System Engineer
Description
Join the Mission at Cyber B.A.T.
At Cyber B.A.T., we believe in one simple idea: Take care of those that take care of you.
We’re a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business delivering engineering, cybersecurity, software, systems, and mission-focused consulting solutions to government customers and industry partners. We combine the impact and innovation of a growing company with the culture and flexibility of a close-knit team.
When you join Cyber B.A.T., you’re not just taking a job, you’re helping solve meaningful challenges alongside people who value collaboration, technical excellence, and having fun while doing it.
Why People Love Working Here
- Employee ownership opportunities — every employee has equity in our success
- Annual company retreats (yes… actual destinations)
- 5 weeks PTO + flexible work environment
- Employer-paid medical and dental for employees and dependents
- Up to 10% 401(k)/profit sharing contribution (no match required)
- Monthly happy hours and team events
- Referral bonuses
- Opportunity to make visible impact without getting lost in a giant organization
Position Overview
Cyber B.A.T. is seeking a Systems Engineer to support the design, integration, and lifecycle management of complex hardware and software systems for Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC) programs. This role will contribute to systems engineering activities across the full system lifecycle, including requirements development, architecture, integration, verification, risk management, and technical documentation to deliver secure, reliable, and mission-focused solutions.
What You'll Do
- Analyze, develop, and manage system and derived requirements to ensure solutions align with mission objectives and established system architectures
- Support the design, development, integration, testing, deployment, and sustainment of complex hardware and software systems
- Develop and maintain systems engineering documentation, including: System Engineering Plans (SEPs), Initial Capability Documents (ICDs), Requirements Specifications, Interface Control Documents (ICDs), Concepts of Operations (CONOPS)
- Assist with functional analysis, requirements allocation, and decomposition across hardware, software, facilities, and personnel components
- Participate in Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) to evaluate operational needs and develop innovative technical solutions
- Develop system architectures using Department of Defense Architecture Framework (DoDAF), Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA), and other applicable architectural standards
- Generate alternative system concepts, physical architectures, and engineering design solutions
- Develop verification and validation plans, evaluation criteria, and traceability to ensure system requirements are met
- Support interface definition, interface management, and configuration control activities throughout the system lifecycle
- Coordinate action items resulting from Configuration Control Boards (CCBs), design reviews, program reviews, and test reviews
- Assist with Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), Integrated Master Plan (IMP), and systems engineering planning activities
- Develop Information Assurance (IA) requirements supporting confidentiality, integrity, availability, authentication, access control, accountability, cryptography, and key management
- Perform end-to-end systems engineering analysis, including operational concepts, mission threads, and functional flow analysis
- Conduct quantitative analyses of system performance, including reliability, maintainability, survivability, vulnerability, and lifecycle supportability
- Support system integration activities across multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure complete interface coverage
- Assess technical risks, support risk mitigation planning, and monitor program risks throughout the system development lifecycle
- Support DoD Certification and Accreditation (C&A) activities and Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS) documentation
- Develop and maintain technical baselines, configuration management documentation, and requirements traceability
- Produce and review technical documentation to ensure engineering products are accurate, complete, and compliant with customer and program requirements
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related engineering discipline
- Minimum of 14 years of systems engineering experience supporting programs of similar scope, complexity, and mission requirements
- Five (5) additional years of directly related Systems Engineering experience may be substituted in lieu of a bachelor's degree
- Experience developing and managing system and derived requirements throughout the system development lifecycle
- Experience supporting systems engineering activities from requirements analysis through integration, testing, deployment, and sustainment
- Experience developing system architectures using DoDAF, SOA, or comparable enterprise architecture frameworks
- Experience producing and maintaining systems engineering documentation, including System Engineering Plans (SEPs), Requirements Specifications, Interface Control Documents (ICDs), and Initial Capability Documents (ICDs)
- Experience supporting Configuration Control Boards (CCBs), Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), design reviews, and technical reviews
- Experience with requirements decomposition, functional allocation, interface management, and requirements traceability
- Experience developing verification and validation strategies, test planning, and system integration activities
- Experience supporting Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS) documentation and DoD acquisition processes
- Experience supporting Certification and Accreditation (C&A) activities and Information Assurance (IA) requirements
- Knowledge of configuration management, risk management, and systems engineering lifecycle methodologies
- Strong analytical, technical writing, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary engineering teams in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment
Bonus Points If You:
- Love solving difficult technical challenges
- Enjoy collaborating and sharing knowledge
- Like working where your voice actually matters
- Appreciate a culture that celebrates wins and supports growth
Interested? We'd love to connect.
Apply today and learn why Cyber B.A.T. continues to attract people who want meaningful work, strong culture, and a team that genuinely supports one another.
Disclaimers
Cyber B.A.T. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
Compensation for this position, including all compensation options, will be determined on an individual basis following the interview process.
If you require accommodations at any stage of the application or interview process, please contact us via email at [email protected] for assistance.
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