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AEGIS Based Defense Lead Systems Engineer

Parsons Corporation
Dahlgren, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/16/2026
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Job Description

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented AEGIS Based Defense Lead Systems Engineer to join our team! In this role you will get to be part of a Talented and mission oriented professional team of federal engineers, active-duty Naval Officers and Contract staff who are willing to roll up their sleeves and get missile defense capability out to the Fleet. You will also be part of a team of some of the best and brightest Engineers and scientists our country has to offer.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Support the Aegis-Based Defense (A-BD) Lead Systems Engineer, Digital Engineering Lead, and Requirements Lead.
  • Lead the pilot efforts of incorporating Model-Based System Engineering (MBSE) and digital engineering into the A-BD system.
  • Lead the development of a sysML A-BD System model for use in architecture definition, requirements development, and requirements verification.
  • Oversee developing program specific representations within the A-BD System model being a liaison between digital engineering, requirements engineering, and the modeler.
  • Provide implementation guidance and system understanding and facilitates the interaction between the communities.
  • Oversee sysML model of the A-BD Engineering organization and its processes in support of a more dynamic and responsive Systems Engineering Team.
  • Drive the continuous digital transformation of the fleet's premier combat system.
  • Integrate a vast array of technical, operational, and intelligence functions, ensuring the Aegis-Based Defense remains effective against evolving threats and delivers a decisive advantage to the warfighter.
  • Lead the adoption of modern frameworks and tools, with a focus on Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).
  • Develop and maintain integrated digital models that serve as the single source of truth for rapid, collaborative development.
  • Establish standard operating procedures for the digital engineering environment, managing model product creation, and Integrated Digital Data Environment (IDDE) Accounts Request and Management.
  • Support the Transformation Task Force's mission to field advanced capabilities to the warfighter with increased speed and scale.


What Required Skills You'll Bring

  • US Citizenship with Active Secret Clearance
  • Master’s Degree in STEM
  • 12 years of relevant experience
  • Mastery of MS Office suite and familiarity with collaborative tools such as Jira, Confluence or Teams
  • sysML experience as well and MBSE Experience


What Desired Skills You'll Bring

  • Active TS/SCI Clearance
  • Prior experience with Aegis Weapons Systems
  • Experience with Missile Systems Engineering
  • Technical experience in one of the following areas: Fleet operations, systems engineering, missile systems, Aegis Qualifications, etc.


Security Clearance Requirement

An active Secret security clearance is required for this position.

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $134,100.00 - $241,400.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.

Salary : $134,100 - $241,400

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