MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Senior Systems Engineer to join our team in Lexington Park, MD This is an onsite position.
The Senior Systems Engineer will drive the development and sustainment of next-generation Navy Weapons Systems. They will serve as a technical linchpin, bridging the gap between complex engineering requirements and Navy Acquisition Processes. Working directly with the Integrated Program Team Lead (IPTL), they will influence the entire lifecycle of critical defense assets—from pre-Milestone A analysis to high-stakes rapid acquisition and legacy sustainment.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Integrating new capabilities, defining system gaps, and establishing baseline requirements across the portfolio
Developing critical technical specifications, comprehensive system documentation, and long-term engineering roadmaps
Coordinating complex engineering activities throughout the design, integration, test, and fielding phases
Analyzing manufacturer proposals, conducting rigorous trade studies, and performing detailed technical reviews
Providing strategic risk management insight and mitigation strategies for complex systems
Collaborating with Government personnel, contractor teams, and subject-matter experts to ensure alignment with program objectives
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related field with 10+ years of progressively responsible engineering experience
Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies and automation tools such as CAMEO or IBM Rhapsody
Experience with systems engineering, research, development, and technical execution in schedule-constrained environments
Experience defining system gaps, establishing requirements, and developing technical documentation or roadmaps
Experience conducting formal trade studies, analyzing technical proposals, and managing engineering risks
Proficiency with standard enterprise productivity software and strong professional communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP certification) or relevant engineering certifications
Self-starter with excellent people skills - able to work across teams, organize meetings/boards, and drive change throughout an organization
Clearance Requirements:
An active TS/SCI clearance
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
Frequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations.
Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
MANTECH is more than a technology company. We are a company dedicated to service, and we consider our work a part of the public trust. The people of MANTECH are privileged to work for the security of the United States, the welfare of our service members and veterans, the protection of our communities, and the cause of better health care.
We have served the nation for more than 57 years, and in that time we have continually changed and grown to provide the technology that government needs to meet new challenges. We seek people with the same strong ethic of service, creativity, energy, and dedication to serving our country.
We are comprised of more than 9,800 talented employees around the world. Nearly 40% of our employees are veterans. Many others come from the Intelligence Community, Homeland Security and federal civilian agencies. We understand our customers’ challenges because we know their world firsthand.
When Federal managers and military leaders face tough challenges in cyber, data collection & analysis, enterprise IT or systems and software engineering, they turn to MANTECH to get the job done right. These professionals trust MANTECH and stay with us for years because we understand their needs and tackle their most complex challenges head on. They know that reaching their goal is our ultimate objective.
