This job requires an active Top Secret / SCI clearance (with CI Polygraph eligibility). Please apply only if you currently hold an active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
North Point Technology is hiring a hands-on Systems Engineer to own, harden, and scale GEOINT capabilities for NGA’s Chinook modernization. You’ll drive architecture and integration, build interoperable systems, and ship automation that accelerates analysts and mission partners across the enterprise.
Locations: Gaithersburg, MD (primary); Alexandria, VA; Chantilly, VA; Aurora, CO; St. Louis, MO; Tucson, AZ
Clearance: Top Secret with SCI eligibility; able to obtain Polygraph
Responsibilities
Support system architecture, requirements development, integration planning, and configuration management.
Provide engineering expertise across the full lifecycle—from concept through deployment and sustainment.
Collaborate with Customer and contractor teams to ensure interoperability, scalability, and mission alignment.
Evaluate and recommend tools, techniques, and processes for system development and integration.
Develop and maintain technical documentation (ICDs, engineering reports, diagrams, and specs).
Participate in technical reviews, readiness assessments, and milestone events.
Analyze system performance and recommend optimizations.
Basic Qualifications
U.S. citizenship (per contract).
Bachelor’s in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with 4–8 years’ experience; or Master’s with 2–6 years.
Strong grasp of SE principles: requirements management, integration & test, configuration control.
Familiarity with MBSE tools/methods (e.g., Cameo, SysML).
Experience in DoD or Intelligence Community environments.
Proficiency with Atlassian (JIRA, Confluence), Microsoft 365, and collaboration platforms.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
INCOSE SEP, CISSP, Security+, or similar credentials.
Experience supporting the Customer’s programs and GEOINT lifecycle.
Knowledge of cloud architectures (AWS, C2S) and DevSecOps environments.
Familiarity with Agile and SAFe practices.
Direct experience supporting GEOINT missions.
North Point Technology is THE BEST place to work for curious-minded engineers motivated to support our country’s most crucial missions! We focus on long term projects, leveraging the latest technology in support of innovative solutions to solve our customer’s most difficult problems.
At North Point Technology, EMPLOYEES come first! We value our employees by providing excellent compensation, benefits, and a flexible work-life balance. We strive for a close-knit and open atmosphere where the owners are always directly available to our team members.
Come join us! Apply with North Point Technology today!
For positions requiring a federal security clearance, your clearance level must be clearly identified on your resume.
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