Senior Systems Engineer

Senior Systems Engineer
Ft. Meade Area, MD · Government/Military
Clearance Required: TS/SCI with Polygraph 
Full-Time | Fully Funded | $150K - $200K | 40 Hours/Week

Keep the Mission Running. 
Helm Point Solutions is a woman-owned cybersecurity and physical security firm supporting the nation’s most critical systems and infrastructure.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Systems Engineer to provide technical leadership and systems engineering expertise in support of mission-critical capabilities. This position plays a key role in shaping the next generation of cloud-based architectures and solutions that enable strategic intelligence operations.

The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of systems engineering principles, strong experience with cloud-based architectures (AWS preferred), and the ability to collaborate closely with government stakeholders and mission partners to define, design, and deliver advanced capabilities.

What You’ll Do
In this role, you will:

• Apply systems engineering principles throughout the entire systems lifecycle — from concept and development through deployment, sustainment, and retirement.

• Serve as a key technical liaison, engaging with government stakeholders, mission partners, senior leadership, and program personnel to resolve complex technical issues and ensure mission alignment.

• Lead and contribute to one or more process areas defined by ISO/IEC 15288

• Conduct requirements discovery and documentation as part of developing a comprehensive System Architecture Document, including

• Support the assessment of existing requirements, applications, and infrastructure to identify necessary tools, services, and solutions for mission modernization.

• Perform analysis of alternatives (AoA) to inform architectural decisions and recommend scalable, secure, cloud-based solutions that align with mission objectives.

• Contribute to the design and implementation of updated architectures and solutions deployed in AWS or other cloud environments.

What You Bring
Required Qualifications:

• Education & Experience:

  • High School Diploma/GED 14 years of systems engineering experience

  • OR Bachelor’s degree in a qualified engineering field 10 years of systems engineering experience

  • OR Master’s degree in a qualified engineering field 8 years of systems engineering experience

  • OR Ph.D. in a qualified engineering field 8 years of systems engineering experience

• Demonstrated expertise applying systems engineering practices across the system lifecycle, including requirements definition, architecture design, verification/validation, and transition.

• Proven experience supporting requirements documentation and solution development for evolving mission needs.

• Working knowledge of cloud architectures and system migration planning (AWS preferred).

Why Helm Point?
We’re not just filling seats — we’re building careers. At Helm Point, every team member matters. You’ll be part of a close-knit company that:

• Listens to your career goals
• Rewards your contributions
• Invests in your growth

Benefits include:

• CareFirst Gold Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Profit Sharing & Performance Bonuses
• Annual Education & Training Allowance
• Leave Buy-Back Program
• Community Engagement Opportunities

Next Steps
If you’re interested in this or similar opportunities, let us know in your application.

Apply now or email your resume to recruiting@helmpoint.com to start a confidential conversation.

Salary : $150,000 - $200,000