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Technical Lead Engineer

BryceTech
Chantilly, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/31/2026
BryceTech is a trusted leader in complex technology domains, delivering data-driven solutions in aerospace, biosecurity, and defense. We specialize in systems engineering, advanced analytics, R&D programs, and strategic advisory support. Our clients – including NASA, DoD, HHS, DHS, and other civil and national security agencies – rely on us to drive mission success and accelerate innovation.

BryceTech has been recognized in the Washington Technology Fast 50 ranking of top high-growth small businesses for five consecutive years and received a GovCon Contractor of the Year Award in 2025, underscoring our strong growth, competitive positioning, and excellence in federal contracting. With a proven track record of winning sought-after contracts, scaling high-performance teams, and executing on critical government missions, BryceTech presents a compelling opportunity for strategic partnerships in the GovCon space.

Job Description

BryceTech has an immediate opening for a technical lead engineer supporting Space Development Agency (SDA) Proliferated Warfighter System Architecture (PWSA) Tranche development. The technical lead engineer serves as the technical lead responsible for end-to-end integration across the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture (PWSA), ensuring mission execution across space, ground, and user segments. In this role, the candidate addresses critical integration gaps by establishing ownership, traceability, and verification across complex, multi-program architectures. The candidate will provide technical oversight and recommendations to the Program Manager and/or technical director. The technical lead engineer oversees design reviews, integration efforts across segments, gap analysis and implementation strategies, and ensures end-to-end verification is performed to ensure the vendor’s solutions capabilities meet PWSA architecture needs.

The ideal candidate will have the following experience:

  • Experience with satellite and ground segment systems
  • Experience with modeling, simulation and analysis (MS&A) tools used for evaluating complex satellite and ground segment architectures
  • Experience verifying and/or validating requirements thru modeling, simulation or analysis that either augments or replaces development and/or operational testing
  • Apply rigorous problem-solving skills to identify and respond to system gaps proactively
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
  • Strong oral and written communication skills

Qualifications

Required:

  • TS/SCI clearance
  • Bachelor's degree in science, technology, engineering and math
  • Minimum of 10 years’ experience with complex modeling, simulation and analysis tools
  • Strong Experience in space systems engineering leadership positions
  • Demonstrated experience in leading technical teams and performing integration activities
  • Technical and analytic understanding of satellite and ground system interaction
  • Ability to work in fast paced environment with excellent oral and written communication skills

Preferred:

  • Master’s degree in science, technology, engineering and math
  • 12 years’ experience with satellite fire control systems
  • Experience DoD and or IC customers

Additional Information

BryceTech offers a full range of benefits, including competitive salary, a comprehensive health plan including dental and vision coverage, company-paid life & disability insurance policies, 401(k) plan with company match, and an educational reimbursement program.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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