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Systems Engineer

Systems Engineer

ManTech International

Remote

$116K - $194K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 24 days ago

ManTech rating

9.0

Company rating: 9.0 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

27th of 205 rated software companies

Job description

General information
Requisition #
R67783
Locations
USA-Remote Work
Posting Date
05/14/2026
Security Clearance Required
None
Remote Type
Fully Remote
Time Type
Full time
Description & Requirements
Elevate your career with MANTECH International Corporation! Join a dynamic team dedicated to national security through cutting-edge technology. Since 1968, MANTECH has led in delivering advanced solutions to government intelligence, the Department of Defense, and Federal Civilian sectors. Dive into innovation in Digital Transformation, Cybersecurity, IT, Data Analytics and Software Development. Your journey to impactful work and rapid growth starts now-be extraordinary at MANTECH!
***This is for a future opportunity***
MANTECH seeks a highly motivated, career and customer-oriented Systems Engineer (L4) to join our Intelligent Engineering Practice. This is a remote position where you will lead the Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) approach to developing systems models for a cutting-edge Proliferated Low Earth Orbit (PLEO) global communications network.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Designing, developing, and implementing complex, modular, and extensible representations of satellite communications (SATCOM) architectures using Cameo.
  • Leading the derivation of intermediate logical layers using "middle-out" inference techniques to identify innovative solutions based on high-level technical data.
  • Architecting multi-domain models capturing space, ground, and user segments while ensuring end-to-end API connectivity for the System's Pathway Portal.
  • Generating and maintaining systems software engineering policies and procedures for configuration control and version history using Teamwork Cloud (TWC).
  • Ensuring system models are successfully implemented to guarantee compatibility with USSF workflows and DoW digital thread environments.
  • Communicating complex concepts to stakeholders and influencing teams to adopt advanced MBSE methodologies.
  • Working with all stakeholders to ensure complete and functioning systems that meet all requirements and technical standards.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
  • 7+ years of relevant systems engineering experience in defense or aerospace environments.
  • Advanced proficiency in Cameo Systems Modeler and SysML (1.6 or v2 equivalent).
  • Demonstrated experience developing model-based architectures for SATCOM, space systems, or complex defense platforms.
  • Hands-on experience modeling application programming interfaces (API) or system interfaces within digital workflows.
  • Proven ability to work independently, solving complex problems with specialized depth and minimal guidance.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Active OCSMP (OMG-Certified Systems Modeling Professional) or similar MBSE credentials.
  • Deep understanding of Multi-Orbit/Multi-Band (MOMB) mission planning or hybrid-space architectures.
  • Familiarity with modeling complex telecommunications standards, such as Lifecycle Service Orchestration (LSO).
  • Self-starter with excellent people skills who can drive change and technical excellence throughout an organization.

Clearance Requirements:
  • Must be U.S. Citizen with ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance

Physical Requirements:
  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
  • Frequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering high-level technical presentations to executive stakeholders. Frequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations.
  • Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

The projected compensation range for this position is $116,400.00-$194,900.00. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, MANTECH invests in its employees beyond just compensation. MANTECH's benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, short-term and long-term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.
MANTECH considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with MANTECH, please email us at careers@mantech.com and provide your name and contact information.

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