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Junior Systems Engineer

TSTC
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 11/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/9/2027

Who Are We?

TSTC is an award-winning, Woman Owned, HUBZone certified Small Business providing services to federal intelligence, law enforcement, civilian and defense agencies. Built upon our Total Service - Total Commitment® cornerstone, TSTC takes pride in our commitment to delivering excellence. Total Service - Total Commitment® is our commitment to our employees, to our teams, and to our clients. 


WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR: TSTC is a fast-growing small business supporting the federal government and we are looking for a Junior Systems Engineer for an immediate opportunity. The Systems Engineer will work independently and as part of a cross-functional team comprised of technical experts supporting an established and growing mission. You will need to quickly understand complex technical concepts, make assessments, and articulate your recommendations to the customer. The Systems Engineer/Architect should have experience in assessing systems and architectures, decomposition of systems and architectures, and be able to represent these systems and architectures in a visual and written form.

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Basic Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, sciences or related field
  • 3-5 years of systems engineering experience
  • Top Secret Security Clearance
  • Professional experience working in systems engineering.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively within or lead a team of peers, as well as excellent interpersonal and communications skills.
  • Must possess strong organizational, time management, and project management skills.
PREFERRED SKILLS
  1. Experience with Cameo EA software
  2. Qualitative Data Analysis
  3. LLM Prompting and AI assisted data analysis
  4. Power BI and Tableau
  5. Database basics

Or

  1. CBRN detection hands-on
  2. CBRN Hazard modeling
  3. CBRN exercise development
  4. Chemistry, Physics, or Bio lab science background
  5. Knowledge of narcotics interdiction and counterproliferation mission sets


Security Clearance and Where You'll Work
  • Applicants must undergo comprehensive client and corporate background check
  • Candidates must have an ACTIVE TOP SECRET clearance
  • SCI eligible.
  • Work 2 days per week at DHS Headquarters in Washington DC.


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$85,000 - $105,000 a year

The posted range is likely, however, is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. 

Salary will be based on experience, geographic location, and contractual requirements and may fall outside of the posted range. 

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Benefits at TSTC

Competitive Salary & Bonuses – Includes personal and team merit bonuses, with salary matching for 401(k) up to 3%.

Comprehensive Health Coverage – Multiple medical, dental, and vision plans, plus HSA and FSA options. 100% TSTC-paid life and disability insurance, including short- and long-term plans.

Flexible Work Options – Remote work allowed, flexible schedules, and telework opportunities. (varies per position)

Paid Time Off & Holidays – Generous PTO and paid holidays.

Professional Development – Continuous performance evaluation process… Dedicated annual budget for educational opportunities.

Comprehensive Wellness Programs - confidential employee assistance program (EAP). Wellness Resource Group and wellness programs throughout the year.

All TSTC employees operate according to the terms of the specific contract under which they work. They are responsible for fulfilling the duties of the specific job and are accountable for complying with the terms and conditions of their employment, the TSTC Code of Conduct, and with applicable federal, state and local laws.

As TSTC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, we follow current Federal Discrimination Laws and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment. TSTC does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment due to race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, age, sex, disability, veteran status and liability for service in the U.S. Armed Forces or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at HR@totalsystech.com or call us at (276) 496-4458.

Salary : $85,000 - $105,000

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