System Engineer, Level 3

What You Will Do

As a Systems Engineer, you will support all phases of the systems engineering lifecycle, with a focus on system architecture design, integration, and documentation. You will work closely with a small, mission-focused team and regularly interact with users, customers, and cross‑functional engineering teams to design, modify, and sustain complex systems. This role requires a strong technical foundation, adaptability, and a willingness to learn new technologies in support of mission objectives.

• Support all phases of the systems engineering lifecycle, from requirements analysis and architecture design through integration, testing, and sustainment.
• Design and modify system architectures and produce required documentation and drawing packages.
• Integrate hardware and software components to ensure systems meet functional and performance requirements.
• Develop system diagrams, network drawings, and architecture documentation using Visio or similar tools.
• Work in both Windows and Linux environments to support system operations and integration efforts.
• Perform basic system administration tasks in support of development, test, and operational environments.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams, users, and customers to support mission needs and system enhancements.

• Strong systems engineering experience, including the development of technical documentation and system artifacts.
• Hands‑on experience with hardware and software integration.
• Experience working in both Windows and Linux operating environments.
• Proficiency with Visio or other diagramming and drawing applications.
• Basic system administration experience.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative, mission‑focused team environment.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new tools, technologies, and mission requirements.

• Familiarity with Cisco and Juniper networking devices.
• Experience or exposure to Ansible and scripting languages for automation and configuration management.
• Experience supporting mission‑critical or operational environments.

• Bachelor’s degree in a qualified engineering field or a related discipline from an accredited college or university, plus six (6) years of systems engineering experience; or
• High School Diploma or GED, plus ten (10) years of general systems engineering experience across any process area; or
• Master’s degree in a qualified engineering field or a related discipline from an accredited college or university, plus four (4) years of systems engineering experience; or
• PhD in a qualified engineering field or a related discipline from an accredited college or university, plus two (2) years of systems engineering experience.

Qualified engineering fields include, but are not limited to:
Aeronautics, Biomedical, Chemical, Civil, Computer, Electrical, Environmental, Mechanical, Nuclear, Software, Systems, and Engineering Management. Comparable or closely related engineering degrees will be considered.

Related disciplines include, but are not limited to:
Chemistry, Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, and Physics. Comparable or closely related degrees will be considered.

• Must possess an active TS SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role.

At Independent Software, our people are the mission. We’ve built a company around collaboration, integrity, and innovation and we make sure our team has the tools and support to grow, succeed, and thrive.

• Support critical national security missions that matter
• Be part of a close‑knit, employee‑first culture where your voice is heard
• Expand your skills through ongoing training, mentorship, and career development
• Enjoy competitive compensation, generous benefits, and work‑life balance

Ready to take the next step in your career? Join us and be part of something bigger.

Apply today.

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Information Technology

IT Services and IT Consulting