> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3683657-principal-systems-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3683657-principal-systems-engineer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md).

---

# Principal Systems Engineer

- **Company:** Cultural Intelligence Center, LLC
- **Location:** Fort Meade, MD, United States
- **Salary:** $162,400.0 - $203,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Artificial Intelligence, Systems Engineering, Confluence, JIRA, Computer Engineering, Verification and Validation (Software), High Performance Computing, Software Verification, Information Technology, Modeling and Simulation
- **Published:** October 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/1_mitrecorp1-R117252

## About the Role

Basic Qualifications: + Typically requires a minimum of 10 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 8 years and a Master's degree; or a PhD with 5 years' experience; or equivalent combination of related education and work experience. + Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering Management, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field and a minimum of 5 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of related education and work experience. + Experience developing systems engineering artifacts such as RVTMs, CONOPS, SE-CONOPS, functional requirements, non-functional requirements, verification criteria, or traceability matrices. + Experience supporting system performance evaluation, test planning, verification and validation, integration, transition, or deployment activities. + Working knowledge of high performance computing concepts and the ability to describe how HPC capabilities can
be applied to mission or operational needs. + Experience using Jira, Confluence, and Microsoft Excel to manage tasks, document technical work, track requirements, or communicate project status. + Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to produce polished technical documentation and brief technical and non-technical stakeholders. + Must have an active Top Secret/SCI w/Polygraph U.S Government issued Security Clearance.
Per the U.S. Government's eligibility requirements, you must be a U.S Citizen to be considered for a security clearance. + This position requires a minimum of 4 days a week on-site Preferred Qualifications: + Experience supporting FFRDC or government activities across the systems engineering lifecycle. + Experience developing test and evaluation plans, performance measures, measures of effectiveness or performance, acceptance criteria, and deployment readiness recommendations. + Familiarity with HPC environments, advanced computing, data-intensive workflows, AI/ML or modeling and simulation workloads, storage and compute tradeoffs, or mission technology transition. + Experience working in classified national security or intelligence environments. + History of building trusted relationships with demanding customers or leaders. + Excellent interpersonal skills, judgment, discretion, and tact. + Active TS/SCI with a Full Scope Polygraph.
This requisition requires the candidate to have a minimum of the following clearance(s): Top Secret/SCI/Polygraph This requisition requires the hired candidate to have or obtain, within one year from the date of hire, the following clearance(s): Top Secret/SCI/Polygraph Salary compensation range and midpoint: $162,400 - $203,000 - $243,600 Annual Work Location Type: Onsite Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local or international law.
MITRE intends to maintain a website that is fully accessible to all individuals.

## Description

Roles & Responsibilities: + Support systems engineering and acquisition activities for a high performance computing (HPC) technology effort, applying mission context to define capability needs, use cases, interfaces, and stakeholder expectations. + Develop and maintain systems engineering artifacts including Requirements Verification Traceability Matrices (RVTMs), Systems Engineering Concepts of Operations (SE-CONOPS), Concepts of Operations (CONOPS), functional requirements, non-functional requirements, and supporting technical documentation. + Define verification approaches and maintain traceability from requirements to test methods, evaluation evidence, acceptance criteria, and deployment decisions. + Plan and support system performance evaluation activities, including identifying measures, test environments, data needs, risks, readiness criteria, and deployment considerations. + Apply working knowledge of HPC capabilities to help sponsors evaluate how HPC resources, workflows,
and enabling infrastructure can be used to support mission needs. + Coordinate with MITRE, sponsor, acquisition, engineering, test, and operational stakeholders; use Jira, Confluence, and Excel to track work, document decisions, and communicate status. + Prepare clear written products and briefings that communicate analysis, progress, risks, alternatives, and recommendations to technical and non-technical audiences.