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# Systems Engineer Level 5 (TS/SCI Clearance with Full Scope Poly Required)

- **Company:** J&T Business Consulting
- **Location:** Annapolis, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $165,000.0 - $198,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, JIRA, Federal Enterprise Architecture, Issue Tracking Systems, Software Requirements Analysis, Systems Modeling Language, DODAF
- **Published:** August 30, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/us77b79362f8b1ef2e7316a2c145a787eb/eaa

## About the Role

Security Clearance: Active TS/SCI with Polygraph., High School Diploma / GED plus at least 19 years of general systems engineering experience, OR
Bachelor's degree in a Qualified Engineering Field or related discipline plus at least 15 years of systems engineering experience, OR
Master's degree in a Qualified Engineering Field or related discipline plus at least 13 years of systems engineering experience, OR
Ph.D. in a Qualified Engineering Field or related discipline plus at least 13 years of systems engineering experience.
Frameworks & Standards: Demonstrated experience with ISO/IEC 15288 process areas and the Defense Acquisition System lifecycle.
Architecture & MBSE: Hands-on technical proficiency with Cameo Systems Modeler, SysML, and DoDAF or FEAF architecture frameworks.
Tools: Hands-on experience using Jira for issue tracking, agile tasking, and project management.

## Description

Seeking a senior Systems Engineer (Level 5) to deliver enterprise-level systems engineering leadership across all lifecycle phases-Concept, Development, Production, Utilization, Support, and Retirement-in Annapolis Junction, MD.
In this role, you will maintain primary responsibility for the technical integrity, completeness, and quality of systems engineering deliverables aligned with ISO/IEC 15288 process areas. You will direct technical architecture development using Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies, guide defense acquisition processes, manage technical risks, and interface directly with government stakeholders, senior executives, and program leadership., Apply advanced systems engineering principles across all lifecycle stages in accordance with ISO/IEC 15288 framework areas (Technical, Project, Enterprise/Project-Enabling, and Agreement).
Lead Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) activities, developing system models, diagrams, and architecture artifacts using Cameo Systems Modeler and SysML.
Develop, assess, and manage architectures aligned with DoDAF and/or FEAF frameworks.
Oversee stakeholder requirements definition, system decomposition, architecture design, verification, validation, and operational transition.
Manage project and decision processes, including risk management, configuration baselines, interface definitions, and system metrics.
Track project workflows, tasks, and deliverables using Jira.
Serve as the primary technical advisor and liaison to government overseers, customer representatives, and executive stakeholders regarding systems engineering considerations and technical conflict resolution., System Engineer (Entry Level) Summary Join a team supporting the engineering and development of mission-focused systems. This entry-level opportunity is ideal for someone lookin…

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