Solution Train Engineer (STE) TS/SCI Poly

A career at BCT LLC means being part of something bigger than yourself. Our success comes from the dedication of our people and their commitment to delivering meaningful solutions for our customers and their missions. If you're looking for a supportive, team-oriented workplace where collaboration and shared success matter, we invite you to explore a career with BCT LLC.

About the job:

BCT LLC is seeking a System Engineer Level 4 (SE4) who will serve as the Solution Train Engineer (STE) within a Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) environment. The STE SE4 will serve as the servant leader and coach for the Solution Train supporting a High-Performance Computing (HPC) program. This role provides expert advisory and technical assistance services to government program leadership while facilitating the execution of large, complex solutions requiring multiple Agile Release Trains (ARTs), suppliers, and specialized high-performance computing systems. This position combines SAFe Solution Train leadership with advanced systems engineering expertise to support PAC's mission of developing data processing systems, high-performance computing systems, mission repositories, and analytic capabilities.

In addition, you will:

• Apply systems engineering principles throughout the systems life cycle phases: Concept, Development, Production, Utilization, Support, and Retirement. Interacts with the Government regarding Systems Engineering technical considerations and associated problems, issues, or conflicts.
• Communicate with other program personnel, government overseers, and senior executives.
• Responsible for the technical integrity, quality, and completeness of work performed and deliverables associated with one or more of the 25 process areas defined by ISO/IEC15288:
• Technical Process Area - Stakeholder Requirements Definition, Requirements Analysis, Architectural Design, Implementation, Integration, Verification, Transition, Validation, Operation, Maintenance, and Disposal.
• Project Process Area - Project Planning, Project Assessment and Control, Decision Management, Risk Management, Configuration Management, Information Management, and Measurement.
• Enterprise (Organizational Project-Enabling) Process Area - Project Portfolio Management, Infrastructure Management, Lifecycle Model Management, Human Resource Management, and Quality Management.
• Agreement Process Area - Acquisition and Supply.

Technical Competencies:

• Deep understanding of SAFe principles, practices, and competencies at the Solution Train level
• Expert knowledge of Agile Release Train operations and coordination
• Strong knowledge of Agile, Scrum, Kanban, Lean, and DevSecOps practices
• Understanding of Lean Portfolio Management and Value Stream concepts
• Experience with multi-ART coordination, dependency management, and solution-level planning
• Knowledge of system requirements management, interface control, and configuration management
• Experience with requirements traceability, verification, and validation approaches
• Proficiency with configuration management and version control systems
• Experience with collaboration tools supporting distributed teams (MS Teams, Confluence, SharePoint)
• Ability to create technical diagrams and visualizations
• Familiarity with scheduling tools (MS Project, Primavera)
• Exceptional facilitation skills for large, diverse audiences across multiple organizations
• Proven servant leadership mindset with demonstrated coaching ability
• Ability to lead without authority and influence across organizational boundaries
• Experience facilitating consensus-building and conflict resolution in complex environments
• Capability to manage and coordinate multiple concurrent activities and stakeholder groups
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills for technical and executive audiences.

Required Education:

• A High School Diploma or GED plus fourteen (14) years of general system engineering experience.
• A Bachelor's degree in a Qualified Engineering Field or a related discipline from an accredited college or university, plus ten (10) years of systems engineering experience.
• A Master's degree in a Qualified Engineering Field or a related discipline from an accredited college or university, plus eight (8) years of systems engineering experience.
• A PhD in a Qualified Engineering Field or a related discipline from an accredited college or university, plus eight (8) years of systems engineering experience.

Salary Range: $173,000-247,000

The above salary range is a general guideline; however, BCT-LLC considers several factors when determining base salary offers, including the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills, and current market conditions.

What We Offer
• Very competitive 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Independent 401(k) and Investment Advisory Services
• BCT-Funded Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health/Dental/Vision Coverage
• Competitive PTO & Federal Holiday package
• Life/AD&D/Disability Coverage paid 100% by BCT
• Generous Employee Referral Program
• Tuition/Training Reimbursement
• Gym Membership Program
• Pet Adoption Program
• Several Scholarship Opportunities- available to BCT family members/dependents

Our Story

Founded in 2006, BCT LLC is a small business built on a strong foundation of core values: Humility, Respect, Integrity, Loyalty, Kindness, Gratitude, Innovation, and Initiative. These principles guide everything we do and drive our commitment to delivering exceptional service to every customer.

Headquartered in Annapolis Junction, Maryland, BCT proudly supports clients throughout the DMV region and beyond. With more than 70 years of combined experience supporting National Security missions, our leadership brings deep expertise, insight, and dedication to the work we do. At BCT, our employees are at the heart of our success. Team members benefit from a highly supportive, hands-on home-office staff and leadership that is genuinely invested in their growth, well-being, and long-term success. Simply put, BCT delivers the small-business experience unlike any other-come see the difference.

BCT LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All facets of employment, including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based solely on merit & business need. Candidates and Employees will never be subject to discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, genetic information, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.