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Sterling,VA

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Software Engineer (Top Secret Clearance)

Actalent

Sterling, VA 20163

$60-$90/hr
OnsiteUrgently HiringHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

$60.00 - $90.00/hr.
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D; for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Top Secret Clearance
Active Top Secret clearance at the time of application.
Must be willing and able to commute to Dulles, VA and work fully onsite.
Bachelor's degree in a STEM field, ideally Computer Science or Engineering, and at least 5 years of software engineering experience for Level 3; or a master's degree and 3 years of experience; or a PhD. Experience may be considered in lieu of a degree with an additional 4 years of relevant work.
Bachelor's degree in a STEM field, ideally Computer Science or Engineering, and at least 8 years of software engineering experience for Level 4; or a master's degree and 6 years of experience; or a PhD and 3 years. Experience may be considered in lieu of a degree with an additional 4 years of relevant work.
Demonstrated professional software development experience on complex systems.
Hands-on Python application development experience.
Strong proficiency in C++ for production-grade software.
Experience working with satellite ground software, ground systems, or spacecraft-related applications.
Ability to develop applications using service-oriented or object-oriented architectures and message bus–based data exchange.
Experience with full stack development, including operating system, platform, and mission-specific layers.
Experience with Postgres or similar relational database technologies.
Experience with Ansible or similar tools for configuration management and infrastructure provisioning.
Familiarity with cloud infrastructure provisioning and deployment practices.
Knowledge of PKI and secure software development practices.
Experience performing static code analysis and remediating identified issues.
Experience or interest in UI/UX for mission or operations software interfaces.
Exposure to MATLAB for data analysis or modeling in support of space missions.
Experience working with satellite ground stations, spacecraft operations, or space-related systems.
Strong preference for candidates holding Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility or access.
Intellectual curiosity and a desire to work on hardware and software that operate in space.
Ability to thrive in a multidisciplinary engineering environment tackling complex problems such as radiation effects, autonomy, orbital mechanics, systems integration, and mission assurance.
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Entry Level Cyber Systems Engineer

General Dynamics Mission Systems

Manassas, VA 20110

$86,358/yr
~ 36 min OnsiteUrgently HiringFlexible ScheduleHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

Combined Salary Range USD $77,843.00 - USD $86,358.00 /Yr.
Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, health & wellness programs
Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field
Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire
Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information
Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required
Education: Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical discipline (recent graduate or graduating within the current academic cycle).
Foundational Knowledge: Basic understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals, network concepts (TCP/IP, ports, protocols), and standard operating system concepts.
Hands-On Exposure: Academic, internship, or project-based experience navigating and administering Linux and/or Windows operating systems.
Certifications: Current DoD 8570 / 8140 IAT Level II baseline certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+ CE , CySA+, or CCNA Security) or active progress toward one.
Tool Familiarity: Classroom, lab, or internship experience with vulnerability scanners (ACAS/Nessus), SCAP tools, or SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk).
Framework Awareness: Exposure to NIST SP 800-53 security controls, Risk Management Framework (RMF), or DISA STIG benchmarks.
Virtualization & Scripting: Basic familiarity with shell scripting (Bash, PowerShell, or Python) and virtualization platforms (KVM, VMware, or VirtualBox).
Hands-on Projects: Participation in collegiate cyber defense competitions (e.g., CCDC, CTFs), student engineering clubs, or personal homelab environments.
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Software Test Engineer

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Germantown, MD 20874

$47-$55/hr
~ 44 min OnsiteUrgently HiringHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

$47.00 - $55.00/hr.
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D; for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
At least 5–6 years of relevant experience in software testing, validation, and verification for high-reliability software products.
Hands-on experience in the medical device field, including work with relevant quality and safety standards such as ISO and IEC standards for medical devices.
Proven experience testing embedded software and firmware for electromechanical or embedded systems.
Strong experience in software test engineering, including test planning, test procedure development, and execution of verification and validation activities.
Experience documenting test results and engineering data within a Quality Management System (QMS) or related configuration/document management system.
Exposure to or experience with cloud technologies used for data storage and processing, such as AWS, Azure, or similar platforms.
Ability to review and interpret software requirements and translate them into effective test plans, test cases, and test protocols.
Experience working within an agile software development lifecycle and applying software quality engineering principles.
Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical discipline.
Experience with Python scripting, SQL queries, or related scripting languages for test development, automation, or data analysis.
Experience with software test automation tools and frameworks, including integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines.
Exposure to mobile application testing and other application software testing within a connected device ecosystem.
Familiarity with FDA 21 CFR Part 820 and its implications for software verification, validation, and documentation in medical devices.
Experience with validation of cloud-based systems and services, including testing of data storage, processing, and connectivity.
Knowledge of formal documentation management processes and best practices in regulated environments.
Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams on large, complex development efforts.
Motivation to contribute to a growing engineering team working on a major new product development initiative.
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Data Engineer

BAE Systems

Reston, VA 20191

RemoteHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

Full-Time Salary Range: $64926 - $110374
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Health savings accounts
A 401(k) savings plan
Disability coverage
Life and accident insurance
Employee assistance program
A legal plan
Discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Paid parental leave
Military leave
Bereavement leave
State sick leave
Bachelor's degree in an area related to the labor category (i.e., IT, Information Science, Computer Science, Data Science/Engineering) from a college or university accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education
8 years of experience conducting data engineering and visualization support, with at least a portion of the experience within the last 2 years
Intelligence Community experience preferred
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Systems Engineer

Gromelski & Associates

Manassas, VA 20110

~ 36 min Onsite

Salary Range: $95,000- $135,000
Benefits: We offer a competitive benefit package.
Job: Full-Time Employee, 40 hours/week
Prior professional or project based experience demonstrating technical problem solving ability
Entry level knowledge of systems engineering processes, requirements engineering, CONOPS development, interface design, system integration and/or verification/test to accommodate End to End Systems Engineering
Candidate with a BS or MS in Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline
Must be able to obtain and keep a DoD Secret Clearance which means you must be a U.S. Citizen
Prior experience working in military/defense program is desirable, but not required
Experience with developing and maintaining systems engineering documentation including
O Requirements
O System and subsystem design definitions
O Interface definitions
O Verification and Validation (V&V) methodologies
O Trade study outcomes/reports/recommendations
Experience with SysML, UML, and MBSE software (Cameo preferred)
Some experience with running applications, commands, and scripts within Linux
Some experience with performing tests with lab instruments such as oscilloscopes, and signal generators
Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Proactive/self-starter. Task driven with ability to work independently
Team player that takes ownership and develops relationships that fosters team success
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Engineering Operations Technician, DCEO

Amazon

Sterling, VA 20164

Urgently HiringFlexible Schedule
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Software Test Engineer – Power Platforms

Dev Technology Group

Falls Church, VA 22042

Flexible Schedule
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Systems Engineer Sr

Lockheed Martin Corporation

Manassas, VA 20110

~ 36 min OnsiteFlexible ScheduleEducation AssistanceHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

Full-Time Salary Range: $95900.00 - $178100.00
Medical, Dental, Vision
Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10)
401(k) match
Paid time off, Holidays
Parental Leave
EAP
Flexible Spending Accounts
Education Assistance
Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
4x10
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or related field) from an accredited institution with 5+ years of related experience; or comparable experience in lieu of degree
3+ years experience with systems engineering processes, with background in requirements development/management, system integration and verification/test to accommodate End to End Systems Engineering
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills - proficient with formulas, pivot tables, data visualizations, and VBA/macros for data-analysis tasks
Analytical mindset, with ability to interpret large amounts of data and present data in a meaningful way
Self motivated with a demonstrated sense of urgency and ownership, and accountability for tasks/assignments
Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with an ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and changes in deadlines
Excellent communication, organization, presentation, and collaboration skills, with the ability to interface with internal and external stakeholders with a high degree of technical and interpersonal competency
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance; this position will require a government security clearance
Experience with IBM DOORS and/or Engineering Lifecycle Management (ELM/DOORS Next) and Engineering Test Management (ETM)
Familiarity with Atlassian Jira and Confluence products, including experience with agile project planning, issue tracking, and collaboration tools
Experience applying System Engineering processes in an Agile environment
Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering principles and tools
Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and principles
Knowledge of system and software architecture concepts, such as containerization and cloud technologies
Familiarity with Linux, Git, and/or Matlab
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Senior Systems Engineer

SAIC

Springfield, VA 22153

~ 35 min Onsite

Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000.
Bachelor's degree and 5 years or more experience providing technical project management and systems engineering in support of DoW and/or IC acquisition programs. Additional years of experience accepted in lieu of a degree.
Candidate must be a US Citizen.
An active TS/SCI with the ability to complete a counter-intelligence scope polygraph (CI Poly; post-hire).
An active TOP SECRET clearance with access to SCI and CI Polygraph.
Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as engineering, physical sciences, mathematics or operations research is desired.
Prior experience as a Navy Nuclear Officer or similar technical/engineering field.
Current/recent Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) or equivalent acquisition qualifications.
Familiarity with team and administrative collaboration and analysis tools such as Microsoft SharePoint, Excel, Access, and Project.
Familiarity with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) (SysML, UAF) including generating, analyzing and maintaining a digital model, and familiarity using MBSE software such as CAMEO Enterprise Architecture.
PMP or other professional certifications.

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Lead Hardware Engineer - Onsite position

Curtiss-Wright

Ashburn, VA 20147

$108,900-$150,000/yr
~ 18 min OnsitePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

Salary Range: $108,900 - $150,000 per year plus bonus
Paid Time Off
401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing
Health and Wellness Benefits
Learning and Development Opportunities
Referral Program
Competitive Pay
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Inclusive & Supportive Culture
Onsite position
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
Minimum 8 years of experience in DoD embedded systems and hardware design, including SBC, FPGA, switch, and I/O card development
Extensive experience designing mixed-signal, high-speed digital, analog, and low-power, high-current circuits in high-reliability environments
Strong experience designing high-density interconnect (HDI) PCBs, including complex multi-layer designs, multi-lamination processes, blind/buried vias, and uVia structures
Hands-on experience with Siemens Expedition DX Designer (SCH) and Siemens Expedition PCB tools
Ability to lead technical efforts, prioritize competing tasks, drive execution, and deliver results in high-pressure, schedule-driven environments
Demonstrated experience providing technical leadership, mentoring engineers, and guiding complex hardware designs from concept through production
Strong understanding of hardware architecture, design trade-offs, verification, qualification, and production support
Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with engineering teams, customers, and cross-functional stakeholders
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
US Citizenship required
Active DoD security clearance preferred
Master's degree preferred
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