Systems Engineer

Systems EngineerWe are seeking a Systems Engineer to join our team and support our client in Ashburn, VA. The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of system design, software requirements, and the relationship between technical architecture and business objectives. This role is ideal for a professional who can bridge user needs, software design, and systems integration while contributing in a collaborative Agile environment.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Develop software and system requirements that align with mission objectives and business needs.Support the analysis and review of software architectures operating across multiple platforms and technologies.Evaluate solutions involving environments and languages such as RHEL, C/C++, Java, and Python.Assess the interaction between software and hardware components to ensure overall system effectiveness.Gather and interpret end-user needs and help translate them into functional software design inputs.Contribute to the development of design documentation, requirements artifacts, and solution planning materials.Work collaboratively within a large Agile development team.Work Experience and Job Skills:Experience working directly with the design, testing, integration, or operation of systems with significant software requirements.Experience developing requirements specifications, design documentation, user interface mockups, and related software design artifacts.Experience incorporating user feedback into solution design and refinement activities.Experience developing Agile design artifacts and supporting iterative delivery.Familiarity with software architecture concepts across multiple operating systems and programming environments.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and systems thinking skills.Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with audiences at varying technical levels.Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.Education:Bachelor's Degree in a technical field is required.Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of strict degree requirements, based on client standards.Certificates, Licenses and Registrations:Relevant systems engineering, Agile, or technical certifications are a plus.Additional certifications may be considered based on program requirements.Communication Skills:Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to gather information, clarify requirements, and translate technical concepts for different audiences.Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively across technical teams and stakeholders.Clearance Requirements:Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust position and favorable suitability determination based on a CBP background investigation is required.Travel:This is a hybrid position based in Ashburn, VA, with onsite support expected one to two days per week and additional onsite presence as required by mission needs.Environmental Requirements:Mainly a routine office environment.May be required to lift up to ten (10) pounds.Flexible in working extended hours.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Unissant management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. In addition, where applicable and available, reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of this position.Please note: Candidate(s) will be required to go through pre-employment screening.Unissant, Inc. is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer! (EOE; M/F/Disability/Vets)