Systems Engineer

Position: Systems Engineer Location: Bedford, MA (On-site) Clearance: TS/SCI Job Description: Our client is seeking a highly skilled Systems Engineer to provide advanced technical and systems engineering expertise across complex defense programs. This role involves applying engineering principles and innovative problem-solving to develop, evaluate, and enhance systems and technologies that support mission objectives. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in systems engineering, digital engineering, and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), with the ability to influence strategy and guide program decisions through analytical insight and technical leadership. Essential Duties and Responsibilities (but not limited to): Apply and adapt engineering principles, standards, and methods to address unique and complex technical challenges. Research, design, and develop solutions that extend existing engineering concepts and technologies. Provide expert technical consultation and guidance to senior management and program stakeholders. Integrate digital engineering and MBSE practices throughout all phases of the system lifecycle. Evaluate new technologies, engineering methodologies, and emerging industry trends for potential application. Conduct systems-level analysis, trade studies, and performance evaluations to support mission and design objectives. Lead or contribute to the development of new engineering standards, methods, or models. Assess risks, recommend mitigations, and support system and program risk management activities. Analyze system performance and ensure alignment with cost, schedule, and security requirements. Incorporate resiliency and system security principles into engineering designs and architectures. Conduct feasibility assessments, concept development, and decision analyses for proposed solutions. Perform validation and verification of system designs, develop testing criteria, and evaluate results. Provide systems integration oversight to ensure interoperability among subsystems and external interfaces. Prepare technical documentation, reports, and presentations summarizing findings, recommendations, and performance metrics. Support communication system integration and open architecture frameworks (e.g., Open Mission Systems) for NC3 modernization efforts. Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline (advanced degree preferred). Minimum of 10 years of experience in systems engineering or a related engineering field. Proven expertise applying engineering theories and principles to solve complex technical and operational problems. Experience supporting system design, development, testing, and sustainment activities. Strong understanding of digital engineering and MBSE concepts and tools. Ability to assess and evaluate the impact of emerging technologies, methodologies, and strategies. Skilled in developing technical recommendations, performing trade analyses, and influencing engineering decisions. Excellent communication, analytical, and technical writing skills. Adaptable and proactive, with the ability to learn and lead in a dynamic environment. Must be a United States Citizen with an active Top Secret clearance and SCI eligibility. POST-OFFER BACKGROUND CHECK IS REQUIRED. Digital Prospectors is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Digital Prospectors affirms the right of all individuals to equal opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment. Come see why DPC has achieved: 4.9/5 Star Glassdoor rating and the only staffing company (< 1000 employees) to be voted in the national Top 10 Employees Choice - Best Places to Work by Glassdoor. Voted Best Staffing Firm to Temp/Contract For seven times by Staffing Industry Analysts as well as a Best Company to Work For by Forbes, Fortune and Inc. magazine. As you are applying, please join us in fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion by completing the Invitation to Self-Identify form today Job #18001