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# Systems Engineer - Boulder, Colorado

- **Company:** I2X Technologies
- **Location:** Boulder, CO, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Confluence, JIRA, Cloud Computing, Apache OpenOffice, Information Technology
- **Published:** October 23, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9247705/systems-engineer-boulder-colorado

## About the Role

This person should have training and experience in Systems Engineering practices to support the mission design work, interface definition, and baseline management. We consider experience with Model-Based System Engineering (MBSE) and Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) missions a bonuses for this role.

This role will be full-time onsite in Boulder, CO working in an open office environment., US Government Security Clearance (Secret at minimum) with eligibility for TS/SCI
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physical Sciences, Computer Science (relevant experience may be considered in lieu of education)
Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in Systems Engineering
Experience with multiple stages of the program lifecycle (design, integration, test, operations, maintenance)
Significant hands-on experience in one of the following domains: software, cloud, networking, or cyber.
Experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams
Experience with technical risk identification and management strategies
Ability to communicate technical information via oral presentation and written format
Strong communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills. Ability to passionately deliver high-level messaging to various types of audiences--this will eventually include senior leaders. Ability to explain technical concepts clearly to non-technical personnel
Self-motivated individual who actively and independently seeks out opportunities for learning and development
Collaborates well; enjoys working as part of a team
DoD Secret or higher clearance is preferred. All applicants must be US citizens eligible for a US Government security clearance
Live near or be willing to move to the Boulder, CO area since the work must be performed in the office

Preferred/Bonus Qualifications

Experience with Jira and Confluence
Experience with Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) ground systems
Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), especially using CAMEO
Experience working within an agile workflow

Essential Requirements:

US Citizenship is required.

## Description

This position is for a Systems Engineer in Boulder, CO. You will be working closely with a talented team to assist in the design, implementation, and maintenance of critical defense systems through classic and modern Systems Engineering techniques. Additionally, we are tasked with improving the overall project management discipline of our clients by increasing collaboration and innovation and introducing techniques that promote adaptability and flexibility in the face of unpredictable circumstances, and that optimize return on investment expenditures., Contribute to all phases of a system lifecycle including: CONOPS, requirements, architecture, design, development, integration, test, operations, and maintenance
Maintain and develop system artifacts, including requirements, architecture designs, ICDs, use cases, system flow diagrams, and test plans
Conduct and/or support Technical Interchange Meetings with internal and external stakeholders
Work across cross-functional development teams, government teams, and/or vendors to drive problem resolution and collaboration
Support additional activities, such as special studies
Interface with the customer, leveraging strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail
In some cases, mentor junior and mid-level engineers and fill a leadership role within the team