Junior Systems Engineer

Residency

All applicants must reside in the United States at the time of application.

Overview

Are you ready to launch your career as a Systems Engineer and work on cutting-edge technical systems that make a real impact? BigBear.ai is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Systems Engineer to join our team and support the design, development, integration, and maintenance of complex systems. This is your opportunity to work alongside experienced engineers, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and grow your skills in a dynamic technical environment. If you’re eager to learn, solve challenging problems, and contribute to mission-critical projects, we want to hear from you!

Clearance Required:

TS/SCI with Full Scope Poly

What you will do

As a Systems Engineer, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the reliability and performance of complex systems that support national security operations. You’ll have the chance to work closely with senior engineers, learn from industry experts, and develop your skills while contributing to meaningful projects. This isn’t just a job—it’s a chance to grow into a highly skilled Systems Engineer.

In this role, you’ll:

• Learn & Grow: Work with senior Systems Engineers to assist in system engineering duties and hone your own skills in the process.
• Discover & Analyze Requirements: Liaise with customers to uncover and analyze system requirements, ensuring solutions align with mission needs.
• Collaborate with Development Teams: Work closely with development teams to implement requirements and deliver effective system solutions.
• Support Lifecycle Management: Assist in the design, testing, deployment, and maintenance of systems throughout their lifecycle.
• Troubleshoot & Improve: Help identify and resolve system issues, implement improvements, and maintain thorough technical documentation.

What you need to have

• Clearance: TS/SCI with Full Scope Poly (required).
• Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (no experience required), or a Bachelor’s degree in a closely related technical field (e.g., computer science, mathematics, physics) plus 1 year of relevant experience.

• Relevant Experience: Experience must include engineering systems over their lifecycle, such as:
• Conception, design, and development.
• Testing, production, and distribution/deployment.
• Operation, maintenance, and support.

What we'd like you to have

• Growth Mindset: A desire and willingness to learn and grow into a competent Systems Engineer.
• Problem-Solving Skills: A passion for tackling technical challenges and finding innovative solutions.
• Team Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Pay transparency

Please note the targeted compensation range is provided as an estimate, and any actual compensation offer may vary depending on the needs of the company, or an applicant's skillset, competencies, experience, education, certifications, location, or other factors. The estimated range does not include the value of any benefits offered.

About BigBear.ai

BigBear.ai is a leading provider of AI-powered decision intelligence solutions for national security, supply chain management, and digital identity. Customers and partners rely on Bigbear.ai’s predictive analytics capabilities in highly complex, distributed, mission-based operating environments. Headquartered in McLean, Virginia, BigBear.ai is a public company traded on the NYSE under the symbol BBAI. For more information, visit https://bigbear.ai/ and follow BigBear.ai on LinkedIn: @BigBear.ai and X: @BigBearai.

BigBear.ai is an Equal opportunity employer all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.