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Penta Research

Systems Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

Huntsville, AL Full Time Security Clearance: Active Secret Clearance required. & Position Responsibilities: Penta Research is seeking a full-time Systems Engineer who will be working onsite ...

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As of Jul 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time systems engineer secret clearance in the United States is $127,215.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $98,000.00 and $157,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Systems Engineer Secret Clearance vs Full Time Network Engineer Secret Clearance?

AspectFull Time Systems Engineer Secret ClearanceFull Time Network Engineer Secret Clearance
CredentialsTypically requires a security clearance, engineering certifications, and technical degreesRequires security clearance, networking certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP), and relevant technical degrees
Work EnvironmentDesigning, developing, and maintaining complex systems, often in defense or government sectorsManaging and securing network infrastructure within government or defense environments
Employer & IndustryPrimarily defense contractors, government agencies, aerospaceDefense contractors, government agencies, telecommunications

Both roles require security clearance and technical expertise, but Systems Engineers focus on system design and integration, while Network Engineers specialize in network infrastructure and security. The choice depends on your technical interests and career goals within defense and government sectors.

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Senior Manager, Systems Engineer - SECRET CLEARANCE

Senior Manager, Systems Engineer - SECRET CLEARANCE

Intermedia Group, Inc.

Waco, TX

$190K - $220K/yr

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

OPEN JOB: Senior Manager, Systems Engineer – SECRET CLEARANCE
JOB LOCATION: Waco, TX
***relocation packages offered
***Schedule: 9/80; Every other Friday off 
BASE SALARY: $190,000 to $220,000
Job Description:
  • Actively seeking a Systems Engineering Senior Manager with a SECRET CLEARANCE for Waco, TX for a direct hire opportunity.
  • We are looking for a senior professional with strong knowledge of Systems Engineering and/or Cybersecurity, and a broad knowledge of project management.
  • The ideal candidate would be able to manage Systems Engineering teams performing complex modification/integration efforts. 
  • They would be able to communicate within and outside of the Systems Engineering functional group to gain cooperation on operational processes, practices, and procedures and make moderate to substantial improvements to systems and processes, as needed.
  • The Systems Engineering Senior Manager would contribute to achievement of departmental goals and operating plans with direct impact on the departmental results.
 
Essential Functions:
  • Lead and mentor a diverse team of technical engineers in support of multiple business areas
  • Recommend tactics and strategies that will directly impact the achievement of overall business or functional results
  • Forecast Systems Engineering Manpower needs based on Program and Potential demand forecast
  • Determine hiring needs and conduct searches to onboard needed System Engineers
  • Facilitate effective interaction between project engineers, program management and customers.
  • Support proposal development activities including labor estimation (BOE creation and review) and technical response development
  • Establish training requirements for continued professional development of the team to meet business goals
  • Establish and manage department overhead budget and ensure staff has the tools and equipment needed to effectively conduct their roles
  • Capable of Problem Solving, Team Leadership, Strategic Thinking / Planning, Communication, IPT / Cross Functional Behavior, Accountability, and Critical Thinking.
  • Review program budgets and schedules with SE program teams
  • Prepare and deliver effective presentations to communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical professionals, including senior level management
  • Represent L3H during interactions with military and commercial customers
  • Author/review physical architectures incorporating vendor equipment into airborne systems for military and commercial customers
  • Ensure programs translate customer requirements into unique verifiable system level requirements
  • Lead/Review the systems engineering trade study process
  • Evaluate trade studies for accuracy and completeness

Qualifications: 
  • Bachelor’s Degree in an appropriate engineering discipline (Electrical, Mechanical, Systems, Software, Physics, etc.) and minimum 12 years of prior relevant experience or Graduate Degree and a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience.
Preferred Additional Skills:
  • Secret Clearance
  • Experience in systems engineering activities is a plus:
    • Analysis of customer requirements, including system and sub-system trade studies
    • Analysis of detailed hardware and software specifications for systems, subsystems, and key components
  • Leadership - Task or IPT Leader and/or Functional Management
  • Entire Program/Engineering Life Cycle Phases and Activities
  • IRAD and Technical Baseline development/management
  • Requirements Management
  • Communications
  • Proposal Development
  •  
If you are interested in pursuing this opportunity, please respond back and include the following:
 
  • MS WORD Resume
  • required compensation.
  • Contact information.
  • Availability
 
Upon receipt, one of our managers will contact you to discuss the position in full detail.
STEPHEN FLEISCHNER
Recruiting Manager
INTERMEDIA GROUP, INC.
EMAIL: sfleischner@intermediagroup.com
LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevefleischner/