Systems Engineer

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.

Nightwing is seeking a cleared and experienced Systems Engineer in support of USG in the Warrenton area.

• Serves as a technical and engineering lead for design reviews, plans reviews, commissioning of new infrastructure systems, and provides engineering assistance in troubleshooting of system failures.

• Performs general technical duties and is expected to maintain current technical knowledge and appropriate certifications.

• Tracks actions to completion assigned to PAC via cables, LN’s and generated via PM’s.

• Travels as required to assist in equipment deployments/recaps, tests and installations

• Assists in preparing equipment for shipment

• Assists in development of recapitalization plans for station infrastructure based on documented life-cycle programmatic data for all customer field infrastructure.

Required Skills:

• Minimum 6 years experience with facilities design, maintenance, renovation, and construction project management at overseas/domestic locations incorporating unique Sponsor requirements.
• Strong written communication skills.
• Strong representational and communications skills that enable close relationships with senior technical officers in the organization and throughout the community.
• Experience formulating and executing large facilities construction, maintenance and repair budgets.
• Knowledge of federal building & safety codes.
• Demonstrated ability to read and understand construction documents.
• Experience in preparing contract documentation, to include:  market surveys, technical SOW, and other contract documents (SSJ, CDCG, financial documents, etc.)
• Familiarity with the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) as they apply to A&E and construction contracting.
• Knowledge of Department of State overseas facilities procedures and standards.
• Knowledge of overseas construction security requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Desired Skills:

• Knowledge of RF principles and methods
• Experience with process improvement technologies
• Familiarization with COMSEC policies/regulations
• Familiarity with the FS MAXIMO Asset Management System
• Advanced degree in engineering

Additional Requirements:

• Additional Technical and Specialty Training/Certifications Etc.
• Years of Experience Required: 6+
• Required Education Level/Major: Bachelors Degree from an accredited university in architecture or engineering
• Can Equivalent Experience be Substituted for Educational Requirement (Yes/No): Yes
• Weapons Certification Required (Yes/No): Not required for hire, but must be willing and capable of becoming certified.
• Professional License or Certification Required (Yes/No) / Type: No
• OCONUS TDY Required (Yes/No) / %: Yes, up to 10% OCONUS travel, including hazard areas as required.**
• CONUS TDY Required (Yes/No) / %: Yes, up to 10% CONUS travel, as required.**

Required Clearance:

Must be a US Citizen and have an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph from day one of employment and be crossover eligible

Previously part of a leading Fortune 100 company and headquartered in Dulles, VA; Nightwing became independent in 2024 but continues to support the nation’s most mission impactful initiatives.
When we formed Nightwing, we brought a deep set of credentials and an unfaltering commitment to the mission. For over four decades, our team has been providing some of the world’s most technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence support services to the U.S. government on its most important missions.

At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we’ll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients.

Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team.

** Travel requirements/amount and duration are subject to the needs of the Customer and may be more or less than what is listed.

Salary & Benefits

The salary associated with this position ($77,000–$163,000) is commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, and demonstrated level of expertise. Compensation will be determined based on these factors to ensure alignment with skills, responsibilities, and market standards.

Nightwing offers medical, vision and dental insurance coverage in addition to a 401k plan, PTO, Holidays, and additional insurances.

Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.