Ground Systems Engineer

OverviewVTG is looking for a Systems Engineer - Software in Chantilly, VA. (Note: Contingent upon program award) The Systems Engineer - Software supports NRO programs by assisting in the engineering and integration of software‐intensive mission systems. This role focuses on requirements traceability, system documentation, interface support, and verification activities under the guidance of senior engineers. The engineer applies foundational systems engineering principles to support the full lifecycle of NRO systems, with emphasis on software, data flows, and system interfaces.What will you do?Junior Systems EngineerAssist with requirements decomposition, allocation, and traceability (e.g., system → subsystem → software component)Support development and maintenance of system artifacts (requirements documents, interface control documents, CONOPS inputs)Assist in verification and validation (V&V) planning and execution for software‐enabled systemsSupport integration and test activities involving software, data, and infrastructure componentsParticipate in technical reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR) as a supporting engineerCollaborate with software developers to ensure alignment between requirements and implementationMid-Level Systems EngineerLead or independently execute requirements analysis and decomposition for software‐centric systemsDevelop and maintain system and software interface documentationEvaluate system designs for technical feasibility, risk, and alignment with NRO enterprise standardsSupport digital engineering and model‐based systems engineering (MBSE) effortsSupport lifecycle readiness activities and risk assessments for software‐enabled capabilitiesProvide technical input to acquisition documents and program reviewsSenior Systems Engineer* Lead end‐to‐end systems engineering for large or complex software‐intensive systems* Architect and evaluate system and software solutions to meet mission needs* Oversee requirements traceability from mission objectives through software implementation and verification* Lead or support enterprise‐level technical reviews and readiness assessments* Identify and mitigate technical risks associated with software, integration, and system interoperability* Mentor junior and mid‐level systems engineers* Serve as a trusted technical advisor to NRO program and government leadership* Expert knowledge of systems engineering principles and lifecycle processes* Deep understanding of software architectures, cloud and enterprise systems, and data‐driven architectures* Experience with MBSE, digital engineering, and enterprise integration* Ability to lead technical teams and interface with senior government stakeholdersDo you have what it takes?* TS/SCI with Poly Required* Bachelor's Degree; Preferred Concentration: Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related disciplineJunior Systems Engineer* 1-4 years experience; with relevant experience on a program or organization at the same size/scope.Mid-Level Systems Engineer* 5-9 years experience; with relevant experience on a program or organization at the same size/scope.Senior Systems Engineer* 10+ years experience; with relevant experience on a program or organization at the same size/scope.