Job description

DarkStar Intelligence is seeking a System Engineer to support analytical engineering, data analysis, and system modeling activities across mission-critical systems and enterprise environments. The System Engineer provides technical expertise supporting data-driven system analysis, requirements development, system architecture modeling, and analytical evaluation of complex systems. This role works closely with government stakeholders, analysts, and engineering teams to translate mission requirements into technical solutions using analytical methods, modeling techniques, and system performance analysis. The System Engineer supports the full system lifecycle, including requirements analysis, architecture modeling, integration planning, testing, and performance evaluation. Responsibilities include conducting technical and quantitative analysis, developing system models, supporting architecture frameworks, and providing insights that inform engineering decisions and improve mission system performance. Responsibilities • Experience performing system requirements analysis and translating operational requirements into technical solutions • Experience supporting data analysis, system modeling, or analytical evaluation of complex systems • Experience analyzing system performance metrics, operational data, or technical datasets to inform engineering decisions • Experience supporting system architecture development and engineering documentation • Experience conducting technical analysis, modeling, or trade studies to evaluate system capabilities and performance • Experience supporting system integration, testing, and verification activities • Experience supporting system lifecycle engineering activities including requirements development, architecture design, integration, and sustainment • Experience developing or analyzing system architectures using engineering frameworks such as DoDAF • Experience collaborating with engineering teams, analysts, and government stakeholders • Experience developing technical reports, analytical documentation, or engineering assessments Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in system engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required. • Fourteen (14) years of demonstrated experience supporting systems engineering, analytical engineering, or technical analysis activities within complex enterprise or mission systems environments. • TS/SCI polygraph Desired • Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD) or Intelligence Community (IC) programs • Experience performing data analysis using tools such as Python, R, MATLAB, or similar analytical platforms • Experience developing system models, simulations, or performance analysis tools • Experience supporting system architecture modeling using DoDAF or model-based systems engineering (MBSE) approaches • Experience analyzing large datasets or operational performance data to support mission systems • Experience supporting cybersecurity, information assurance, or secure system architectures • Experience supporting engineering trade studies, system performance optimization, or mission analysis Salary Range $190,000 - $220,000 per year This pay range is a general guideline and not a guarantee of specific compensation or salary. When extending an offer, DarkStar Intelligence considers various factors, including (but not limited to) the job's responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, market data alignment, applicable bargaining agreements (if any), and other relevant laws. Who We Are DarkStar Intelligence delivers mission-critical support to national security operations across intelligence, cybersecurity, technology, and operational support domains. We partner with government customers to strengthen decision advantage, enhance operational readiness, and advance mission success in complex and evolving threat environments. Why Work at DarkStar? At DarkStar Intelligence, you’ll contribute directly to high-impact national security missions while growing your professional capabilities in a collaborative, performance-driven environment. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for continuous development within a mission-focused team culture. ADA Accommodations Statement DarkStar Intelligence is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement DarkStar Intelligence is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law. E-Verify Participation DarkStar Intelligence participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees in accordance with applicable law. Benefits Overview DarkStar Intelligence offers a comprehensive benefits package, which may include: • Medical, dental, and vision coverage • Paid time off (PTO) and holidays • 401(k) retirement plan options • Professional development and training opportunities

Requirements

Must-haves

Experience performing system requirements analysis and translating operational requirements into technical solutions
Experience supporting data analysis, system modeling, or analytical evaluation of complex systems
Experience analyzing system performance metrics, operational data, or technical datasets to inform engineering decisions
Experience supporting system architecture development and engineering documentation
Experience conducting technical analysis, modeling, or trade studies to evaluate system capabilities and performance
Experience supporting system integration, testing, and verification activities
Experience supporting system lifecycle engineering activities including requirements development, architecture design, integration, and sustainment
Experience developing or analyzing system architectures using engineering frameworks such as DoDAF
Experience collaborating with engineering teams, analysts, and government stakeholders
Experience developing technical reports, analytical documentation, or engineering assessments
Bachelor’s degree in system engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required.
Fourteen (14) years of demonstrated experience supporting systems engineering, analytical engineering, or technical analysis activities within complex enterprise or mission systems environments.
TS/SCI polygraph

Nice-to-haves

Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD) or Intelligence Community (IC) programs
Experience performing data analysis using tools such as Python, R, MATLAB, or similar analytical platforms
Experience developing system models, simulations, or performance analysis tools
Experience supporting system architecture modeling using DoDAF or model-based systems engineering (MBSE) approaches
Experience analyzing large datasets or operational performance data to support mission systems
Experience supporting cybersecurity, information assurance, or secure system architectures
Experience supporting engineering trade studies, system performance optimization, or mission analysis

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Dental

Vision

401(K)

Pto

Paid Time Off

Professional Development