Systems Engineer

Parsons is looking for a talented Senior Systems Engineer to join our growing team!

If you are a technically accomplished systems engineering professional who enjoys working in a collaborative, mission-focused environment, we have an exciting opportunity for you in Boulder, Colorado. This position supports a customer’s critical defense systems and requires full-time, on-site work in an open-office environment.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Contribute to all phases of the system lifecycle, including CONOPS, requirements, architecture, design, development, integration, test, operations, and maintenance.
• Support mission design activities, interface definition, and baseline management.
• Develop and maintain systems engineering artifacts, including: Requirements, Architecture designs, Interface Control Documents, Use cases, System flow diagrams, Test plans
• Conduct and support Technical Interchange Meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary development teams, government organizations, and vendors to drive problem resolution and improve collaboration.
• Support technical risk identification, analysis, and management activities.
• Assist with special studies and other systems engineering activities as required.
• Interface directly with the customer while maintaining strong attention to detail and professional communication.
• Apply both classic and modern systems engineering techniques to support mission and program objectives.
• Support improvements to project management discipline through increased collaboration, innovation, adaptability, and flexibility.
• Help optimize return on investment through effective systems engineering and project management practices.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers when appropriate.
• Assume a technical leadership role within the team when required.

• Active Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance.
• Bachelor degree, with additional years of experience able to count in lieu of a degree
• 8+ years of experience, with additional education, training, and certifications about to count towards total years of experience
• Experience supporting multiple stages of the program lifecycle, including design, integration, test, operations, and maintenance.
• Significant hands-on experience in at least one of the following technical domains: Software, Cloud, Networking, Cybersecurity
• Experience working on multidisciplinary design and development teams.
• Experience identifying and managing technical risks.
• Ability to communicate technical information effectively through oral presentations and written documentation.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to deliver high-level technical messaging to a variety of audiences, including senior leaders.
• Ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly to nontechnical personnel.
• Strong interpersonal and customer interface skills.
• Self-motivated, independent, and committed to continuous learning and professional development.
• Ability to collaborate effectively and work as part of a team.
• Willingness to live near or relocate to the Boulder, Colorado area, as this position requires full-time on-site work.

What Desired Skills You Might Bring:

• Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering, particularly using Cameo.
• Experience supporting Overhead Persistent Infrared missions or OPIR ground systems.
• Experience with Jira, Confluence, or similar collaboration tools.
• Experience working within an Agile workflow.
• Experience supporting defense or other mission-critical systems.
• Experience applying modern systems engineering and project management techniques to improve adaptability, collaboration, and program outcomes

Senior systems engineer supporting defense mission systems across the full lifecycle, including requirements, architecture, design, integration, testing, operations, and maintenance. The role develops engineering artifacts, manages interfaces and technical risks, supports mission design and customer collaboration, and mentors engineers. It requires onsite work in Boulder, Colorado, strong communication skills, multidisciplinary teamwork, and an active security clearance. The summary above was generated by AI In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!

At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible., An active Top Secret security clearance is required for this position.

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation’s most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $112,200.00 - $196,400.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

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