Senior‑Level Systems Engineer

Job Title Senior‑Level Systems Engineer Why IDS? IDS believes in resolving conflict, building innovative approaches to do so. Combining operational expertise with an intimate understanding of today’s greatest challenges, we bring our customers the solutions required for success in a complex and multidimensional world. IDS tailors solutions for a diverse range of government, military, nonprofit, and public‑sector clients. Locations Annapolis Junction, MD Shifts Available Shift times are general hours; some projects may require earlier or later reporting based on customer requirements. Job Description IDS is seeking a Senior‑Level Systems Engineer to support the definition and implementation of system architecture for an Agent Knowledge Management System utilizing an agentic framework for automated knowledge extraction. The engineer will work closely with project leadership to manage system integration, deployment strategy, compliance, testing, validation, and lifecycle sustainment. Key Duties Collaborate with project leadership to manage system integration efforts across multiple components and teams Develop, maintain, and execute deployment strategies and processes to ensure smooth product delivery Coordinate technical efforts across engineering, data science, and UX teams to support integrated delivery Ensure compliance with system standards and best practices through testing, validation, and lifecycle sustainment Decompose project requirements into actionable technical tasks and specifications Develop and maintain technical plans, milestones, and support code review activities Maintain system architecture, integration, and deployment documentation Conduct security, performance, and quality audits to ensure compliance Requirements Bachelor’s degree with nine (9) years of relevant experience, or Master’s degree with seven (7) years, or Doctoral degree with five (5) years Degree in Engineering, Physics, Astronomy, or a related technical field (e.g., Computer Science, Mathematics) Experience designing and sustaining engineering systems across the full system lifecycleExperience decomposing requirements and supporting system integration efforts Familiarity with Agile development and CI/CD practices Active TS/SCI with Polygraph Compensation Salary range: $150,000 – $170,000 Benefits Employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds, but may vary depending on the position. Regular and predictable attendance is essential. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr IDS International