Systems Engineer SME

Senior Systems Engineer, SME - Level 4Galapagos Federal Systems LLC is seeking a highly experienced Senior Systems Engineer, Subject Matter Expert (SME) - Level 4 to provide senior-level technical leadership and systems engineering support to the BMC3I mission.The Senior Systems Engineer SME will serve as a trusted technical advisor to Government leadership, supporting complex system-of-systems integration, architecture, requirements development, interface management, technical assessments, test and evaluation, and capability integration across multiple programs and stakeholders.The successful candidate will bring extensive experience supporting complex DoD systems, strong systems engineering judgment, and the ability to identify technical risks, resolve integration challenges, and provide clear recommendations to senior program and technical leadership.Key Responsibilities:Serve as a senior technical advisor to Government leadership on complex systems engineering, integration, mission architecture, and compliance activities supporting BMC3ILead and support system-of-systems engineering activities across multiple programs, platforms, interfaces, and mission partnersDevelop, analyze, and refine system requirements, technical baselines, interface definitions, architecture products, and engineering documentation to ensure alignment with mission and program objectivesIdentify and assess technical risks, integration challenges, performance gaps, compliance deficiencies, and cross-program dependencies; recommend mitigation strategies and corrective actionsSupport technical planning, design and architecture reviews, requirements reviews, test readiness reviews, and other engineering decision forumsEvaluate system performance, technical maturity, interoperability, and mission effectiveness using engineering analysis, modeling and simulation, test data, and operational feedbackCoordinate with Government program offices, engineering teams, contractors, laboratories, security personnel, system administrators, and mission partners to resolve technical and compliance issuesSupport interface management, including the definition and validation of system interfaces, data exchanges, external dependencies, and interoperability requirementsProvide technical oversight and assessment of contractor-developed solutions, engineering products, design approaches, and technical deliverablesSupport test and evaluation planning, integration events, demonstrations, verification activities, and requirements validationServe as a primary point of contact for BMC3I Elite-related audits and assessments, coordinating audit schedules, evidence requests, interviews, walkthroughs, and documentation submissionsMaintain audit and compliance documentation, including control evidence, standard operating procedures (SOPs), risk records, configuration baselines, and corrective action plansTrack audit findings, compliance gaps, remediation activities, and control effectiveness to ensure timely resolution and continued audit readinessEnsure configuration, incident, change, service, and engineering data meet applicable audit, compliance, and governance requirementsDevelop audit-readiness reports, compliance dashboards, engineering assessments, technical briefings, metrics, and executive-level recommendations for Government leadershipSupport configuration management, technical baseline control, requirements traceability, engineering changes, and compliance workflowsRecommend improvements to system architectures, engineering processes, BMC3I Elite workflows, automation, documentation, and integration approaches to improve performance, interoperability, resiliency, compliance, and mission effectivenessMentor and provide technical guidance to engineering teams and junior personnel while promoting disciplined systems engineering and compliance practicesRequirementsSkills and Experience:Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) security clearance with current Special Access Program (SAP) access required.15+ years of relevant systems engineering experience, including experience supporting complex Department of Defense (DoD) systems, system-of-systems integration, mission architecture, requirements development, test and evaluation, and technical risk managementExtensive experience supporting complex Department of Defense (DoD) systems engineering, system-of-systems integration, mission architecture, and technical program activitiesDemonstrated experience developing and managing system requirements, technical baselines, architectures, interfaces, and requirements traceabilityExperience identifying and mitigating technical risks, integration challenges, system dependencies, and performance gapsDemonstrated experience supporting technical reviews, test and evaluation activities, system integration, verification, and validationExperience with configuration management, engineering change processes, and technical baseline controlExperience supporting audits, assessments, compliance activities, corrective action plans, and audit-readiness effortsWorking knowledge of BMC3I Elite or comparable enterprise IT service management, governance, risk, and compliance platformsKnowledge of applicable DoD systems engineering, cybersecurity, IT service management (ITSM), risk management, and compliance processesDemonstrated ability to develop technical assessments, executive briefings, reports, metrics, and decision-quality recommendations for senior leadershipAbility to work effectively with Government organizations, contractors, engineering teams, security personnel, and other technical stakeholdersEducation and Certifications:Required:Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical fieldPreferred:Master's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Engineering Management, or a related technical fieldSecurity certifications (Security+, CISSP associate-level knowledge)Project Management certifications (PMP, CAPM)Benefits:Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insuranceFlexible Spending Accounts401(k)PTOPaid Parental LeaveMilitary DifferentialTuition reimbursementPaid federal holidaysSecurity Clearance:Must be a U.S. Citizen. A high-level Department of Defense active security clearance is/may be required.

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to government information.Physical Requirements:Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time and typing and reading from a computer screen. The candidate must have enough mobility, including bending, reaching, and kneeling, to complete daily duties in a prompt and efficient manner, and that may include lifting up to thirty pounds, as necessary.Company Summary:Headquartered in Hawaii, Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC, is an SBA-Certified NHO-owned 8(a) Small Business specializing in global information technology solutions. We deliver professional services in IT Design & Installation, Cybersecurity Engineering & Support, Application Integration & Development, Software & Hardware Engineering, Network & Systems Management, Information Systems Security, and Business Management Services.Leveraging over 30 years of providing IT services to the federal & commercial market with projects found around the world, our team has innovative expertise in the development of a wide range of technological solutions.

Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.Our service commitment is simple - "Quality IT Solutions... On Time & On Budget."Company Employment Statement:Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all encompassing as positions, functions, and qualifications may vary depending on business needs.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, creed, religion, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status or legally protected characteristics.The final salary offered within the posted range will be based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, education, and other job-related factors.Posted Salary RangeUSD $265,000.00 - USD $285,000.00 /Yr.