Systems Engineer V – High Assurance Device $275,000–$315,000

Systems Engineer V – High Assurance Device
Jessup, MD | Systems Architecture & Certification | Active TS//SCI Clearance Required

Join Talos Mission Solutions as a Systems Engineer V and lead systems engineering for high-assurance devices that anchor trust within hyperscale cloud environments. You’ll own the full lifecycle—from requirements development and traceability through verification, validation, and formal government certification (SRR/PDR/CDR). Guide architectures spanning encryption, key management, FPGAs, and ASICs with mission-grade rigor. This role is for seasoned systems engineers who thrive in structured, compliance-heavy environments and excel at technical leadership.

⚠️ Government Shutdown Status: This position operates on a contract vehicle that is not impacted by federal government shutdowns. Work continues uninterrupted.

What You’ll Do

• Requirements & Architecture: Develop and manage system requirements for high-assurance devices; guide architecture development and trade studies across encryption, key management, FPGAs, and ASICs
• Traceability & Verification: Own requirement traceability matrices, verification plans, and validation methodologies; develop robust test methods aligned to government standards
• Certification Leadership: Prepare and lead technical reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR) following government CDRLs/DIDs; support formal certification processes and compliance frameworks
• Risk Assessment: Identify technical risks, develop mitigation strategies, and conduct rigorous trade studies on complex subsystems
• Technical Authority: Serve as subject matter expert on high-assurance device design; mentor junior engineers and collaborate with cross-functional teams

Who You Are

Required:

• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with polygraph capability + US citizenship
• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent discipline
• 10+ years of professional systems engineering experience including program execution and DOD acquisition processes
• Demonstrated experience with high-assurance device design and government certification processes
• Strong understanding of cryptologic standards (MACsec, IPsec) and encryption device architecture
• Excellent communication skills with proven ability to work in classified environments
• Experience developing system requirements, traceability matrices, and verification/validation plans

Preferred:

• Experience with FPGA or ASIC architecture and design
• Background in software, hardware, or embedded systems engineering
• Familiarity with government certification frameworks (EAL, FIPS, etc.)
• Track record leading formal technical reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR)
• Experience with secure device development lifecycle

Compensation & Total Rewards

Salary: $275,000–$315,000 (based on experience and clearance level)

Benefits Package:

• Retirement: 7% of base salary employer contribution to 401(k), immediately and fully vested
• Health Coverage: 100% company-paid premiums for health, dental, and vision insurance (CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield + VSP)
• Paid Time Off: Accrued monthly PTO + 11 discretionary paid holidays annually; additional week after 3 years
• Insurance: Company-paid short-term disability, optional group long-term disability, and term life insurance (amount equal to base salary)
• Professional Development: Annual training and education reimbursement allowance (pre-authorized)
• Wellness: Up to $60/month gym/health club membership benefit
• Performance Bonus: Discretionary annual bonuses distributed on fiscal year cycle (distributed every year since inception)
• Referral Program: $2,500–$10,000 bonus for qualified referrals (paid in two increments: 6 and 12 months post-hire)
• Culture: Up to 8 hours annually for team-building and morale events