Secret Systems Engineer

Post Date

May 14, 2025

Location

Boulder,
Colorado

ZIP/Postal Code

80301
US
Aug 01, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Perm

Category

Software Engineering

Req #

DEN-782708

Pay Rate

$125k - $175k (estimate)

Job Description

An employer in Boulder, CO is looking for a Senior Systems Engineer to join their growing government services team. This team is responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of critical defense systems through classic and modern Systems Engineering Techniques. This person will contribute to all phases of a system lifecycle inclduing CONOPS, requirements, architecture, design, development, integration, test, operations, and maintenance. They will maintain and develop system artifacts including requirements, architecture designs, ICDs, use cases, system flow diagrams, and test plans..

This is a full time, permanent role sitting on 3-5 days a week in Boulder, CO. The days not required in office are able to be remote flex, based on the need. This role is posted at $125,000 - $175,000/yr based on tenure, skillset, and skill level.

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Required Skills & Experience

Active DoD Secret security clearance (or higher)

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physical Sciences, Computer Science (Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of education)

Minimum of five (5) years of experience in Systems Engineering

Experience with multiple stages of the program lifecycle (design, integration, test, operations, maintenance)

Experience with technical risk identification and management strategies, as well as Verification and Validation (V&V) principles

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Experience with Jira and Confluence

Experience with Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR)

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.