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# Principal Systems Engineer

- **Company:** Associates, Inc
- **Location:** Sterling, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Confluence, JIRA, C++ (Programming Language), Python (Programming Language), Software Tools, Programming Languages
- **Published:** September 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/8788571/principal-systems-engineer

## About the Role

o Experience applying Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) principles, including system modeling with Cameo, or equivalent tools.
o Familiarity with Digital Engineering practices and tool chains to enhance design, integration, and test workflows. o Experience with high level programming languages (e.g. Python).
o Demonstrated engineering technical abilities and project management experience.
o Experience collaborating with internal and external customers in a team environment (Government, Military, SETA, and Contractor).
o Active and transferable TS/SCI with CI Polygraph.
Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM preferred) and a minimum of 8+ years of prior engineering experience.

Pluses
o Experience with systems installation, integration, and test activities.
o Proficiency in relevant programming languages (Python, C++, etc).
o Experience with Request for Change (RFC) impact reviews and assessment processes.
o Experience with customer NSIS requirements and rapid delivery methods.
o Evidence of strong customer relationships and stakeholder engagement.
o Experience working across contract and location boundaries o Proficiency with Atlassian JIRA, Confluence, and collaborative engineering tools.
communication.