The Role
Lead systems engineering for a space-ground mission software cloud application in a fast-paced, Agile defense environment. Design, secure, and manage hardened Linux systems, multi-platform authentication domains, and cloud deployments; support integration, DevSecOps, configuration management, UML/SysML modeling, and compliance for DoD/IC missions.
Summary Generated by Built In
About INflow Federal - founded in 2013, INflow Federal is a mission-driven small business delivering cutting-edge solutions to the Department of War (DoW) and Joint Force operations across 20+ states. Our strength comes from our people - especially the Veterans who make up over 50% of our workforce. Through our Veteran Outreach Program and employee-first culture, we invest deeply in professional growth, well-being, and innovation. Known for our agility, transparency, and integrity, INflow combines real-world experience with emerging technologies like AI/ML to help our customers lead in a rapidly evolving defense landscape. We empower both our employees and mission partners to stay ahead - driving smarter, faster, and more secure outcomes.
Job Overview:INflow Federal is seeking a experienced, self-motivated Senior Systems Engineer who understands how SIGINT tasking and collection actually works at the IC/COCOM level, sits onsite with those users, and turns what they need into requirements, SysML models, and user stories that a development team builds into a space-ground cloud application.
The individual should be technically literate in order to collaborate effectively with developers on cloud, DevSecOps, and Linux - because on this program, the mission requirements and the platform constraints are the same conversation - but you would be specifying and reviewing the system, not standing it up.
Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or the requirement to perform all work onsite due to the nature of this particular role, it will be performed full-time on site.
** Please note that this position is contingent upon contract award **
Required Skills:
- Experience performing requirements engineering, translating operational needs into clear testable requirements and documentation.
- Understanding of User Interface design and development practices in order to bridge the gap between stakeholder requirements and engineering teams
- Experience with TCPED processes, practices and tools at the IC and/or COCOM level, focusing on tasking and collection (strong preference for SIGINT)
- Experience with Ground Processing, Command and Control and/or Intelligence Systems
- Experience with UML/SysML modeling tools such as MagicDraw
- Experience with configuration management tools (e.g. Subversion, Git, etc.)
- IC3 experience preferred
- Knowledge of open, standards-based architectures, interfaces and geospatial data
- Experience working on-site with customers and end users in the DoD and/or Intelligence Community
Desired Skills:
- Proficient in requirements identification, analysis, documentation, and tracking
- Proficient analyzing customer needs, and identifying user stories and technical tasks to achieve various Agile objectives and iterative development schedules
- Proficient in statistical analysis methods and tools
- Experience working with and providing requirements to technical team including DevSecOps, Cloud and development teams.
- Team player with a proactive attitude and the ability to be productive in a dynamic/collaborative environment
- Motivated self-starter with good problem solving skills, judgment, and analytical capability
- Ability to develop improved methods to increase program efficiency
- Demonstrated leadership skills (supervisory experience, building teams, mentoring, building customer relationships)
- Ability to negotiate effectively with higher level managers, functional managers, customers, industry partners, and teammates
- Strong oral and written communications skills
- Good planning and organizational skills
Skills:
Other skills:
Experience & Education Requirements:
- Bachelor of Science degree in engineering/technical discipline
- 8+ years related experience or equivalent experience, training and/or certifications
Clearance Requirements:
- Active DoD Top Secret (SCI preferred)
Certification Requirements
Most of our contracts require DoD 8140 (formerly 8570) compliance. We built 8140.study - our certification training platform - to help. This helps you study for certifications such as the CompTIA Security+.
Other Notes
Other Notes
- Some travel may be required: Must have valid driver’s license and transportation. This is subject to change at the direction of the customer.
- If accommodation is needed with your application or the interview process for applicants with disabilities, please contact Human Resources at 703-594-8601.
- Candidate must have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Must have willingness to perform duties not listed in the job description as required by INflow and our customer.
Citizenship Requirements
* Please note that INflow Federal is a defense contractor. Pursuant to our government contracts, candidates must be US Citizens to be considered for employment.
Equal Opportunity Employer Diversity and Inclusion
INflow provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This commitment applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Job applicants and employees are evaluated solely on job-related qualifications and experience.
Skills Required
- Experience with TCPED processes, practices and tools at the IC and/or COCOM level (strong preference for SIGINT)
- Understanding of user interface design and development practices
- Experience with Government contracting for the Space market including Ground Processing, Command and Control and/or Intelligence Systems
- Experience working on-site with customers and end users in the DoD and/or Intelligence Community
- Experience with Agile management tools (e.g., Jira)
- Experience with UML/SysML modeling tools such as MagicDraw
- Experience with configuration management tools (e.g., Subversion, Git)
- Experience with DevSecOps tools and processes
- Experience with Cloud computing environments (e.g., AWS, Azure)
- Knowledge of open, standards-based architectures, interfaces and geospatial data
- Bachelor of Science degree in engineering or technical discipline
- 8+ years related experience or equivalent experience, training and/or certifications
- Active DoD Top Secret clearance
- SCI access preferred
- US Citizenship (candidates must be US Citizens to be considered)
- Must have valid driver's license and transportation; some travel may be required
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- IC3 experience
- Experience with system integration and test on a UNIX or Linux platform
- Proficient in requirements identification, analysis, documentation, and tracking
- Demonstrated leadership skills (supervisory experience, mentoring, building teams)
- Proficient analyzing customer needs, identifying user stories and technical tasks for Agile development
- Proficient in statistical analysis methods and tools
- Strong oral and written communications skills
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The Company
What We Do
INflow Federal was founded in 2013. The “INflow difference” begins with a simple belief encompassing the importance of employee culture. We are obsessed with our people and have demonstrated year-over-year that our employee-focused approach leads to customer success. As a leading Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) innovator, we offer proven expertise in Network Modernization, Cybersecurity, Digital Modernization and Joint Force Mission Operations. We serve our federal government customers in over 20 states domestically to include the United States Navy (USN), United States Marine Corps (USMC), National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) and Joint Forces. At INflow, US Military Veterans have continuously paved the path ahead for our customers. We developed a homegrown “Veteran Outreach Program” focused around attracting and hiring transitioning military personnel and has resulted in veterans representing over 50% of our company. Simplifying the customer experience requires everyone within our organization to work together. Our leadership communicates transparently with our team on a regular basis with a commitment to do the right thing for all those we serve. Our customers recognize doing business with INflow means working with people who consistently deliver with agility, passion and integrity. This is how INflow continues to evolve, grow and accompany our customers into the future of mission systems and operations. Visit us at www.INflowFed.com.
