Full-Time
Systems Engineer
Posted on 1/6/2026
SMX
1,001-5,000 employees
Technology platforms and defense capability services
Compensation Overview
$86k - $143.2k/yr
No H1B Sponsorship
Patuxent River, MD, USA
In Person
US Citizenship Required
 Software Engineering (1) |
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- Clearance Required: Secret
- US Citizenship is required for work on DoD contract
- Bachelor's degree in a technical or scientific field from an accredited college or university
- At least three (3) years of recent and relevant experience
- Demonstrated experience and expertise in an area of engineering is required
- Performs programmatic or technical knowledge identifying, formulating, designing, and/or testing practical solutions to engineering problems; guiding the engineering development of modern complex systems; and employing systems engineering methods and tools in the development of systems
- Performs software acquisition functions, requirements management, and the understanding of software workflow
- Performs software requirements analysis and decomposes them into system-level requirements
- Applies systems engineering processes to the analysis, development, testing, and deployment of NGNMPS software
- Analyzes, documents, and reviews NGNMPS emerging requirements
- Evaluates the impact of changes to NGNMPS system requirements and interfaces
- Participates in vendor technical interchange meetings and reviews vendor technical recommendations
- Leads working groups to address engineering and technical challenges requiring analysis of alternatives
- Engages with users to collect input and feedback for continuous improvement of NGNMPS
- Coordinates with test and evaluation teams to assess NGNMPS software
- Contributes to and provides peer review for technical white papers
- Reviews vendor-produced MBSE models and contributes to MBSE system descriptions
- Conducts technical risk management and tracking
- Participates in change management and configuration management processes and boards
- Provides technical input and review for project plans, schedules, and roadmaps
- Authors reports and briefs, delivers progress reviews, and presents technical analyses to NAVAIR leadership
- Collaborates with leadership, engineers, vendors, and software leads within Agile development processes to evolve requirements into enhanced CMPC capabilities
- Participates in Agile software development activities such as backlog grooming, prioritization, sprint reviews, program increment reviews, and capability evaluations
- Assists with vendor tasking and oversight, including developing technical SOWs, participating in TIMs and PMRs, and reviewing CDRLs
- Supports project planning efforts and develops technical cost estimates
SMX Tech is a provider of advanced technology solutions and capability enhancement services for government, defense, and private-sector clients. It offers a platform plus services designed to improve operational efficiency and mission outcomes, often via long-term contracts. The company differentiates itself through rigorous quality and security standards (CMMI Maturity Level 3, ISO 9001, ISO 20000, ISO 27001) and a strong workplace culture (2024 Top Workplace USA). Its goal is to be a trusted partner that helps clients achieve ambitious objectives by delivering reliable technology capable of enhancing operations and mission success.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
Acquired
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Hollywood, Maryland
Founded
1995
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Vannevar partnership accelerates agentic AI deployment across COCOMs and federal agencies.
- cBEYONData acquisition expands DoD financial analytics and budget management capabilities.
- CEO Peter LaMontagne's 2026 Wash100 Award validates strategic growth and market leadership.
What critics are saying
- Vannevar bypasses SMX to pursue direct prime contracts using established COCOM relationships.
- C3 AI competes directly for secure DoD AI application contracts, displacing SMX delivery.
- Palantir Technologies captures SOF AI/ISR contracts near Fayetteville facility prototyping business.
What makes SMX unique
- Prime contract positions across all six Combatant Commands and federal agencies globally.
- Vannevar partnership embeds mission-specific AI agents directly into operational workflows.
- Fayetteville facility provides TS/SCI Operations Center as a Service near Fort Bragg.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Vacation
401(k) Retirement Plan
Remote Work Options
Company News
SMX CEO Peter LaMontagne accepts 2026 Wash100 Award. SMX CEO Peter LaMontagne has accepted the 2026 Wash100 Award, recognizing his leadership in driving strategic growth through acquisitions, partnerships and expanded mission capabilities across the government contracting market. Jim Garrettson, CEO of Executive Mosaic and founder of the Wash100 Award, presented the honor to LaMontagne during a recent meeting. Why did Peter LaMontagne win the 2026 Wash100 Award? LaMontagne earned his second consecutive Wash100 Award for leading SMX through a period of accelerated growth driven by acquisitions, strategic partnerships and contract wins. A key milestone was SMX's acquisition of cBEYONData in February 2025, which expanded the company's capabilities in enterprise resource planning, financial analytics and budget management, while adding new platforms and services to its portfolio. The company also advanced its artificial intelligence initiatives through partnerships with C3 AI, Google Public Sector, World Wide Technology and ColorTokens, strengthening its capabilities in AI, digital engineering and zero trust cybersecurity to support mission-critical operations. SMX's momentum is further reflected in a $532.1 million U.S. Navy contract, secured through a joint venture with Perrygo Consulting Group, to provide IT infrastructure and enterprise support for naval aviation operations. "I'm delighted to award Peter his second Wash100 Award," said Garrettson. "His role on boards like MANTECH gives him a broader view of the market, which helps guide his leadership. He brings to SMX an increased aperture of the market's opportunity and his vision for his people." Garettson also highlighted LaMontagne's success in GovCon, citing his strong track record in strategy, operational execution and growth across executive leadership roles. "Peter has grown SMX into a formidable player in GovCon and I'm excited to see what he has in store for 2026," the Executive Mosaic CEO added. Who is Peter LaMontagne? LaMontagne has served as CEO of SMX since June 2020, leading the company's strategy and growth while overseeing teams delivering digital transformation solutions. He brings experience in cloud, data analytics and cybersecurity, along with a track record of guiding high-growth technology firms through investment lifecycles and more than 20 mergers and acquisitions. Prior to SMX, he was CEO of Quantum Spatial, Novetta and Paradigm Solutions and a growth adviser at M33 Growth. Earlier in his career, he served as a U.S. foreign service officer in Beijing. What is the Wash100 Award? Since 2014, the Wash100 Award has recognized the most influential leaders shaping the government contracting landscape. Recipients are selected based on their leadership, strategic direction, impact on the federal market and potential to drive industry trends in the year ahead. Executive Mosaic congratulates Peter LaMontagne and the entire SMX team on this Wash100 achievement. Share the Post:
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