Engineer IV

Engineer IV

At B&A, we foster and embrace a distinct set of values that we live by and instill in all aspects of our organization: dedication, commitment, partnership, trust, and recognition. We have incorporated these values into successful delivery for our customers since 1988. B&A believes in ensuring its employees feel deeply connected to B&A, recognizing successes and hard work, and providing continuous opportunities to learn and grow. Our people are entrepreneurial thinkers that combine mindset, vision, and experience to drive value – not only to us as an organization, but to the clients we support. We promote a collaborative culture with our clients, and with each other, as one team working towards a common vision. We'd love for you to join our team

Job Summary

B&A is looking for an Engineer IV to join a contract with a federal government client in support of an important mission. We are seeking someone with experience integrating hardware/software systems in environments like NCS or ICS. Candidates should have strengths in cybersecurity, DevOps, or machine learning, and be proficient in languages such as Java, Python, Go, or C++. This role focuses on delivering secure, scalable, and intelligent systems for critical infrastructure. 

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of secure, scalable, and intelligent hardware/software systems in mission-critical environments.
• Integrate and troubleshoot systems within NCS, ICS, warehouse automation, and other complex infrastructure platforms.
• Develop high-quality software using Java, Python, Go, C++, and support modeling/simulation using MATLAB, R, or Python.
• Apply cybersecurity principles, DevOps practices, or machine learning techniques to enhance system performance and resilience.
• Interpret and work from electrical schematics, network diagrams, and system architectures to diagnose and resolve issues.
• Contribute to system engineering processes using CMMI, OMG, UAF, or DoDAF MBSE standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including systems engineers, cybersecurity professionals, and data specialists, to meet mission and technical objectives.
• Provide technical leadership, participate in design reviews, and support documentation and knowledge transfer activities.

Education and Experience

• Master's degree (MS) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Information Science, AI, or a related technical field from an ABET-accredited program. 
• 10+ years of professional engineering experience in systems, electrical, or electronics engineering.
• Hands-on experience integrating and troubleshooting hardware/software systems in environments such as NCS, ICS, warehouse automation, or other complex infrastructure platforms.
• Experience developing software in Java, Python, Go, or C++.
• Experience applying cybersecurity principles, DevOps practices, or machine learning techniques in mission-critical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, network diagrams, and system architecture documentation.
• 5+ years applying CMMI, OMG, UAF, or DoDAF MBSE standards (preferred).
• Technical leadership experience, including participation in design reviews and mentoring junior engineers.

Required Skills

• Proficiency in Java, Python, Go, or C++ for software development.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and secure system design.
• Hands-on experience with DevOps practices, CI/CD workflows, and infrastructure automation.
• Experience with modeling and simulation tools such as MATLAB, R, or Python.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, network diagrams, and system architectures.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills in complex, mission-critical environments.
• Effective collaboration and communication skills across multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to provide technical leadership and participate in design reviews and knowledge transfer.

Desired Skills

• Experience with machine learning, AI techniques, or predictive analytics.
• Familiarity with CMMI, OMG, UAF, or DoDAF MBSE methodologies.
• Background in large-scale or complex system environments such as control systems, automation, or critical infrastructure.
• Experience with Agile development frameworks; Agile Developer or Certified Scrum Developer certification preferred.
• Advanced expertise in system integration, cybersecurity tools, or automation frameworks.
• Additional experience with analytical tools, simulation environments, or data science workflows.
• Strong technical documentation, requirements analysis, and systems engineering process skills.

Security Clearance

• Active Secret Clearance

Certifications

• One of the following DOD IAT-Level III Certifications: CASP+ CE, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP (or Associate), GCED, or GCIH.

More About B&A:

Notable Clients
B&A has grown to be a company that is trusted by our clients for exceptional service, innovative solutions, and inspired employees. Our service extends through federal, state, and local Government, the private sector, and higher education. Some of our notable clients include Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Senate, U.S. Courts, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Navy, and more.

Benefits and Programs

B&A is proud to offer three robust individual and family medical plans to full time employees, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) option as well as two tiers of dental coverage, vision, life & AD&D, disability, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance. In addition to these benefits, B&A employees enjoy paid time off, B&A sponsored trainings and certifications, pet insurance benefits, commuter transit benefits and a free subscription to a virtual exercise platform (NEOU). B&A's 401(k) plan is available to all employees and includes a company matching contribution.

B&A has launched several programs to focus on employee engagement, wellness, and assistance. These include:

• The B&A Cares program: 30/60/90-day wellness check ins, personal development, financial management, and stress management seminars, and more
• A formal mentorship program
• Job shadowing and cross training opportunities
• Brand Ambassador program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Access to various support resources to include counseling, legal guidance, financial planning, and more
• Monthly teambuilding events
• B&A Annual Wellness Challenges: #StepWithB&A, #WalkDuringLunchWithB&A, #VolunteeringWithB&A, #ExerciseDuringLunchWithB&A, and more

At B&A, we place significant importance on improving the communities and lives of citizens across the nation through our involvement, technology expertise, and employees. B&A puts an emphasis on charitable efforts in the Northern Virginia area, including Capital Area Food Bank pantry drives, book donations, Hope for Henry Foundation events, and many more. In recognition of all these efforts, B&A has been named a Companies as Responsive Employers (CARE) award recipient by Northern Virginia Family Services and nominated by the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce for Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Award.

EEO

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B&A participates in e-Verify. We provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 Form to confirm work authorization.