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Senior Systems Engineer

Alexandria Insights, Inc.
Stafford, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/26/2026
Systems Engineer (Senior Level) – Stafford, VA

This is not a remote position

Duties

Seeking a Senior Systems Engineer with a strong background in technical support to Command and Control acquisition programs, for our customer in Stafford, VA. Duties include:

  • Develop and/or revise appropriate level acquisition engineering documentation (e.g. Systems Engineering Plans (SEP), Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMP), Information Support Plan (ISP))
  • Develop reports, briefs, and documentation related to programs in the portfolio
  • Conduct technical assessment and evaluation of Prime Contractor deliverables, architectures, and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs)
  • Drawings review and coordination for all ECPs and vendor development programs
  • Validation and readiness assessment of all program documentation required to submit ECPs for approval.
  • Support Engineering Team in development of ECPs and tracking of all ECPs from development to closure.
  • Develop Performance Specifications, Requirements Traceability Matrices (RTM), and assist with the development of product and component level specifications
  • Support development of Request for Proposals (RFPs) and Request for Information (RFIs)
  • Develop Technical Review Action Plans, and participate in all aspects of Systems Engineering Technical Reviews (SETR) process
  • Develop ECPs and participate at Configuration Control Boards (CCBs)
  • Manage development and assist with the development of test strategies, procedures, and plans
  • Assist in the planning, execution, and reporting of test events and operational evaluations
  • Support systems safety efforts and develop the Programmatic Environmental Safety and Occupational Health Evaluation (PESHE) and any other required documentation to support the appropriate safety releases
  • Provide input to support cybersecurity efforts, monitor IA vulnerability alerts, and ensure appropriate security actions are taken
  • Participate in technical and management IPTs

Qualifications

  • Master's in Systems Engineering or other technical/scientific discipline, and 10 years of experience or equivalent deep expertise in the domain
  • USMC or other DoD systems maintenance or operational experience with Air and/or Ground Combat operations systems desired.
  • Experience with SETRs and documentation is required
  • Experience in developing acquisition documentation to support programs in achieving required milestones/events is required
  • Ability to effectively work independently and as part of an integrated team of Government and non-Government players is required
  • Experience leading and mentoring a team of engineers is required.
  • Network Design or Network certifications a plus (CompTIA Network , CCNA, CCNP)
  • DAWIA Engineering & Technical Management Practitioner certification or equivalent training in the Systems Engineering field (e.g. INCOSE Expert Systems Engineering Professional) is strongly desired
  • Must be detail-oriented and have excellent verbal communication skills
  • Excellent MS Office and Visio skills are required
  • A proactive, self-starter with a history of demonstrating initiative
  • Active DoD Secret Clearance

Salary range: $120,000.00-$140,000.00

Join a Top Workplace!

Alexandria Insights, a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), was recently named one of The Washington Post’s Top 250 Workplaces in the Washington, D.C. Metro area—ranking #3 out of 98 in the midsize company category!

We are dedicated to helping our customers solve meaningful problems through the effective and efficient use of technology. If you're self-motivated, entrepreneurial, and hard-working, and you're looking to join a growing small company with big opportunities, we encourage you to apply.

Submit your resume today and take the next step in your career with one of the region’s top-ranked employers.

Alexandria Insights is an EEO/AA/Disability/Veterans Employer.

We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, marital status, veteran status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other legally protected status. We also provide reasonable accommodations for individuals who are unable to use the online system due to a disability.

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