Space Systems Engineer-DARPA, TS/SCI
Arlington, VAFull-timeSeen 2w agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago
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Blue Sky Innovators seeks a mid-level Systems Engineer for a full-time role supporting advanced defense and space systems. The engineer will apply systems and mission engineering principles, translating operational needs into technical requirements and analyzing capability gaps. The position is contingent on program approval and is on-site at a client location in Arlington, Virginia. An active TS/SCI clearance is required.
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Description Seeking a mid-level Systems Engineer for a full-time position, contingent on program approval. The level of effort is 100% (1 FTE), with time dedicated to applying systems and mission engineering principles for development of advanced defense and space systems. Position Requirements: - Direct technical knowledge in specialized national security domains such as space operations, missile defense, long-range fires, or related strategic capabilities. Understanding of operational concepts, system architectures, and emerging technologies supporting advanced defense missions. - Demonstrated systems engineering expertise with systematic, top-down approaches to designing and developing complex systems with a focus on translating operational needs into specific technical requirements. - Experience employing mission engineering methodologies to identify and analyze critical capability gaps. - Development and management of technology roadmaps, including planning for the development and integration of new technologies to meet future operational needs - Knowledge of the entire lifecycle of RandD projects, from concept to delivery, in a fast-paced environment - Experience operating in fast-paced environments that emphasize rapid prototyping, iterative development, and accelerated capability delivery. - Demonstrated ability to coordinate and lead technical efforts across diverse stakeholders including government organizations, military services, national laboratories, and industry partners to develop and field advanced capabilities. Additional Details: - Work Location: On-site at the client site in Arlington, VA. Clearance Requirement: Active TS/SCI Blue Sky Innovators, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a qualified job seeker with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access http://www.blueskyinnovators.com as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, please email us at [email protected] and provide your name and contact information. Please note: this is only for job seekers with disabilities requesting an accommodation.
How this job compares
Set against the 11,457 open Systems Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 3, 2026.
- Pay
- This postingNot listed
- Virginia median$120–184K/yr832 salary ranges
- US median$56–70/hr446 hourly ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 1,048 open Systems Engineer jobs in Virginia and 11,457 across the US. 5% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Experience
- Systems Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 3 to 8 years (9,561 postings).
- Education
- 4,551 of the 11,457 open Systems Engineer jobs (40%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
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