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Senior Software Systems Engineer with Security Clearance

JHNA
JHNA Salary
Patuxent River, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 5/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/31/2026
Overview: JHNA is currently seeking a talented Senior Software Systems Engineer. This individual will perform Software Systems Engineering for the acquisition, development and sustainment of various programs supporting aircraft and weapons systems for NAVAIR at NAS Patuxent River, MD. Roles/Responsibilities:

  • System resource evaluation; software requirements evaluation; design evaluation; software definition, code and unit test; integration test; software delivery and independent test; software quality assurance; and software configuration monitoring.
  • Conduct reviews of Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) products.
  • Participate in System Engineering Technical Reviews (SRRs, SSRs, PDRs, CDRs, TRRs, etc.) evaluating supporting work products to Government standards.
  • Participate in all software life-cycle reviews from requirements analysis, preliminary design, detailed design, integration, and test.
  • Review and comment on proposed system requirements, based on Government provided information.
  • Verify the system requirements meet the stated program objectives. Support program reviews and periodic program status meetings.
  • Support the Engineering Change Proposal (ECP) process.
  • Support Statement of Work and CDRL development.
  • Support technical evaluations of Contractor proposals.
  • Make recommendations regarding human systems engineering. Experience with DOD-STD-2167A/MIL-STD-498/IEEE 12207 is preferred. Required Qualifications:
  • BS or BA degree in a Technical Discipline.
  • Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen with an Active Secret Clearance.
  • At least ten (10) years of experience in Software/Systems Engineering supporting DoD aircraft systems, DoD weapons systems, DoD mission systems or DoD support systems, consisting of the design, development, integration and system testing of computer hardware and software.
  • Experience with Systems Software, Systems-of-Systems engineering, model-based systems engineering, or systems safety & reliability is desired.
  • Experience in military aircraft avionic systems and software is desired. JHNA is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employees. The salary range for this position is $150,000-$165,000.00. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. JHNA/TSA provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance. JHNA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

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