About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Engineering.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Summary

Join a team supporting the engineering and development of mission-focused systems. This entry-level Cleared System Engineer role is ideal for candidates seeking hands-on experience in requirements, system architecture, design, integration, and technical documentation. You will collaborate with experienced engineers and government stakeholders to help turn user needs into technical solutions.

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What You’ll Do

• Support requirements development and documentation for mission-focused systems
• Contribute to system architecture and design discussions
• Assist with system integration, testing support, and implementation planning
• Create and maintain engineering artifacts (System Engineering Plans, Requirements Specifications, Interface Control Documents)
• Work with cross-functional engineering and technical teams to refine technical solutions
• Participate in reviews and support preparation of technical presentations and reports

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Required Qualifications

• Entry-level opportunity — training and hands-on exposure provided
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and verbal/written communication skills
• Ability to understand, document, and trace system requirements
• Ability to develop and maintain technical documentation
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, or four (4) years of related technical experience in lieu of a degree
• Required security clearance: TS/SCI with polygraph

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Preferred (Desired) Qualifications

• Familiarity with systems engineering concepts and system architecture
• Exposure to requirements development and requirements-management tools/processes
• Familiarity with DoD Architecture Framework (DoDAF) or Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA)
• Experience or exposure to system integration and test planning
• Familiarity with System Engineering Plans, Requirements Specifications, and Interface Control Documents

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Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $70,000 - $85,000 per year (listed by the client; final offer depends on skills and experience)
• Competitive base pay focused on clear compensation
• Flexible paid time off + 11 holidays
• 7% 401(k) employer contribution — vested immediately
• 100% paid CareFirst medical premiums for individuals and families (as offered by the client)
• Annual training/career development budget, mentoring, and internal mobility programs
• Morale-building events and employee engagement activities

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Location & Clearance

• Location: Hanover, MD (onsite / client site as required)
• Clearance: TS/SCI with polygraph required at hiring

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How We Work

Careertakes partners with a confidential client to source qualified talent. This role is staffed by the confidential client and follows their employment and security requirements. If you meet the clearance and technical requirements and want to grow a career in systems engineering, this role provides structured training and real-world systems work.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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