Senior Enterprise Systems Engineer (TS/SCI)

ARKA Group L.P. (“ARKA”) is an advanced technologies company serving the U.S. military, intelligence community, and commercial space industry delivering next-generation solutions to support the national security space enterprise. Built on more than six decades of excellence, ARKA brings modern approaches and a culture of innovation to the challenges of today.

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Position Overview:

ARKA is seeking a Senior Enterprise Systems Engineer to join our Radar and Sensors Technology (RST) business to execute current geospatial processing efforts while catalyzing growth in the expanding market for EO and SAR-based applications. This individual brings a strong positive reputation with key customers such as the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO), National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA), Space Development Agency (SDA) and/or its United States Space Force (USSF) parent and is regarded as a trusted industry resource.

Our RST team collaborates on development projects with staff at other ARKA locations and we routinely work with other companies who share our commitment to our customers and their missions. RST develops specialized and innovative solutions for new sources of geospatial data, analytic methods, software and engineering services. Our work transforms how customers support defense and intelligence missions at scale, revealing unique information and insights. We contribute to integrated space solutions by harnessing and applying disruptive technologies.

In support of work/life balance, many positions are available for a flexible schedule within the pay period.  Ask us about the opportunity for flex scheduling if that’s of interest to you. 

Responsibilities:

• Provide technical contributions and leadership across programs, pursuits and proposals
• Provide engineering support to large enterprise programs for all aspects of ground system development from mission analysis through verification/validation of system performance
• Collaborate with program and portfolio leadership, business development and strategy leadership and other members of the technical staff to define growth strategy based on customer insights
• Engage directly with ARKA’s customers and facilitate other leadership engagement where appropriate
• Recommend and assist in defining the business case for ARKA investments (IR&D, Sell, B&P) as appropriate
• Generate ideas for new ARKA opportunities (whitepapers, etc.)
• Mentor and develop technical staff to achieve their full professional potential

Required Qualifications:

• Active TS/SCI with CI Poly Security Clearance
• Graduate degree in Engineering with 15+ years of experience with geospatial processing and imaging systems
• Detailed understanding of current EO, OPIR, SAR and other imaging systems, related ground architectures, and current prime contractors
• Willingness to travel as required
• Positive, collaborative attitude to help inspire internal stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent inter-personal and communication skills, ability to interact with a cross functional team and act as customer interface
• Ability to capture customer research and development (CRAD) efforts to prototype and demonstrate new analytical technologies
• Experience with Model Based System Engineering (MBSE), integration and test, system sell-off and delivery experience of high-volume ground operations systems
• Experience working on an Agile team and executing according to SAFe principles

Location: Herndon, VA

Herndon offers a charming blend of small-town ambiance and modern conveniences. In historic Herndon you'll find small town charm while maintaining all the amenities of big city life. The area has beloved farms to explore, historic sites, festivals, local parks, breweries, and some of the best restaurants in the area. Its proximity to Dulles International Airport and the Herndon Metrorail Station provides easy travel to over 400 shops and restaurants in the malls of Tysons or stay on the train and see the monuments and memorials of Washington, DC. Overall, Herndon provides a perfect mix of small-town charm, and big-city amenities complimented with many family local attractions, events, music, restaurants and a great lifestyle!

What We Offer:

• 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)

EHS/Environmental Requirements:

This job operates in a professional office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely is required to use hands to keyboard, communicate, listen to, and interpret instructions and remain stationary for extended periods of the time. This would require the ability to move around the campus and occasionally move/lift items weighing up to 25 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Applicants are invited to apply for a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential duties of the job. To apply, send a request to staffing@arka.org or contact 203-797-5000 and press 2 for Human Resources.

ITC & Security Clearance Requirements:

This position requires an active TS/SCI with CI Poly Security Clearance.

Visa Restrictions:

No visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Pre-employment Screenings:

Employment with any ARKA companies in the U.S. is contingent upon satisfactory completion of several pre-employment requirements to include a credit check, background check, and drug screen.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action:

ARKA 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.