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Sr Systems Engineer

Bethesda-Chevy Chase, Maryland💼 Full-time💰 $150,200–$150,200🗓 2026-02-23 → 2026-09-26

Core

Design and optimize defense systems and AI strategies for national security and space defense missions.

Role type

Senior Systems Engineer (AI Strategy & Architecture)

Builds

AI implementation plans, policies, and defense system architectures

Domain

National Security / Defense / Artificial Intelligence

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis

Required skills

Artificial Intelligence expertise, Data integration, Enterprise architecture, Strategic planning, Performance management, Technical analysis, Security clearance management

Preferred skills

IC/DoD experience, AI certification, Technical degree in Engineering or Science

Technologies

AI frameworks, Data integration tools, Enterprise architecture platforms

Responsibilities

Support strategic direction and priorities for national security programs; Ensure effective pursuit of strategy using business and mission analytics; Liaise with IC program managers, DoD partners, and private sector companies; Assist government clients with programmatic goals, schedules, and reporting; Produce deliverables in multiple formats (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Acrobat); Draft products reflecting strong writing and grammatical skills; Support architecture and design of AI Strategy and Implementation plans.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with strategic oversight

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