Lead Systems Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Revolutional delivers advanced technology solutions and mission support to federal agencies across civilian, health, and national security environments. We apply modern capabilities, including AI/ML, cloud, cybersecurity, and IT modernization to solve complex challenges, enable faster and more secure operations, and drive measurable mission outcomes.

We are redefining how federal technology gets built and delivered by operating with a product mindset, prioritizing speed, ownership, and execution over bureaucracy.

Lead Systems Engineer

Location: Suitland, MD (Hybrid)

Terms: Full-time

Clearance/Work Authorization: US Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust is required

Salary   Range: $160-190k DOE

Travel: 0-20%

Project Description

This position supports Revolutional's federal customer as part of an application transformation and modernization initiative.

This program is driving a large-scale transformation of systems into a data-centric, cloud-native ecosystem capable of supporting high-volume, near real-time data processing and advanced analytics. The work includes modernization of legacy applications, development of new cloud-native solutions, and implementation of DevSecOps and scaled Agile practices across the organization.

The core challenge: orchestrating complex, multi-contractor delivery while transforming both technology and operating models without disrupting mission-critical operations.

Position Description

As a Lead Systems Engineer at Revolutional, you will drive end-to-end systems engineering execution across a large-scale federal modernization program.

You will operate between architecture and delivery—ensuring that system designs are translated into working, integrated, and scalable solutions. You will lead engineering efforts across multiple teams, coordinating system integration, requirements alignment, and technical execution.

This role requires someone who can manage complexity across systems, enforce engineering discipline, and ensure delivery meets both technical and mission requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership across systems engineering efforts within the DTAM program
• Translate architectural designs into actionable engineering plans and execution
• Define and manage system requirements, interfaces, and integration points
• Lead system integration across applications, data platforms, and cloud environments
• Ensure systems meet performance, scalability, reliability, and security requirements
• Identify and resolve technical risks, dependencies, and integration challenges
• Support modernization efforts by engineering transitions from legacy to cloud-native systems
• Collaborate with architects, developers, data engineers, and program leadership to ensure alignment
• Drive adoption of DevSecOps practices, enabling automation, testing, and continuous delivery
• Participate in stakeholder discussions, providing technical insight and decision support
• Mentor engineering teams and enforce systems engineering best practices

Technical Environment

• Cloud-native transformation (AWS/Azure environments)
• High-volume, near real-time data processing systems
• Data-centric architectures and enterprise data ecosystems
• DevSecOps pipelines and CI/CD practices
• Scaled Agile delivery models
• Legacy system modernization and refactoring

What You Bring (Requirements)

Baseline Requirements

• US Citizenship with the ability to obtain a Public Trust
• 15+ years of experience in systems engineering, integration, or technical leadership roles
• Proven experience supporting large-scale, complex IT systems or modernization programs
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance

Technical Capabilities

• Strong experience with systems engineering principles, including requirements, integration, and validation
• Experience integrating complex systems across applications, data platforms, and infrastructure
• Experience working in cloud-based environments and modern distributed systems
• Understanding of DevSecOps practices and system engineering within CI/CD environments
• Ability to manage system complexity across multiple teams and technical domains

Core Strengths

• Strong ownership mindset with accountability for system-level outcomes
• Ability to translate complex technical designs into executable engineering plans
• Effective communication across technical teams and senior stakeholders
• Ability to operate in complex, fast-moving environments with multiple dependencies
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities with program-level impact

Nice to Have (Differentiators)

• Cloud certifications (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud)
• Agile certifications (Scrum, SAFe, or similar)
• Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP)
• Experience supporting large-scale federal programs
• Experience with large-scale data systems or real-time processing environments

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Here at Revolutional we are pleased to have been repeatedly recognized for our outstanding work culture, the innovative work we do, and the employees on our team who make a difference each day.  Some of these recognitions include:  

• Recognized as a Top 20 "Best Place to Work in Virginia"
• Recipient of Department of Labor's HireVets Gold Medallion
• Great Place to Work Certification for five years running
• A Virginia Chamber of Commerce Fantastic 50 company
• A Northern Virginia Technology Council Tech 100 company 
• Inc. 5000 list of fastest growing companies for eleven years
• Two-time SBA SBIR Tibbett's Award winner
• Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Certification

We recognize that every bit of our success is the result of our teams of hard-working, motivated, and innovative professionals who are proud to call themselves part of the Revolutional family!   In addition to competitive compensation, a family-focused culture, and a dynamic, productive work environment, we offer all full-time employees a variety of benefits including, but not limited to

• Traditional and HSA- eligible medical insurance plans 
• 100% employer-paid dental and vision insurance options 
• 100% employer-sponsored STD, LTD, and life insurance
• 5% 401(k) company matching
• Flexible-schedules and teleworking options
• Paid holidays and PTO Accrual Plans
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional development and career growth opportunities 
• Team and company-wide events, recognition, and appreciation-- and so much more! 

Check out our Revolutional | LinkedIn to find out a little more about who we are and if we are the right next step for your career!   

Revolutional is an Equal Opportunity Employer providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or genetics. Revolutional does and will take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.  To perform the above job successfully, an individual must possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed; meet the education and work experience required; and must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily.  Other duties in addition to those listed may be assigned as necessary to meet business needs.  Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable an applicant with a disability to successfully apply for and/or perform the essential duties of the job.  If you are in need of an accommodation, please contact View email address on ziprecruiter.com.

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