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Systems Engineer - Senior Level in Springfield

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Join Mission Intelligence Group as a Senior Systems Engineer and immerse yourself in a dynamic environment where your expertise will drive innovation. This onsite position in Springfield, VA, offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with a talented team dedicated to delivering high-quality IT solutions. You will engage in cutting-edge projects, solving complex challenges that contribute to our mission of excellence in the technology sector. As a pivotal member of our team, you will foster communication and connection, enhancing our collaborative culture. Your contributions will directly impact our customer focus, ensuring we exceed client expectations and achieve greatness.

At Mission Intelligence Group, your work is valued, and your insights will help shape the future of our offerings. You will be offered great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Competitive Salary, and Paid Time Off. Seize this chance to elevate your career in a supportive and engaged atmosphere, making a difference every day.

Day to day as a Systems Engineer - Senior Level

Mission Intelligence Group is on the lookout for a highly skilled Senior Systems Engineer to take the helm of multidisciplinary engineering teams, spearheading complex systems engineering initiatives within the System for Geospatial-Intelligence (NSG), Allied System for Geospatial-Intelligence (ASG), and partner Federal Agencies. In this pivotal role, you will influence the architecture and integration of mission-critical GEOINT systems that underpin U.S. and allied operations. As a technical leader, you'll mentor mid- and junior-level engineers throughout the engineering lifecycle, focusing on requirements development, solution architecture, systems integration, and system performance optimization. You will lead user requirement planning, oversee solution designs, and guide systems integration efforts across multiple platforms.

Your expertise will be essential in conducting technical assessments, assisting in strategic planning, and operating at the enterprise level to ensure seamless integration of systems and services across organizational and agency boundaries. This is an unparalleled opportunity to make a significant impact in a collaborative environment.

Are you the Systems Engineer - Senior Level we're looking for?

To thrive as a Senior Systems Engineer at Mission Intelligence Group, candidates must possess a robust set of skills that ensure success in a multifaceted and dynamic environment. Strong analytical capabilities are essential for assessing complex systems, conducting trade studies, and performing technical assessments. Effective communication skills are crucial, enabling the clear articulation of technical concepts to diverse stakeholders, from team members to federal partners. Leadership and mentorship abilities are vital for guiding mid- and junior-level engineers throughout the engineering lifecycle, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. A keen understanding of systems integration principles, coupled with a strategic mindset, will allow you to effectively translate mission and customer needs into actionable requirements.

Additionally, adaptability and a growth mindset are important to leverage emerging technologies and improve system performance. A commitment to high-quality work and a customer-focused approach is imperative in driving success in this impactful role.

Required Skills and Experience:

  • Active TS/SCI clearance
  • Strong understanding of the systems engineering lifecycle
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in one of the following fields:
    • Systems Engineering, Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Operations Research, Engineering Management, Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Other related STEM disciplines
    • OR 12 years of experience as a Systems Engineer in lieu of a degree
  • Minimum of 12 years of experience in government or industry in one or more of the following areas:
    • DoD/Intelligence Community (IC) Acquisition Processes
    • Requirements development processes
    • PPBES (Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution System)
    • Systems engineering of large, complex System of Systems (SoS) or Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA)/Cloud environments

Desired Skills and Experience:

  • Master's degree in:
    • Systems Engineering
    • OR a related technical or scientific field (as listed above)

Certifications & Licensure

  • INCOSE Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP) certification
  • Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)

Technical Knowledge & Skills:

  • Working knowledge of:
    • Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools, , and processes
    • Software Development Frameworks
  • Demonstrated expertise in one or more of the following areas:
    • Photogrammetry
    • Remote sensing
    • Image science
    • Information sciences
    • Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
    • Geomatics
    • Other related geospatial fields

Domain Expertise:

  • Documented work experience in the Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT) field
  • In-depth knowledge of current:
    • NSG – System for Geospatial-Intelligence
    • ASG – Allied System for Geospatial-Intelligence
    • NRO – Reconnaissance Office enterprise

Professional Engagement:

  • Membership or leadership in professional organizations such as:
    • ACSM – American Congress on Surveying and Mapping
    • ASCE – American Society of Civil Engineers
    • ASPRS – American Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing
    • OGC – Open Geospatial Consortium
    • SAREM – Society for American Remote Earth Monitoring
    • USGIF – United States Geospatial Intelligence Foundation

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Systems Engineer - Senior Level in Springfield

Springfield, MO
Full time

Published on 11/07/2025

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