System Engineer

Razor is seeking an experienced System Engineer to provide technical leadership in the design, development, integration, and implementation of complex systems for a federal government customer. This position involves leading systems engineering efforts, developing technical architectures, managing system requirements, and ensuring the successful integration of hardware and software components throughout the system development life cycle.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in systems engineering, architecture development, requirements management, technical integration, and system-level analysis, with demonstrated expertise leading complex engineering initiatives.

Clearance Requirements

• Active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph (FSP) required.

Location & Work Arrangement

• Locations: Hanover, MD 21076 / Annapolis Junction, MD 20701
• Work Arrangement: 100% onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Lead systems engineering activities, including requirements analysis, system architecture development, design, integration, and testing.
• Analyze user requirements, concepts of operations, and high-level architectures to develop comprehensive system requirements and technical specifications.
• Provide technical direction for the development, engineering, integration, and testing of complex hardware and software systems.
• Develop and maintain systems engineering documentation, including System Engineering Plans, requirements specifications, Interface Control Documents (ICDs), and system architecture documentation.
• Manage system requirements, derived requirements, and technical baselines to ensure traceability and alignment with established architectures.
• Develop and implement system architectures using DoDAF and Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) principles.
• Conduct and approve end-to-end system trade analyses to optimize performance, reliability, maintainability, and other operational considerations.
• Use validated models, simulations, and prototypes to reduce technical risk and system development costs.
• Evaluate alternative system designs based on life cycle costs, technical complexity, scalability, operational risks, and long-term requirements.
• Lead or participate in Configuration Control Board (CCB) activities, technical design reviews, and system integration planning.
• Establish and maintain configuration management processes for hardware, software, and associated technical documentation.
• Identify, assess, and manage technical risks, including developing mitigation strategies, alternative approaches, and contingency plans.
• Support risk monitoring and evaluation using Earned Value Management (EVM) data.
• Develop and enforce applicable engineering standards to ensure system consistency, interoperability, and technical compliance.
• Participate in Analysis of Alternatives (AoA) activities and recommend solutions based on technical feasibility, cost, risk, and operational requirements.
• Define and manage system interfaces, including software data characteristics and hardware electrical and mechanical specifications.
• Improve system integration strategies and coordinate engineering activities across multiple technical teams.
• Collaborate with government stakeholders, engineering teams, and program leadership to resolve complex technical challenges and maintain the integrity of system deliverables.

Required Qualifications

• 20 years of experience in Systems Engineering supporting programs or contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
• Demonstrated experience planning and leading systems engineering efforts.
• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university. Five additional years of Systems Engineering experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree.
• Extensive experience with systems engineering processes, requirements analysis, development, and management.
• Experience designing and implementing complex system architectures and technical solutions.
• Knowledge of DoDAF, SOA, and system architecture principles.
• Experience leading system integration, interface management, verification, and testing activities.
• Experience developing technical documentation, system requirements specifications, and engineering plans.
• Experience conducting system trade studies, technical risk assessments, and Analysis of Alternatives.
• Knowledge of configuration management, requirements traceability, and system baseline management.
• Experience applying engineering standards and evaluating system performance, reliability, and maintainability.
• Strong technical leadership, analytical, problem-solving, documentation, and communication skills.

Employer Information

Razor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Benefits Overview

Razor offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability insurance; a 401(k) plan; paid time off and paid holidays.