Senior Systems Engineer

General information

Requisition # R64188 Locations USA-DC-Washington Posting Date 11/13/2025 Security Clearance Required Secret Remote Type Onsite Time Type Full time

Description & Requirements

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MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Senior Systems Engineer to join our team working in Washington D.C. This is an onsite position.
 

In this role the Senior Systems Engineer will provide critical engineering support focusing on the development and modernization of Navy computing infrastructure. You will be part of a fast-paced team environment that supports the evolution of shipboard systems, leveraging your expertise to solve complex systems engineering challenges. 
 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Support strategic planning and execution of initiatives to modernize computing and data center infrastructure across U.S. Navy combat ships
• Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure projects meet objectives, stay on schedule, and remain within budget
• Participate in the full program lifecycle, including requirements development, risk analysis, implementation, and stakeholder engagement
• Analyze program performance data to identify trends, assess risks, and develop effective mitigation strategies
• Design infrastructure solutions that account for the physical constraints of shipboard environments, including power, cooling, and space limitations
• Prepare technical documentation, including program status reports, system specifications, and stakeholder presentations
• Facilitate team meetings and communications to maintain alignment on project goals and deliverables
• Assist with developing and executing risk management plans to ensure program success
   

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a technical or business field and 10+ years of relevant engineering experience; OR
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field and 15+ years of relevant engineering experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of Navy Combat System modernization programs
• Experience with requirements definition and system design activities
   

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience in DoD systems architectures, design, development, test and evaluation
• Expertise in U.S. Navy Surface Ship Combat Systems engineering
• Familiarity with DoD/DoN systems engineering policies and lifecycle processes
• Experience with commercial and military hardware development intersections
   

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