System Engineer

Description

GXM is seeking a Systems Engineer to perform systems engineering activities across the full system life cycle in support of Naval and Department of War programs. The selected candidate will apply established systems engineering processes to support concept development, design, integration, test, deployment, and sustainment of complex systems.

The candidate will be responsible for developing, analyzing, and managing system-level requirements, interfaces, and technical baselines; performing system decomposition, trade studies, and impact assessments; and supporting system integration, verification, validation, and test activities. The role requires close collaboration with software, hardware, cybersecurity, and test teams to ensure end-to-end system performance.

The Systems Engineer will support configuration management and change control processes, participate in technical reviews and working groups, and contribute to preparation of technical documentation such as system specifications, interface control documents, and design artifacts. The candidate will also provide systems engineering support to program management and customer stakeholders and assist in identifying technical risks and mitigation strategies. This position will be based out of Fredericksburg, VA with occasional travel to Dahlgren, VA.

• Apply systems engineering processes across the full system life cycle including concept development, design, integration, test, deployment, and sustainment
• Develop, analyze, and manage system-level requirements, interfaces, and technical baselines
• Perform system decomposition, trade studies, and impact assessments to support technical decision-making
• Support system integration, verification, validation, and test activities
• Collaborate with software, hardware, cybersecurity, and test teams to ensure end-to-end system performance
• Identify technical risks and support development of mitigation strategies
• Support preparation of technical documentation including system specifications, interface control documents, and design artifacts
• Participate in technical reviews, working groups, and stakeholder briefings
• Support configuration management and change control processes
• Provide systems engineering support to program management and customer stakeholders

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Seven (7) or more years of professional experience performing systems engineering functions
• Experience applying systems engineering processes and methodologies
• Experience developing and managing system requirements and technical documentation
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills
• Experience working in Agile or Dev Sec Ops  environments

• Prior military service or experience supporting Department of War or military operations
• Experience supporting Naval or Department of War programs
• Master’s degree in engineering discipline
• Experience with Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools and methodologies
• Familiarity with systems integration, test, and verification activities
• Knowledge of programming or scripting language used in test automation systems (JavaScript, Java, Python, etc.)
• Ability to write SQL queries
• Knowledge in web application UI models and how components interact via internet protocols (HTTP, SSL, Email, SOAP, XML, etc.)
• Experience in accessibility and accessibility standards, such as Section 508 Compliance and WCAG 2.0 AA

• INCOSE ASE/CSEP or similar systems engineering certification (preferred)

GXM Technologies LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E‑Verify to confirm employment eligibility. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. GXM Technologies LLC provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law.

This job description is not intended to be a complete list of duties and responsibilities, which may change at any time with or without notice. Employment is at‑will where permitted by law
, meaning either the employee or the Company may terminate employment at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to applicable legal requirements.