Software Systems Engineer

We are seeking a Software Systems Engineer to support the development of advanced mission planning and decision-support solutions. This role combines systems engineering and product ownership responsibilities within an Agile software development environment. The ideal candidate will help transform customer needs into system and software requirements while collaborating closely with software developers, engineers, and stakeholders to deliver innovative capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze customer requirements and translate them into system and software specifications.
• Perform requirements development, decomposition, and management throughout the engineering lifecycle.
• Define system interfaces, workflows, and operational concepts.
• Create and maintain user stories, acceptance criteria, and technical documentation.
• Support Agile software development teams throughout design, implementation, and testing.
• Develop engineering artifacts, reports, drawings, and formal documentation.
• Conduct trade studies and support technical decision-making.
• Participate in milestone reviews, design reviews, and engineering assessments.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to refine requirements and integrate customer feedback.
• Identify technical risks and support mitigation strategies.
• Contribute to UI/UX concept development and validation activities.

Required Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain additional program access.
• Experience in Systems Engineering, Requirements Engineering, or related technical disciplines.
• Experience developing and managing system and software requirements.
• Understanding of systems engineering processes and lifecycle activities.
• Experience working in Agile development environments.
• Ability to create and maintain technical documentation and engineering artifacts.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience serving as a Product Owner or similar role.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Windows-based applications and cloud-hosted solutions.
• Experience supporting software development teams.
• Knowledge of interface control documentation, requirements flow-down, and verification activities.
• Exposure to Linux environments.
• Understanding of software development principles and technologies such as C++.

What You'll Bring

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to balance technical, schedule, and cost considerations.
• Experience working across multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• A customer-focused mindset with the ability to translate operational needs into technical solutions.

Benefits of the Role

• Opportunity to work on complex, mission-critical technologies.
• Exposure to modern Agile software development practices.
• Career growth across both technical leadership and product ownership tracks.
• Collaborative engineering environment with highly skilled technical teams.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Redondo Beach, CA.

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $90.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • 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)

This is a fully onsite position in Redondo Beach,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 6, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.