Systems Engineer

Overview

Set of X is led by industry veterans who see government contracting as a good community with plenty of opportunity to go around. With a shared desire to give back, grow the community, and do great work, the Set of X team is building an elite group of engineers with a strong sense of shared responsibility and ownership

Because who you work with matters.

The System Engineer applies systems engineering principles across all phases of the system lifecycle, including Concept, Development, Production, Utilization, Support, and Retirement. This role involves close interaction with government stakeholders, program personnel, and senior leadership to address technical considerations, resolve issues, and ensure the integrity, quality, and completeness of deliverables. The position supports work across ISO/IEC 15288-defined process areas.

• Apply systems engineering principles across all lifecycle phases
• Interact with government representatives on technical issues, risks, and conflicts
• Communicate effectively with program personnel, stakeholders, and senior executives
• Ensure technical integrity and quality of deliverables across ISO/IEC 15288 process areas
• Perform systems engineering activities within Technical, Project, Agreement, and Enterprise Process Areas
• Develop and deliver work products across ISO/IEC 15288 process areas
• Analyze technical alternatives and provide recommendations
• Support and contribute to Project and Technical Process Areas
• Independently analyze and recommend design alternatives
• Assist in developing innovative engineering approaches
• Evaluate solutions for project implementation suitability
• Analyze and recommend engineering standards and processes
• Supervise or coordinate contractor engineers and technicians
• Lead systems engineering activities for projects, including oversight of engineering staff
• Approve delivery of work products across multiple process areas
• Independently make decisions regarding engineering methodologies and issues
• Brief stakeholders and present technical project status

• Strong understanding of systems engineering lifecycle processes
• Experience working within ISO/IEC 15288 process areas
• Ability to analyze technical alternatives and recommend solutions
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Experience leading technical teams and coordinating engineering efforts
• Ability to communicate complex technical information to diverse audiences
• Experience developing and delivering engineering work products
• Capability to work independently on technical design and engineering challenges

• Experience developing innovative engineering approaches
• Familiarity with enterprise and agreement process areas
• Prior experience briefing senior stakeholders or government leadership
• Experience establishing engineering standards and best practices
• Leadership experience overseeing large engineering efforts or teams

Bachelor’s degree in a Qualified Engineering Field or a related discipline from an accredited college or university plus ten (10) years of systems engineering experience.

A High School Diploma or GED plus fourteen (14) years of general systems engineering experience (any process area).

Master’s degree in a Qualified Engineering Field or a related discipline from an accredited college or university plus eight (8) years of systems engineering experience.

A PhD in a Qualified Engineering Field or a related discipline from an accredited college or university plus eight (8) years of systems engineering experience.

Clearance: TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.

We offer a comprehensive compensation package designed to support your well-being and professional growth. Our competitive base salary is complemented by an extensive benefits program, including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance:
  Comprehensive coverage to keep you and your family healthy.
• Life and Disability Insurance:
  Peace of mind with financial protection for you and your loved ones.
• 401(k) Plan:
  No personal investment required to benefit from a generous employer contribution, allowing you to maximize your take-home pay.
• Paid Time Off:
  Enjoy time…