Systems Engineer Level 3Join a mission-driven team where your systems engineering expertise directly shapes secure, cross-domain capabilities. In this role, you'll lead the translation of complex user needs and high-level concepts into clear, actionable system requirements. You will drive system architecture development, guide design and integration efforts, and ensure technical integrity across the engineering lifecycle.You'll collaborate closely with government stakeholders and senior program leaders, providing informed technical direction, evaluating alternative approaches, and steering feasibility studies that influence program outcomes.
Your work will also include creating high-quality technical documentation — from architecture artifacts to engineering and test plans — while helping integrate new designs and technologies into ongoing operations with precision.Candidates with Cross Domain Solutions experience and skill in drafting or editing a Data Owner's Guide (DOG) will find this role especially impactful. It's an ideal opportunity for someone who thrives on technical leadership, clear communication, and delivering engineering excellence that makes a measurable difference in mission execution.This is a short term position (2-6 months) with the potential of transferring to another WOOD Federal Solutions contract in the future.This position requires all candidates to be U.S. Citizens and possess an active TS/SCI Security Clearance with a Polygraph.ResponsibilitiesTranslate user needs, CONOPS, and high-level architectures into clear, testable system requirements.Lead design and development activities; provide technical leadership across integration of requirements, design, and technology.Advise users on alternative approaches; conduct feasibility studies to de-risk decisions early.Incorporate new plans, designs, and systems into ongoing operations with minimal disruption.Produce crisp technical documentation, including system architecture and system design artifacts.Guide implementation planning through System Engineering Management Plans (SEMP) and integration & test plans.Engage directly with government counterparts to resolve technical issues and ensure mission alignment.Uphold the technical integrity of deliverables and communicate effectively with program staff and senior executives.QualificationsTwenty (20) years experience as a SE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type and complexity is required.
Demonstrated experience in planning and leading Systems Engineering efforts is required.Bachelor's degree in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required.Five (5) years of additional SE experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.About WOODHealth Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.Retirement Plan: 401(k) with company match.Paid Time Off: Generous PTO policy including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.Professional Development: Opportunities for training, certifications, and career advancement.Work-Life Balance: Flexible work schedules and remote work options.Wellness Programs: Employee assistance programs, wellness initiatives, and gym membership discounts.Part time employees are eligible for Retirement Plan and PTO/Leave in accordance with Maryland labor laws.WOOD 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, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.