ARKA Group, LP ยท 1 month ago
Senior System Engineer (TS/SCI with Full Scope Poly - $35,000 Sign-on Bonus) {S}
Herndon, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expARKA Group, LP is an advanced technologies company serving the U.S. military and intelligence community. They are seeking a Senior System Engineer to translate user needs into technical specifications for AI/ML models and ensure solutions address operational challenges.
AerospaceCommunication HardwareHardwareInformation TechnologyManufacturingOptical CommunicationSoftware
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Elicit and define stakeholder needs through direct user engagement
Translate stakeholder needs into AI model performance requirements and system specifications
Define data pipelines for AI/ML development and deployment, including multi-network data sourcing, feature engineering, secure data transfer, and establishing data governance with stakeholders
Develop UI/UX mockups based on user interactions to facilitate AI-enabled capabilities and operational workflows
Perform end-to-end requirements management including creation, decomposition, traceability, flow-down, verification tracking, and compliance matrices
Develop and execute test procedures to verify AI/ML model performance and system requirements; generate formal test documentation
Support the development, integration, and validation of AI-enabled capabilities by collaborating with cross-functional teams throughout the software development lifecycle
Participate in program milestone events including customer meetings, government testing events, and discrepancy report review boards
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in computer science, systems engineering, IT, or related engineering field
At least 5 years of professional experience working in software development or systems engineering
Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills and engagement with virtual teams
Effective cross-organizational communicator with the ability to work well in a small team and fast paced agile environment
Ability to translate mission requirements into AI/ML model performance specifications including detection rates, false alarm thresholds, feature engineering requirements, and operational constraints
Ability to manage requirements to include requirements traceability
Ability to develop test procedures that verify requirements
Working knowledge of Scrum and Agile Software Development Methodology
Ability to work at an off-site location
TS/SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance with adjudicated Full Scope Poly
Preferred
At least 2 years of professional experience as an ELINT analyst
Knowledge of AI/ML concepts, tools, and technology
Experience with UI/UX design, prototyping tools, or user-centered design methodology
Experience with using automated tests for formal requirement verification
Experience with government Site Acceptance process and procedures
Experience in working with software-defined interfaces that use either XML or JSON to both document and implement
Demonstrated business acumen and ability to balance technical requirements with business needs
Familiarity with Cloud Architectures and deployment requirements for US Government
Experience in the operational deployment of multi-product baselines and functionality
Experience with Cameo modeling tools
Experience developing a software architecture using digital tools
Experience with DOORS or DOOR Next Gen
Experience with Gitlab
Current IAT Level II or III certification (i.e. Security+, CISSP, or CASP)
Benefits
Comprehensive medical/vision/dental insurance packages
Company contributions to qualified HSA accounts
401k retirement plan with industry leading company contributions
3 weeks of vacation accrual per year plus time off for sick leave and unscheduled life events
13 paid holidays
Upfront tuition assistance for approved degree programs
Annual bonus program based on company and employee performance
Company paid life insurance, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance
4 weeks paid Parental Leave
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Company
ARKA Group, LP
We are a fully integrated mission partner providing world-leading technologies and services with an unrivaled reputation for excellence.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2025-12-22Acquired
Leadership Team
Brett Gabari
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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