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Arcfield · 4 months ago

Systems Engineer / Solution Epic Owner (GEOINT Ground) - IV

Chantilly, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

Arcfield is a company focused on protecting the nation and its allies through innovations in various technological domains. They are seeking a Solution Epic Owner to manage and deliver end-to-end solutions across multiple workstreams, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and facilitating collaboration among stakeholders.

ConsultingManagement Consulting

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

Responsibilities

Own and manage solution epics within a designated thread or workstream, ensuring their successful execution from initiation to completion

Coordinate cross-functional efforts across organizational components to achieve end-to-end solutions

Define, prioritize, and oversee the workload associated with solution epics, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy and objectives

Ensure solution epics align with the organization's strategic vision and long-term goals (e.g., 2035 vision)

Collaborate with thread architects and Government thread leads to assess whether initiatives fit within the strategic roadmap and adjust as necessary

Facilitate collaboration between program managers, engineers, risk managers, schedulers, and other stakeholders

Serve as the primary point of contact for solution epics, ensuring effective communication and coordination across teams

Utilize agile methodologies and tools like Atlassian Jira and Confluence to manage and track the progress of solution epics

Break down complex initiatives into manageable workstreams and ensure clear visibility into progress, risks, and dependencies

Monitor and report on the progress of solution epics, identifying and addressing any obstacles or challenges

Ensure all deliverables meet quality standards, timelines, and budgetary constraints

Engage with internal and external stakeholders to gather feedback, align expectations, and address emerging needs

Provide high-level updates and presentations to leadership, ensuring transparency and alignment

Serve as a mentor and leader for junior team members, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing

Advocate for best practices in solution management, systems engineering, and cross-functional collaboration

Qualification

TS/SCI ClearanceAgile methodologiesSystems engineeringAtlassian toolsProject managementStrategic thinkingKnowledge sharingCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsProblem-solving skillsMentorshipCollaboration

Required

Must possess and be able to maintain a TS/SCI Clearance with Poly

BS 8-10, MS 6-8, PhD 3-5

Experience supporting or managing complex, cross-functional projects or initiatives in an agile environment

Working knowledge of SAFe agile methodology, agile planning and management concepts, and Atlassian tools (Jira and Confluence) or similar tools for tracking and managing solution epics or workstreams

Strong understanding of systems engineering principles, including requirements gathering, risk management, and process optimization

Proven ability to coordinate across multiple teams and stakeholders to achieve organizational goals

Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to adapt to evolving priorities and challenges

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex information to diverse audiences

Preferred

Knowledge of intelligence community (IC) or Department of Defense (DoD) operations, processes, and systems

Proven experience managing teams in complex, multi-threaded environments

Certifications to include Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), the Project Management Institute's Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP), or various SAFe® (Scaled Agile Framework) certifications

Familiarity with solution and program epics in an IC or defense context

Experience coordinating between government and contractor teams

Familiarity with GEOINT systems

Familiarity with ground systems