Principal Systems Engineer, Mission Integration & Analysis (Prime)

Annapolis Junction, MD
Full Time
Mid Level

Make an Impact Where It Matters Most

At Intelliforce, we take on complex mission challenges where strong systems engineering and deep customer understanding have to work together. In this role, you will provide senior technical leadership on a PRIME contract, helping shape mission systems from requirements and architecture through integration, implementation, and operational support.

You will work closely with government stakeholders, program leadership, engineers, and mission users to translate complex needs into practical system solutions. Your role will span requirements development, architecture, design, integration, technical planning, and issue resolution, while also keeping you connected to the mission through outreach, support, and direct interaction with analysts and end users.

What Makes This Opportunity Stand Out

This role combines senior systems engineering with direct mission engagement. You will not be working in isolation from the customer. You will help guide users through requirements, support technical decisions, resolve integration challenges, and influence how capabilities evolve over time.

The position is especially well suited for someone who understands both the engineering side and the analyst side of the mission. Experience with AEA tools, Tier 1 and Tier 2 outreach and support, intelligence analysis, end-to-end dataflow, Multi-INT, and emerging AI technologies gives you the opportunity to bring a broader perspective to system design and implementation.

At Intelliforce, your work is visible and your technical judgment matters. Because this is a PRIME contract, you stay close to both the customer and the mission. Because we are a small business, leadership is accessible, communication is direct, and strong technical leadership gets noticed. Add in long-term stability, strong benefits, and a people-first culture, and this is an opportunity to have meaningful influence across both the technical and operational sides of the program.

Here’s What Your Day-to-Day Could Include

  • Analyze user requirements, CONOPS documents, and high-level system architectures to develop system requirements specifications
  • Lead systems engineering design and development activities
  • Guide users in defining requirements and evaluating alternative technical approaches
  • Conduct feasibility studies and technical assessments
  • Provide technical leadership across requirements, design, integration, and implementation
  • Develop and maintain system architecture, design documentation, and technical plans
  • Incorporate new systems and capabilities into ongoing operations
  • Prepare and assess systems engineering management plans and system integration and test plans
  • Serve as a primary technical point of contact for Systems Engineering considerations
  • Work directly with government stakeholders and program personnel to resolve technical issues and conflicts
  • Maintain the technical integrity of Systems Engineering deliverables
  • Support mission users through Tier 1 and Tier 2 outreach and technical assistance
  • Apply mission knowledge and analyst experience to help ensure technical solutions align with operational needs
  • Support end-to-end understanding of data movement, analysis, and mission workflows
  • Communicate technical direction clearly to engineers, government overseers, and senior executives

Minimum Qualifications

  • Clearance: Top Secret Clearance with Full Scope Polygraph, must be active. We do not have the ability to sponsor clearances
  • Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen. We cannot sponsor visas
  • 20 years of Systems Engineering experience on programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity
  • Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university
  • Five additional years of Systems Engineering experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree

Required Skills

  • Strong background in Systems Engineering principles from requirements analysis through integration and delivery
  • Experience analyzing user requirements, CONOPS documents, and high-level system architectures
  • Experience developing system requirements specifications
  • Experience leading technical design and development activities
  • Experience developing system architecture and design documentation
  • Ability to guide users in formulating requirements and evaluating alternative approaches
  • Experience conducting feasibility studies and technical assessments
  • Experience integrating requirements, design, and technology across complex systems
  • Experience developing and assessing systems engineering management plans and integration and test plans
  • Experience working directly with government and program stakeholders
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience working across diverse engineering teams
  • Experience providing Tier 1 and Tier 2 outreach and support
  • Experience as an Agency Intelligence Analyst
  • Strong familiarity with AEA tools
  • Ability to maintain technical integrity across systems engineering deliverables

Desired Skills

  • Experience with language analysis, processing, and related tools
  • Experience with AI and machine learning technologies
  • Experience with large language models
  • Experience with agentic workflows
  • Experience with Multi-INT environments
  • Experience with end-to-end dataflow and analysis
  • Experience translating analyst workflows into technical system requirements
  • Experience supporting mission users in operational environments

Tech Stack / Mission Environment

  • AEA tools
  • Systems Engineering
  • System architecture
  • CONOPS
  • Requirements management
  • System integration
  • Integration and test planning
  • Tier 1 / Tier 2 mission support
  • Intelligence analysis
  • Language analysis tools
  • AI / ML
  • Large Language Models
  • Agentic workflows
  • Multi-INT
  • End-to-end dataflow analysis

Compensation Range: $185,000.00 - $238,000.00
This salary range reflects our current market estimate for the role. Final compensation will depend on your experience, technical background, overall qualifications, and alignment with the position. We evaluate each candidate thoughtfully, so offers are shaped around the value you bring to the team

Why Intelliforce? Because you matter—your work, your growth, and your well-being.
At Intelliforce, we don’t just push the boundaries of technology—we partner with some of the most mission-driven teams in defense and beyond to solve challenges that truly matter. As a Systems Engineer here, you won’t just contribute to projects—you’ll help shape outcomes that make a real-world impact.
We also know that great work starts with a great environment. That’s why we invest in you:
  • Ample PTO to rest and recharge—plus all federal holidays and your birthday off, just because.
  • Multiple medical plan options, including ones with zero deductible or premium for employees.
  • Generous 401(k) with immediate vesting—because your future matters now.
  • Exciting bonus opportunities, from profit sharing to quarterly awards and President’s Club recognition.
  • A culture of collaboration, connection, and fun, with regular team activities that go beyond the work.
Ready to grow with purpose?
At Intelliforce, your career will flourish in a place where innovation thrives and people come first. Join us—and let’s build something meaningful together. You can reach us at [email protected] or schedule a call with our Director of Recruitment, just visit this link to view their calendar: https://calendly.com/amwolfe-intelliforce-itsg/30min .

Equal Opportunity Matters
Intelliforce-IT Solutions Group, LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.
Need accommodations during the application process? We’re happy to help. Reach out to us at [email protected] with your specific request.

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