Hiring: Systems Engineer Company: Galapagos Federal Systems Location: Arlington, VA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-17 13:58:09 Employment Type: Full-time / On-site Target Skills & Keywords : Change Management, Program Management, Security Clearance, Segment, Systems Engineering, Top Secret Clearance About the job Experience: •The Systems Engineer must have •5+ years of relevant Department of Defense (DoD) experience supporting systems engineering, acquisition, RDT&E, or related technical programs •Demonstrated experience with Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) and test and training materiel systems •Strong knowledge of Systems Engineering (SE) principles and processes, including practical application to system RDT&E, integration, and fielding •Solid functional working knowledge of the Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS) and DoD Architecture Framework (DoDAF) processes and artifacts Required Skills: •Galapagos Federal Systems LLC is seeking a qualified Systems Engineer Level 2 to support the United States Space Force (USSF) and its mission-critical space operations. •Support the Space Force Program Acquisition Executive for Infrastructure (SFPAE-I) and Space Systems Command’s System Delta 81, contributing to the development, acquisition, integration, and sustainment of advanced capabilities that strengthen USSF readiness and operational effectiveness. •The ideal candidate is a technically skilled and mission-focused professional who combines systems engineering expertise, strategic thinking, and strong communication skills to deliver results in a fast-paced DoD environment. •Conduct feasibility studies and concept exploration to evaluate potential system and capability solutions •Support Design Reference Mission (DRM) engineering and associated system analysis activities •Develop and refine Concepts of Operations (CONOPS) to support mission and operational requirements •Develop and manage system requirements, Interface Control Documents (ICDs), verification plans, system validation activities, and operational support requirements •Perform change management and technical analysis to assess impacts to system requirements, interfaces, schedules, and program objectives Qualifications: •Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time and typing and reading from a computer screen. The candidate must have enough mobility, including bending, reaching, and kneeling, to complete daily duties in a prompt and efficient manner, and that may include lifting up to thirty pounds, as necessary. •Leveraging over 30 years of providing IT services to the federal & commercial market with projects found around the world, our team has innovative expertise in the development of a wide range of technological solutions. Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC •Active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility Compensation: •Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!