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# Technical Systems Engineer

- **Company:** BigBear.ai, Inc.
- **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD, United States (Remote available)
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Systems Engineering, Scrum Methodology, Systems Development Life Cycle, Systems Integration, Strategies of Testing
- **Published:** July 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=16f2882a3e4c7ff4

## About the Role

* Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in a qualified engineering field or related discipline from an accredited college or university
 * 15+ years of systems engineering experience.

## Description

Are you ready to engineer next-generation enterprise capabilities that have immediate mission impact? BigBear.ai, a leader in decision intelligence, is seeking a Technical Systems Engineer to join our team and help shape the future of enterprise systems. In this role, you'll collaborate with a diverse team of technologists, working on cutting-edge systems that directly support national security. If you thrive in dynamic environments, enjoy solving complex challenges, and want to make a tangible difference, we want to hear from you!
Why This Role Matters
As a Technical Systems Engineer, you'll play a critical role in designing and implementing enterprise systems that drive mission success. Your expertise will help shape technical architecture, facilitate Agile practices, and guide system development, making a real impact every day.
Technical Systems Engineer
Location: Annapolis Junction, MD(Eligible for Telework after 60 days)
Clearance Required: TS/SCI with Full Scope Poly
What you will do:
In this role, you'll:

 * Architect & Document: Review, revise, and create technical architecture documents to ensure system designs meet mission requirements.
 * Define System Communication: Collaborate with other technologists to determine system communication contracts and ensure seamless integration.
 * Lead Strategic Sessions: Facilitate Engineering Review Board (ERB) sessions with NSA leadership, influencing key decisions and driving technical excellence.
 * Guide System Development: Prepare system engineering management plans, system integration plans, and test strategies to ensure smooth development and implementation.
 * Collaborate on Technical Challenges: Work closely with government stakeholders to resolve complex technical challenges and provide expert guidance on system engineering considerations.
 * Communicate with Impact: Translate complex technical information into clear, actionable insights for program personnel, government overseers, and senior executives.
 * Participating in Agile Ceremonies: Work with a larger team on two-week sprints, participate in daily standups, sprint planning, backlog grooming, demos, retrospectives, and Scrum of Scrums.


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