Overview Set of X is led by industry veterans who see government contracting as a good community with plenty of opportunity to go around. With a shared desire to give back, grow the community, and do great work, the Set of X team is building an elite group of engineers with a strong sense of shared responsibility and ownershipBecause who you work with matters.Responsibilities The System Engineer applies systems engineering principles across all phases of the system lifecycle, including Concept, Development, Production, Utilization, Support, and Retirement. This role involves close interaction with government stakeholders, program personnel, and senior leadership to address technical considerations, resolve issues, and ensure the integrity, quality, and completeness of deliverables. The position supports work across ISO/IEC 15288-defined process areas.Apply systems engineering principles across all lifecycle phasesInteract with government representatives on technical issues, risks, and conflictsCommunicate effectively with program personnel, stakeholders, and senior executivesEnsure technical integrity and quality of deliverables across ISO/IEC 15288 process areasPerform systems engineering activities within Technical, Project, Agreement, and Enterprise Process AreasDevelop and deliver work products across ISO/IEC 15288 process areasAnalyze technical alternatives and provide recommendationsSupport and contribute to Project and Technical Process AreasIndependently analyze and recommend design alternativesAssist in developing innovative engineering approachesEvaluate solutions for project implementation suitabilityAnalyze and recommend engineering standards and processesSupervise or coordinate contractor engineers and techniciansLead systems engineering activities for projects, including oversight of engineering staffApprove delivery of work products across multiple process areasIndependently make decisions regarding engineering methodologies and issuesBrief stakeholders and present technical project statusRequired Skills Strong understanding of systems engineering lifecycle processesExperience working within ISO/IEC 15288 process areasAbility to analyze technical alternatives and recommend solutionsStrong problem-solving and decision-making skillsExperience leading technical teams and coordinating engineering effortsAbility to communicate complex technical information to diverse audiencesExperience developing and delivering engineering work productsCapability to work independently on technical design and engineering challengesDesired Skills Experience developing innovative engineering approachesFamiliarity with enterprise and agreement process areasPrior experience briefing senior stakeholders or government leadershipExperience establishing engineering standards and best practicesLeadership experience overseeing large engineering efforts or teamsQualifications Bachelor's degree in a Qualified Engineering Field or a related discipline from an accredited college or university plus ten (10) years of systems engineering experience.A High School Diploma or GED plus fourteen (14) years of general systems engineering experience (any process area).Master's degree in a Qualified Engineering Field or a related discipline from an accredited college or university plus eight (8) years of systems engineering experience.A PhD in a Qualified Engineering Field or a related discipline from an accredited college or university plus eight (8) years of systems engineering experience.Clearance Clearance: TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.Total Compensation Package We offer a comprehensive compensation package designed to support your well-being and professional growth. Our competitive base salary is complemented by an extensive benefits program, including:Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive coverage to keep you and your family healthy.Life and Disability Insurance: Peace of mind with financial protection for you and your loved ones.401(k) Plan: No personal investment required to benefit from a generous employer contribution, allowing you to maximize your take-home pay.Paid Time Off: Enjoy time away from work to recharge.Technology Refresh: Upgrade your devices regularly, or opt for a year-end bonus if you don't need new tech.Training and Professional Development: A $5,250 annual budget for ongoing education, certifications, and professional memberships. Or use this annual benefit to repay a student loan tax-free.For a full overview of our benefits, please visit our benefits tab.Additional Perks and Benefits Stock Plan: Become an equity owner with a yearly stock grant—let's build the future together.Flex Leave and Exchange Plan: Take up to 8 weeks of leave for work-life balance or sell back unused time for double the value!Virtual Office Compensation: Monthly reimbursement for cell phone and internet services.Fringe Benefit Mall: Choose from perks like Uber rides, a beer of the month club, Amazon Prime, and Hello Fresh—whatever suits you best!Profit-Sharing Cash Bonus: Share in the company's success with an end-of-year cash bonus.Referral Bonus: Help us grow by bringing in top talent and earn a bonus for each successful referral.#J-18808-Ljbffr