What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ground Systems Engineer position at VTG Defense?
VTG is looking for a Systems Engineer - Software in Chantilly, VA. (Note: Contingent upon program award) The Systems Engineer - Software supports NRO programs by assisting in the engineering and integration of softwareintensive mission systems. This role focuses on requirements traceability, system documentation, interface support, and verification activities under the guidance of senior engineers. The engineer applies foundational systems engineering principles to support the full lifecycle of NRO systems, with emphasis on software, data flows, and system interfaces.
What will you do?
Junior Systems Engineer
- Assist with requirements decomposition, allocation, and traceability (e.g., system subsystem software component)
- Support development and maintenance of system artifacts (requirements documents, interface control documents, CONOPS inputs)
- Assist in verification and validation (V&V) planning and execution for softwareenabled systems
- Support integration and test activities involving software, data, and infrastructure components
- Participate in technical reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR) as a supporting engineer
- Collaborate with software developers to ensure alignment between requirements and implementation
Mid-Level Systems Engineer
- Lead or independently execute requirements analysis and decomposition for softwarecentric systems
- Develop and maintain system and software interface documentation
- Evaluate system designs for technical feasibility, risk, and alignment with NRO enterprise standards
- Support digital engineering and modelbased systems engineering (MBSE) efforts
- Support lifecycle readiness activities and risk assessments for softwareenabled capabilities
- Provide technical input to acquisition documents and program reviews
Senior Systems Engineer
Lead endtoend systems engineering for large or complex softwareintensive systems
Architect and evaluate system and software solutions to meet mission needs
Oversee requirements traceability from mission objectives through software implementation and verification
Lead or support enterpriselevel technical reviews and readiness assessments
Identify and mitigate technical risks associated with software, integration, and system interoperability
Mentor junior and midlevel systems engineers
Serve as a trusted technical advisor to NRO program and government leadership
Expert knowledge of systems engineering principles and lifecycle processes
Deep understanding of software architectures, cloud and enterprise systems, and datadriven architectures
Experience with MBSE, digital engineering, and enterprise integration
- Ability to lead technical teams and interface with senior government stakeholders
Do you have what it takes?
- TS/SCI with Poly Required
- Bachelor's Degree; Preferred Concentration: Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related discipline
Junior Systems Engineer
- 1-4 years experience; with relevant experience on a program or organization at the same size/scope.
Mid-Level Systems Engineer
- 5-9 years experience; with relevant experience on a program or organization at the same size/scope.
Senior Systems Engineer
- 10 years experience; with relevant experience on a program or organization at the same size/scope.
VT Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.