Senior System Engineer (TS/SCI with Full Scope Poly) S}

ARKA Group, LP•Herndon, VA

20d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Senior Systems Engineer in Herndon, VA. You will work with a team building an operational software and AI system. A critical part of your role will include evaluating and integrating external tools, hands-on software testing, and adjudicating user feedback. You will bridge the gap between the customer's mission domain and our software engineering and AI teams to ensure solutions genuinely address operational pain points.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, systems engineering, IT, or related engineering field
At least 5 years of professional experience working in software development or systems engineering
Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills and engagement with virtual teams
Effective cross-organizational communicator with the ability to work well in a small team and fast paced agile environment
Ability to translate mission requirements into software and AI requirements and features
Ability to manage requirements to include requirements traceability
Ability to develop and execute test procedures that verify software requirements
Working knowledge of Scrum and Agile Software Development Methodology
Ability to work at an off-site location
Active TS/SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance with adjudicated Full Scope Polygraph

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of AI/ML concepts, tools, and technology
Experience with UI/UX design, prototyping tools, or user-centered design methodology
Experience with using automated tests for formal requirement verification
Experience with government Site Acceptance process and procedures
Experience in working with software-defined interfaces that use either XML or JSON to both document and implement
Demonstrated business acumen and ability to balance technical requirements with business needs
Familiarity with Cloud Architectures and deployment requirements for US Government
Experience in the operational deployment of multi-product baselines and functionality
Experience with Cameo modeling tools
Experience developing a software architecture using digital tools
Experience with DOORS or DOOR Next Gen
Experience with Gitlab
Current IAT Level II or III certification (i.e. Security+, CISSP, or CASP)

Responsibilities

Elicit and define stakeholder needs through user engagement
Translate stakeholder needs into software and AI system specifications
Evaluate and integrate external tools into operational software
Perform end-to-end requirements management including creation, decomposition, traceability, flow-down, verification tracking, and compliance matrices
Develop and execute test procedures to verify ad validate system requirements; generate formal test documentation
Support the development, integration, and validation of software and AI-enabled capabilities by collaborating with cross-functional teams throughout the software development lifecycle
Participate in program milestone events including customer meetings, government testing events, and discrepancy report review boards
Minimal travel estimated to be once per quarter

Benefits

Comprehensive medical/vision/dental insurance packages
Company contributions to qualified HSA accounts
401k retirement plan with industry leading company contributions
3 weeks of vacation accrual per year plus time off for sick leave and unscheduled life events
13 paid holidays
Upfront tuition assistance for approved degree programs
Annual bonus program based on company and employee performance
Company paid life insurance, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance
4 weeks paid Parental Leave
Employee assistance program (EAP)