Systems Engineer (Electrical Engineering)

Job Requirements McLean, VA Top Secret/SCI Full Scope Polygraph Senior Level Career (10+ yrs experience) Salary not specified Join Premium to unlock estimated salaries Job Description Careers at Systems Engineer (Electrical Engineering)

REQUIRED

Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph

LOCATION

Full-time, onsite in

McLean, VA LEVEL:

Subject Matter Expert We're looking for a Systems Engineer with an Engineering degree (Electrical Engineering preferred) and 7 to 20 years of experience who's as comfortable troubleshooting a system failure as you are presenting at a milestone review. You will drive complex technical developments from first requirement through final deployment — across both hardware and software — with the engineering rigor to get it right and the technical range to make it work.

Who We Are:

We offer advanced services in data science, data engineering, software engineering, AI solutions, cybersecurity, staff augmentation, and IT program management. Passionate Integrity, Driven by Excellence Ardent Principles offers a competitive salary range and a comprehensive, industry‑leading benefits package designed to support long‑term stability and employee well‑being. We provide more than a position—we offer a workplace committed to excellence, integrity, and mission‑focused impact. Our mission is to act as a bridge between satisfied clients and fulfilled employees, ensuring that your job and well‑being are our top priorities because your satisfaction leads to the success of our clients. Join us as we continue building the future of secure, high‑impact solutions. Department Data Analysis and Technology Services Employment Type Full Time Location McLean, VA Workplace type Onsite Key Responsibilities In this challenging yet rewarding role, you are an integral part of what brings our Company's mission to life. You must have the following required skills, certifications and demonstrated experience in and/or with: Engineering degree, preferably Electrical degree with 7 to 20 years of experience. Expertise in systems engineering supporting the end-to-end lifecycle of complex technical developments involving hardware and software. Drafting requirements, engaging 3rd party vendors, managing formal program reviews, generating test plans and guiding troubleshooting. Identifying and championing new technical solutions. Technical development on both very short and intermediate timelines. Supporting the customers' contracting processes. Customer formal documentation systems and strong ability to draft technical documentation for different audiences. Hands-on-technical validation and testing of technical systems, including test plan development, testing coordination, and test report documentation. Engineering or technical background with strong ability to apply technical domains of RF systems network infrastructure, communication protocols, quality standards, and manufacturing. Willingness to travel both domestically and overseas to support development and deployment of technical systems (travel up to 10%).

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

Support technical staff to broaden technical capabilities through 3rd party contracts and internal partnerships. Draft documentation and support the contracting process through SSJ, SOW, requirements, etc. products. Foster communication between partners to ensure high-quality products are delivered on-time and on-budget Develop expertise in special areas and serve as a technical SME on designated topics. Secure approvals and conduct field tests of systems under development. Contribute to the approval process for the deployment of technical systems as technical SME. Coordinate stakeholder engagements, such as user requirements sessions. Lead technical efforts that support the O&M of deployed systems. Highly Desired Qualifications Other skills and demonstrated experiences that are highly desired but not mandatory to perform the work, include: Working with satellite communications/systems. Computer networking. Using Customer technical tools.

What We Offer You Highly Competitive Salary:

Recognizing and rewarding your expertise and contributions.

Generous Paid Time Off:

Providing ample time for rest, relaxation, and personal pursuits.

Dedicated Training Budget:

Supporting continuous learning and professional development. 100%

Employer-Covered Family Vision, Dental, and Health Insurance:

Ensuring comprehensive health coverage for you and your family. 100%

Employer-Covered Life and Disability Insurance:

Offering financial security and peace of mind. 401(k) Plan with a 6%

Employer Match:

Helping you plan and save for a secure retirement, with 100% vesting from day one. 11

Paid Government Holidays:

Observing national holidays to ensure time off with family and friends. Spot Bonuses for

Exceptional Performance:

Rewarding outstanding contributions and achievements.

SCHEDULE

This is a full-time position with consultants expected to be available and working onsite in McLean, VA during core hours. Ready to take the next step in your career? Join us and be part of a team dedicated to driving positive change through technology. Apply now with our easy 3-minute, mobile-friendly initial application process. Your future starts here! About Ardent Principles, Inc. At Ardent Principles, we're more than just a technology company - we're a team of innovators, problem-solvers, and collaborators dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Our mission is to empower organizations with transformative IT solutions and program management services, while our values of integrity, excellence, and teamwork guide everything we do. We foster a culture of open communication, where every voice is heard, and every idea is valued. Join us and be part of a company where your contributions truly make a difference. Apply Now Our Hiring Process Stage 2: Phone Screen Stage 3: Client Review Stage 4: Offer Stage 5: Hired Stage 1: Application Review Stage 2: Phone Screen Stage 3: Client Review Stage 4: Offer Stage 5: Hired Stage 1: Application Review Stage 2: Phone Screen Stage 3: Client Review Stage 4: Offer Stage 5: Hired 1 2 Find out more Not quite right? Register your interest to be notified of any roles that come along that meet your criteria. Register Your Interest Apply Now Department Data Analysis and Technology Services Employment Type Full Time Location McLean, VA Workplace type Onsite View all opportunities at Ardent Principles, Inc. Apply Now Ardent Principles, Inc. Privacy Policy Cookies Powered by Cookies We use cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. Accept allReject all Settings Cookie preferences We use cookies to ensure the basic functionalities of the website and to enhance your online experience. You can choose for each category to opt-in/out whenever you want. For more details relative to cookies and other sensitive data, please read the full privacy policy . Strictly necessary cookiesStrictly necessary cookies These cookies are essential for the proper functioning of our website. Without these cookies, the website may not work properly. NameDomainExpirationDescription _pinpoint_session pinpointhq.com As soon as browser window is closed Allows us to associate file uploads to our file storage provider with your form submissions LSW_WEB ardentprinciples.pinpointhq.com As soon as browser window is closed Allows our load balancer to send your specific traffic to the same backend server LSW_WEB app.pinpointhq.com As soon as browser window is closed Allows our load balancer to send your specific traffic to the same backend server cc_cookie ardentprinciples.pinpointhq.com Six months Saves your decisions about these cookies so we don't need to ask every time Analytics and Performance cookiesAnalytics and Performance cookies These cookies allow the website to remember the choices you have made in the past NameDomainExpirationDescription ahoy_visitor pinpointhq.com Two years We use an internal metrics collector to understand interactions with our website over time ahoy_visit pinpointhq.com Four hours We use an internal metrics collector to understand interactions with our website over time Accept allReject all Save settings group id: 90833557 Apply now