Conferences in 2026 Matters More Than You Think](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/692-5-reasons-why-attending-conferences-in-2026-matters-more-than-you-think) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Why Attend a Developer Event in 2026?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/688-why-attend-a-developer-event-in-2026) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs)