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Technical SETA - STO

Arlington, VA · On-site

$100K - $230K/yr

... Science, Engineering, and Technical Advisory (SETA) candidate to provide onsite support to DARPA ... Salary Range: $100,000 - $230,000 (actual salary depends on overall experience) General Description ...

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Functional Expert II

Arlington, VA · On-site

$150K - $180K/yr

Salary Range: $150,000 - $180,000 Everforth ECS Federal is seeking a Functional Expert ll candidate ... DARPA Program Managers highly desirable. Area of concentration: Engineering and AI/ML.

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Technical SETA - STO

Arlington, VA · On-site

... Science, Engineering, and Technical Advisory (SETA) candidate to provide onsite support to DARPA ... Salary 80.00-105.00/hour * Ability to obtain and maintain DoD TS/SCI clearance * PhD in Physics ...

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Program Manager - BTO

Arlington, VA · On-site

... DARPA R&D environment. Salary Range: 160,000 - 230,000 General Description of Benefits * Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance. * Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business ...

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Subject Matter Expert III

Arlington, VA · On-site

$180K - $210K/yr

Salary Range: $180,000 - $210,000 Everforth ECS Federal is seeking a Subject Matter Expert III ... The successful candidate will support a DARPA program manager by participating in or leading all ...

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Technical SETA - MTO

Arlington, VA · On-site

$148K - $192K/yr

... Engineering, and Technical Advisory (SETA) candidate to provide onsite support to DARPA ... Salary Range: 100,000 - 220,000 General Description of Benefits * Ability to obtain and maintain a ...

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Technical Project Management SETA

Arlington, VA · On-site

... Science, Engineering, and Technical Advisory (SETA) candidate to provide onsite support to DARPA ... Salary Range: 120,000-180,000 General Description of Benefits * Master's degree in a STEM field

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As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for darpa engineer salary in the United States is $95,796.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $81,000.00 and $116,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Darpa Engineer Salary vs Systems Engineer?

AspectDarpa EngineerSystems Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's or higher in engineering or related field, security clearance often requiredBachelor's or higher in engineering, computer science, or related field, often with security clearance
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, government agencies, defense contractorsTechnology firms, defense contractors, government agencies
Industry UsagePrimarily defense, research, and government projectsBroad industry use including defense, aerospace, IT, and consulting

Darpa Engineers and Systems Engineers share similar credentials and work environments, often collaborating on defense and research projects. While salaries vary based on experience and location, both roles are highly specialized with competitive compensation in the defense and technology sectors.

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Scientist/Engineer II with Security Clearance

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Arlington, VA • On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

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Job Description Everforth ECS is seeking a Scientist/Engineer II to work in our Arlington, Virginia office. Please Note: This position is contingent upon contract award. Salary Range: $120,000 - $150,000 Everforth ECS Federal is seeking a Scientist/Engineer II candidate to provide onsite support to DARPA's Microsystems Technology Office (MTO). MTO plays a key role in breakthroughs and innovative technologies, which requires a superior level of technical, analytical, financial, and general administrative support encompassing a broad range of expertise in technologies and disciplines for existing and future DARPA MTO efforts. The successful candidate will support a DARPA program manager by participating in or leading all activities in project management, technical and programmatic risk analysis, program-funded test coordination, and coordination with members of the Department of Defense for transition. The candidate will also be responsible for coordinating meetings, assessing performer technical progress, projecting performer outcomes, and ensuring that project management best practices are followed by performers, independent verification and validation (IV&V) entities funded by DARPA, and within DARPA itself. Duties range from developing point papers, slide decks, and other materials that convey the need, status, and importance of a program to researching unique problem set ideas to aid in National Security priorities. Required Skills * Master's Degree * Active DOD Secret clearance of the ability to obtain one * 7+ years of experience * Experience at progressively more difficult levels in planning and developing technical projects of an R&D nature, concerned with unique or controversial problems which have an important effect on major DOW programs. * Demonstrated skill in conceiving, planning, and conducting research in problem areas of considerable scope and complexity requiring unconventional or novel approaches and sophisticated research techniques. * Demonstrated ability to make decisions independently on R&D engineering problems and methods, and to resolve important questions and to plan and coordinate work. * Demonstrated experience in the use of advanced techniques, theories, precepts, and practices in one or more DARPA technical areas is desired. Desired Skills * At least three (3) years extensive experience, background and knowledge of one or more DARPA programs is highly desirable. * Published articles in Field of Expertise highly desirable. #EverforthECS1 ECS Federal LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis any characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local jurisdiction law. is the federal segment of , a $4B global organization with over 10,000 employees. Our nearly 3,500 professionals deliver advanced technology solutions in data and AI, cybersecurity, and enterprise transformation, serving defense, intelligence, and federal civilian agencies. Our work powers mission-critical outcomes, strengthens technology partnerships, and creates meaningful opportunities for our people. We are defined by a commitment to excellence in delivery, a culture of innovation, and an environment where talent can thrive and grow. We value: * Attracting and developing top talent and high-performing teams * Fostering a culture that is engaging, accountable, and mission-driven Meet the challenge. Make a difference with Everforth ECS!

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