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DARPA Systems Engineer, TS/SCI

blueskyinnovators
Arlington, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/25/2026

Experience:

  • Seven (7) years of IT professional experience overseeing the creation of hybrid software, web and hardware products from initial specifications to final rollout and maintenance.
  • Experience integrating various network operating systems, application programs and hardware devices through system specification, design, coding, testing and maintenance support.
  • Experience considering overall project design including cost, schedule, and social issues that may be associated with a project.
  • At least seven (7) years, the individual supported research and development (R&D) Department of Defense (DoD) programs.
  • Skill in conceiving, planning and conducting research in problem areas of considerable scope and complexity requiring unconventional or novel approaches and sophisticated research techniques.
  • Demonstrated ability of make decisions independently on research and development (R&D) engineering problems and methods, and of resolve important questions and of plan and coordinate work.
  • Demonstrated experience in the use of advanced techniques, theories, precepts, and practices for each lead of the four functional areas (Intelligence and Mission Capabilities, Architecture, Applications, and Mission Integration). Each functional area lead shall have at least five (5) years extensive experience, background and knowledge of the corresponding functional area.
  • At least three (3) years of experience working in DARPA or similar organization is highly desirable.

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Masters Preferred

Blue Sky Innovators, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a qualified job seeker with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access http://www.blueskyinnovators.com as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, please email us at careers@blueskyinnovators.com and provide your name and contact information. Please note: this is only for job seekers with disabilities requesting an accommodation.

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