Systems Engineer

Job Title: Systems Engineer - Active Secret Clearance Required
Job Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented Systems Engineer to support a cleared program, focusing on requirements management, traceability, and compliance documentation. The ideal candidate will have intermediate experience with Cameo, particularly in requirements traceability, and the ability to interpret and align technical specifications with certification standards. This role requires active participation in the development and validation of system requirements, as well as contributing to system documentation and compliance efforts.
Responsibilities

• Utilize Cameo to manage and trace requirements within a structured requirements database.
• Develop and maintain requirements traceability matrices (RTMs).
• Interpret and analyze technical specifications and ensure alignment with certification requirements.
• Review system artifacts against formal certification documentation and standards.
• Author requirements compliance statements to demonstrate adherence to program requirements.
• Draft and contribute to system-level documentation.
• Analyze Problem Reports (PRs) related to requirements and develop recommended resolutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure completeness, accuracy, and traceability of requirements.

Essential Skills

• Active Secret Security Clearance (required at time of hire).
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related technical field (or equivalent experience).
• Intermediate experience with Cameo, including requirements modeling and traceability.
• Experience working within a requirements database and trace environment.
• Strong ability to read and interpret technical specifications and certification documents.
• Experience developing traceability matrices and compliance documentation.
• Familiarity with systems engineering processes and lifecycle methodologies.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience supporting DoD or other cleared programs.
• Familiarity with requirements verification & validation (V&V) processes.
• Prior experience with model-based systems engineering (MBSE).
• Background working with certification or regulatory frameworks.
• Proficiency in C++ and Python.

Work Environment
This position requires onsite work in Grand Rapids, MI, within a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF).
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Grand Rapids, MI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $80.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Grand Rapids,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 11, 2026.
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