Systems Engineer III

Job PostingFort George G Meade, MD Top Secret/SCI Full Scope Polygraph Mid Level Career (5+ yrs experience) $124,000 - $181,000Job DescriptionSee all current opportunities at blackeagledefense.com/careers ABOUT Black Eagle Defense is a Maryland-based small business providing IT, Cybersecurity, and Consulting Services to the public sector. Our team thrives on continued learning, adaptability, and technical excellence. LOCATION Annapolis Junction, MD CLEARANCE REQUIRED Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph SALARY RANGE $124,000 – $181,000/year WHAT YOU'LL DO As a Systems Engineer III, you will:Provide critical expertise to ensure complex systems remain functional and aligned with stakeholder needsSupport system operability across concept, design, build, test, deployment, and disposalTranslate technical, cost, and schedule constraints into complete system solutionsPerform system planning, integration, verification, and validationConduct functional and trade studies, timeline analysis, and interface definition to convert requirements into clear technical specificationsWork as part of a motivated team to support mission successQUALIFICATIONS One of the following is required:PhD + 0 years experienceMaster's + 3 years experienceBachelor's + 5 years experienceTECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES Languages: Java, JavaScript, HTML/CSS, Docker, Ansible Tools & Platforms: Linux, GitLab, Maven, Gradle Dev Practices: Agile, Test-Driven Development (Junit, Selenium) PREFERRED EXPERIENCE Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) using CAMEO (preferred tool) Experience collaborating with software developers Ability to develop and describe knowledge-based technical solutions—highlighting the problem, technical approach, and key benefits like cost savings, efficiency, or time reductionBENEFITS Healthcare: CareFirst BlueChoice (Medical & Vision) Dental: Delta Dental Disability: Guardian (Short & Long Term) Life Insurance: Guardian 401k: Safe Harbor 401k with 6% match, 100% vested immediately Time Off: 20 days PTO + 11 federal holidays We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.