Systems Engineer

Systems Engineer

Location: Aurora, Co & Sterling, VA

Required Clearance: Top Secret/SCI with CI Poly

Since 1999, ITEC has been a powerhouse in supporting mission-critical programs for the DoD and Intelligence community, building a solid reputation along the way. At ITEC, we don’t just care for our employees—we champion them with competitive salaries, an outstanding employee care program, and a benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, and a 401k.

U.S. Citizenship Mandatory: Due to our US federal government contract, candidates for this position are required to be a US Citizen and will be subject to a background investigation.

Job Description:

ITEC is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer (MBSE) to provide enterprise-wide systems engineering and integration support within the Intelligence Community. The ideal candidate will apply Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and Digital Engineering practices to define system architectures, manage interfaces, and ensure traceability of requirements to technical solutions. This role involves developing and maintaining system models using tools such as Cameo Systems Modeler, as well as utilizing computer-based simulations to analyze and optimize the performance of complex systems.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM preferred) and a minimum of 8 years of prior engineering experience.
• Minimum of 6 (P3) or 8 (P4) years of prior engineering experience.
• Practical experience applying Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) principles, including system modeling with Cameo, or equivalent tools.
• Familiarity with Digital Engineering practices and tool chains to enhance design, integration, and test workflows.
• Experience with high level programming languages (e.g. Python).
• Demonstrated engineering technical abilities and project management experience.
• Experience collaborating with internal and external customers in a team environment (Government, Military, SETA, and Contractor).

Desired Skills:

• Experience with systems installation, integration, and test activities.
• Proficiency in relevant programming languages (Python, C , etc).
• Experience with Request for Change (RFC) impact reviews and assessment processes.
• Experience with customer NSIS requirements and rapid delivery methods.
• Evidence of strong customer relationships and stakeholder engagement.
• Experience working across contract and location boundaries.
• Proficiency with Atlassian JIRA, Confluence, and collaborative engineering tools.
• Ability to convey complex technical issues clearly through both oral and written communication.