Systems Engineer- Software

Overview

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 software-intensive 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 software-enabled 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 software-centric 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 model-based systems engineering (MBSE) efforts

Support lifecycle readiness activities and risk assessments for software-enabled capabilities

Provide technical input to acquisition documents and program reviews

Senior Systems Engineer

Lead end-to-end systems engineering for large or complex software-intensive 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 enterprise-level technical reviews and readiness assessments

Identify and mitigate technical risks associated with software, integration, and system interoperability

Mentor junior and mid-level 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 data-driven 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.