Lead Systems Engineering Architect - TS/SCI

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible. Job Description CTI, a Parsons Company, is looking for an amazingly talented Lead Systems Engineering Architect to join our team! In this role, you will serve as a senior technical leader and Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Systems Engineering & Architecture, acting as the Product Owner Analyst (POA) for the Systems Engineering Team and providing direct technical counsel to the Chief Engineer and program business partners. What You’ll Be Doing Serving as the Principal Engineering Advisor & Architect, providing senior technical leadership and SME expertise in Systems Engineering & Architecture Acting as the Product Owner Analyst (POA) for the Systems Engineering Team, collaborating within the SAFe framework to groom and prioritize product backlogs and user stories Providing direct technical counsel to the Chief Engineer and program business partners, ensuring alignment with mission objectives Leveraging extensive experience in DoD and Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), academic research, and multi-domain architecture to shape technical strategy and prioritize best‑in‑breed solutions for critical mission requirements Overseeing system architecture, including design documentation, technical specifications, and architectural diagrams to support long‑term program objectives Analyzing user needs to define technical paths and refining conceptual designs into detailed specifications Participating in PI planning and retrospectives, recommending workflow automations and process improvements Promoting lab best practices and network topologies in compliance with DoD guidelines, and advocating for continuous team improvement Representing the program at technical reviews, stakeholder engagements, and industry events Required Clearance Must be a US Citizen Must have an ACTIVE TS/SCI Clearance What Required Skills You’ll Bring Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer/Systems Engineering, or a related field 15+ years of experience in software/systems engineering or technical architecture; additional years of experience will be considered in lieu of a degree Expertise in Multi‑Domain Defense Systems and Software Architecture Hands‑on experience with military/intel data standards (e.g., Cursor on Target (CoT), FMV & KLV, JSON) Proficiency with Apache Kafka (topics, producers/consumers, SASL/SCRAM, TLS) Experience with TAK Ecosystem (TAK Server, WebTAK, ATAK) and intel platforms using rich data models (e.g., TRAX or OMNI‑compliant databases) Proficiency with S3‑compatible storage (MinIO, AWS S3), microservices, network protocols (TCP/IP, gRPC), and Zero Trust (ZTNA) concepts (e.g., AppGate, SDP) Expertise in DDIL (Disconnected, Intermittent, and Limited) environments and fault‑tolerant system design What Desired Skills You’ll Bring Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer/Systems Engineering, or a related field Experience with Kafka federation Advanced data modeling, including OMNI vs. lightweight SA formats (CoT). Experience with DevSecOps, CI/CD pipelines, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) Familiarity with Cross‑Domain Solutions (CDS) and moving data across security classification levels Experience with Palantir Foundry Ontology, OSDK (Functions, Sinks), and data ingestion Security Clearance Requirement An active Top Secret SCI security clearance is required for this position. This position is part of our Federal Solutions team. Salary Range: $148,300.00 - $266,900.00 Benefits We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best‑in‑class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle! Equal Opportunity Employer Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Parsons