Sentar is proud to be an employee-owned company, fostering a culture of empowerment, collaboration, and innovation. Sentar is dedicated to developing the critical talent that the connected world demands to create solutions to address the convergence of cybersecurity, intelligence, analytics, and systems engineering. We invite you to join the team where you can build, innovate, and secure your career.
Sentar is seeking a Systems Engineer in Ft Meade, MD.
Role Description:
The Systems Engineer supports the design, development, integration, and maintenance of complex technical systems, ensuring they operate reliably and meet organizational needs. This role works closely with cross-functional teams to translate requirements into effective system solutions, troubleshoot issues, implement improvements, and maintain thorough technical documentation. The Systems Engineer evaluates system performance, supports lifecycle management, collaborates with vendors when needed, and ensures alignment with industry best practices. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a dynamic technical environment are essential for success in this position.
Qualifications:
Clearance Level: TS/SCI with active Poly
Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering or closely related field - Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics
Experience:
Level 0:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and no experience, OR
- or a closely related technical field (e.g., computer science, mathematics, physics) plus 1 year of relevant experience.
- Relevant experience must be in engineering systems over their lifecycle (for example, conception, design & development, testing, production, distribution/deployment, operation, maintenance & support, decommissioning).
Level 1:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or relevant technical field plus 3 years of relevant experience, OR
- Master's degree plus 1 year of relevant experience.
- Relevant experience must be in engineering systems over their lifecycle (for example, conception, design & development, testing, production, distribution/deployment, operation, maintenance & support, decommissioning).
Level 2:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or relevant technical field plus 7 years of relevant experience, OR
Master's degree plus 5 years of relevant experience, or a Doctoral degree plus 3 years of relevant experience. - Relevant experience must be in engineering systems over their lifecycle (for example, conception, design & development, testing, production, distribution/deployment, operation, maintenance & support, decommissioning).
Level 3:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or relevant technical field plus 10 years of relevant experience, OR
Master's degree plus 8 years of relevant experience, or a Doctoral degree plus 6 years of relevant experience. - Relevant experience must be in engineering systems over their lifecycle (for example, conception, design & development, testing, production, distribution/deployment, operation, maintenance & support, decommissioning).
Benefits at Sentar:
Our unique employee ownership model attracts top talent, giving employees the freedom to take initiative and drive meaningful improvements. In addition to cultivating a thriving and inclusive work environment, Sentar offers an extensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of employees and their families. Employee ownership is the foundation of our culture, promoting participation, teamwork, and accountability while ensuring long-term financial security and a commitment to excellence.
- Voluntary Medical, Dental, Vision, with Flexible Spending Plan options
- Voluntary Life, Critical Illness, Accident, and Long Term Care insurance options
- Group Term Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability is provided by Sentar to all qualifying employees
- Generous 401(k) match
- Competitive PTO plan that graduates quickly with years of service
- Other leave programs; holiday schedule along with bereavement, maternity, jury and military duty
- Tuition reimbursement
- Professional development reimbursement
- Recognition and Awards programs
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Sentar is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Vets/Persons with Disabilities
Our culture is one of inclusivity and support. Sentar is proudly an Equal Opportunity and VEVRAA Federal Contractor Employer M/F/Vets/Persons with Disabilities. Follow these links to learn more about your rights: EEO Is the Law Poster; EEO Is Law Supplement; and Pay Transparency.
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Build, Innovate, Secure Your Career at Sentar.
Skills Required
- Active TS/SCI with Polygraph (Poly) clearance
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or Physics
- Experience in engineering systems across their lifecycle (conception, design, testing, deployment, operation, maintenance, decommissioning)
- Ability to translate requirements into system solutions, troubleshoot issues, implement improvements, and maintain technical documentation
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work on-site at Fort Meade, MD
What We Do
Sentar is a leading cyber-intelligence solutions provider focused on the National Security sector. The company blends expertise in cybersecurity, intelligence and analytics, and systems and software engineering to protect national security by innovating, building, and securing mission-critical assets. Key clients include the U.S. Army, the U.S. Navy, and the Defense Health Agency.
