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Job Title: Space Systems Engineer

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local

Anticipated Posting End: 11/13/2027

The Opportunity: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Systems Engineer who excels at decomposing complex problems to support our client in designing and actualizing the next generation space mission landscape. This role requires a professional who can think strategically while executing tactically – translating evolving operational needs into scalable, maintainable, and technically-sound solutions.

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented professional experienced in requirements gathering, implementation, verification and leverages this knowledge to comprehend and guide discussions on complex end-to-end system and enterprise architectures. This position supports sensitive national security programs and requires an active Top Secret/SCI security clearance. Candidates with an active CI-Polygraph are strongly preferred; however, qualified candidates who possess a Top Secret clearance and are eligible and willing to obtain a CI-Polygraph are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities:

Represent and advocate on behalf of the product teams in technical engagement and solutioning with Government stakeholders and external development teams

Produce high-quality technical documentation and architecture diagrams that effectively communicate and maintain records of requirement and design changes

Identify opportunities for automation, integration, and continuous improvement

Participate and support team readiness ahead of system-to-system and enterprise test events led by cross-contract Integrator

Support program Product Managers (ProdMs) in gathering requirements from technical engagement and decomposing into tactical development tickets

Support program Leadership in reviewing and forecasting future Roadmap initiatives

Qualifications:

Required:

Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance with active CI Polygraph or the ability and willingness to obtain a CI Polygraph

Bachelor’s degree in systems engineering, software engineering, or a technical field (or equivalent experience)

5+ years of experience in systems engineering, systems integration, solution architecture, or related technical disciplines

3+ years of experience with mission management applications3+ years of experience supporting enterprise testing and/or enterprise system integration

Strong understanding of systems engineering principles and the software development lifecycle (SDLC)Experience integrating software applications, enterprise systems, APIs, databases, and distributed technologies

Strong technical writing skills with experience producing architecture documentation (DoDAF), interface control documents (ICDs), system diagrams, procedures, and engineering artifacts

Excellent communication and collaboration skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Demonstrated ability to independently prioritize work, manage multiple efforts, and deliver high-quality solutions in dynamic environments

Experience with Agile development and/or Scrum methodologies

Experience utilizing Atlassian tool suite (Jira, Confluence)

Available to work full-time, in-person in a secure office environment in Sterling, VA, Denver, CO, or Sarasota, FL. Role does not provide remote or hybrid opportunity.

Desired:

Experience with cloud platform providers, such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), and associated cloud tools and services

Familiarity with REST APIs, microservices, message queues, and distributed system architectures

Knowledge of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), enterprise architecture, or digital engineering practices

Experience designing or implementing automation that improves operational efficiency and reduces manual effort

What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range :

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.

The proposed salary range for this position is: $82,100-$172,400

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.