Systems Research Engineer / Technical SME BDVA 1671

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Reston, VA, USA
In-Office
Expert/Leader
Software • Cybersecurity
The Role
Conducts advanced Department of Defense technology evaluations and TRL assessments, oversees prototype engineering, develops technology roadmaps, and supports transition planning for microelectronics, quantum, hypersonic, and autonomous systems. Evaluates contractor and laboratory proposals and test results, prepares executive briefings for senior DoD leadership, and facilitates technical collaboration across agencies and research organizations.
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Clearance Level: Active Top Secret / SCI

US Citizenship: Required

Job Classification: Regular, Full-Time 

Location: Arlington, VA / Reston, VA / Washington, DC (Hybrid Options)

Years of Experience: 10+ Years

Education Level: Master’s Degree or Ph.D. in Engineering, Applied Physics, Computer Science, or related STEM discipline

Briefly Describe the Work

Global InfoTek, Inc. is seeking a Systems Research Engineer / Technical SME. In this key role, you will perform advanced DoD technology evaluations, conduct Technology Readiness Level (TRL) assessments, and provide engineering oversight for prototype development across critical modernization priorities, including microelectronics, quantum, and autonomous systems.

Required Skills

  • Demonstrated expertise conducting technical evaluations and TRL assessments for advanced DoD systems.
  • Background in prototype engineering oversight, roadmap development, and technology transition planning.
  • In-depth knowledge of one or more modernization priorities (Microelectronics, Quantum, Hypersonics, Autonomy).
  • Ability to evaluate complex contractor/laboratory technical proposals and prototype test results.
  • Superior technical writing skills with experience authoring executive-level briefing packages for senior DoD leadership.

Desired Skills

  • Prior experience supporting DARPA, Service Research Labs (AFRL, NRL, DEVCOM), or DIU.
  • Understanding of Defense Acquisition System (DoD 5000 series) and Rapid Prototyping pathways (Middle Tier of Acquisition).
  • Experience facilitating interagency technical working groups.

Relevant Certifications

PE (Professional Engineer), INCOSE CSEP/ASEP, or Agile/Systems Engineering Certifications

Global InfoTek, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or based on disability.

About Global InfoTek, Inc.: Global InfoTek Inc. has an award-winning track record of designing, developing, and deploying best-of-breed technologies that address the nation's pressing cyber and advanced technology needs. GITI has rapidly merged pioneering technologies, operational effectiveness, and best business practices for over two decades.

Skills Required

  • Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance
  • United States citizenship
  • Master’s degree or Ph.D. in engineering, applied physics, computer science, or a related STEM discipline
  • 10+ years of professional experience
  • Experience conducting technical evaluations and TRL assessments for advanced DoD systems
  • Experience with prototype engineering oversight, roadmap development, and technology transition planning
  • Expertise in one or more of microelectronics, quantum, hypersonics, or autonomy
  • Ability to evaluate complex contractor or laboratory technical proposals and prototype test results
  • Superior technical writing and executive-level DoD briefing experience
  • Experience supporting DARPA, AFRL, NRL, DEVCOM, or DIU
  • Understanding of the DoD 5000 series and Middle Tier of Acquisition pathways
  • Experience facilitating interagency technical working groups
  • PE, INCOSE CSEP/ASEP, or Agile/Systems Engineering certification
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The Company
HQ: Reston, VA
101 Employees
Year Founded: 1996

What We Do

Global InfoTek, Inc. (GITI) is a woman owned small business with an award-winning track record of designing, developing, and deploying best-of-breed technologies that address the nation’s pressing cyber and advanced technology needs. For more than two decades, GITI has merged pioneering technologies, operational effectiveness, and best business practices to rapidly provide low-cost, agile solutions to DoD, DHS, and IC customers. Our Innovation Hive of world-class talent enables us to provide rapid development services at the speed of need. Headquartered in Reston, VA, GITI also has operations in San Antonio, TX and Rome, NY. Our prime contracts include Agile Cyber Technology (ACT) 2 and EAGLE II. For more information about Global InfoTek, visit www.globalinfotek.com.

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