Senior System Engineer (TSSCI with Full Scope Poly 35,000 Sign-on Bonus) {S} at ARKA Group, L.P.

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.Join the ARKA team to learn how Beyond Begins Here. Discover your next career opportunity now!Position Overview:We are seeking a Senior System Engineer. This position is onsite in Herndon VA. You will work with customer analysts to deeply understand daily workflows operational challenges and mission needs. A critical part of your role will be translating ambiguous user needs into concrete technical specifications for AI/ML models. You will bridge the gap between the customers mission domain and our software engineering and AI teams to ensure solutions genuinely address operational pain points. This position offers the opportunity to impact mission operations directly by serving as the voice of the customer throughout the development lifecycle with additional opportunities to define data pipelines create UX mockups and shape system architecture.We offer generous relocation benefits for eligible candidates.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 thats of interest to you.Candidates may be considered for $35000 sign-on bonus consistent with required skills and experience level.Responsibilities:Elicit and define stakeholder needs through direct user engagementTranslate stakeholder needs into AI model performance requirements and system specificationsDefine data pipelines for AI/ML development and deployment including multi-network data sourcing feature engineering secure data transfer and establishing data governance with stakeholdersDevelop UI/UX mockups based on user interactions to facilitate AI-enabled capabilities and operational workflowsPerform end-to-end requirements management including creation decomposition traceability flow-down verification tracking and compliance matricesDevelop and execute test procedures to verify AI/ML model performance and system requirements; generate formal test documentationSupport the development integration and validation of AI-enabled capabilities by collaborating with cross-functional teams throughout the software development lifecycle.Participate in program milestone events including customer meetings government testing events and discrepancy report review boardsRequired Qualifications:Bachelors degree in computer science systems engineering IT or related engineering fieldAt least 5 years of professional experience working in software development or systems engineeringDemonstrated excellent interpersonal skills and engagement with virtual teamsEffective cross-organizational communicator with the ability to work well in a small team and fast paced agile environmentAbility to translate mission requirements into AI/ML model performance specifications including detection rates false alarm thresholds feature engineering requirements and operational constraintsAbility to manage requirements to include requirements traceabilityAbility to develop test procedures that verify requirementsWorking knowledge of Scrum and Agile Software Development MethodologyAbility to work at an off-site locationTS/SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance with adjudicated Full Scope PolyPreferred Qualifications:At least 2 years of professional experience as an ELINT analystKnowledge of AI/ML concepts tools and technologyExperience with UI/UX design prototyping tools or user-centered design methodologyExperience with using automated tests for formal requirement verificationExperience with government Site Acceptance process and proceduresExperience in working with software-defined interfaces that use either XML or JSON to both document and implementDemonstrated business acumen and ability to balance technical requirements with business needsFamiliarity with Cloud Architectures and deployment requirements for US GovernmentExperience in the operational deployment of multi-product baselines and functionalityExperience with Cameo modeling toolsExperience developing a software architecture using digital toolsExperience with DOORS or DOOR Next GenExperience with GitlabCurrent IAT Level II or III certification (i.e. Security CISSP or CASP)Location: Herndon VAHerndon offers a charming blend of small-town ambiance and modern historic Herndon youll findsmall town charmwhile 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 aperfect 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 packagesCompany contributions to qualified HSA accounts401k retirement plan with industry leading company contributions3 weeks of vacation accrual per year plus time off for sick leave and unscheduled life events13 paid holidaysUpfront tuition assistance for approved degree programsAnnual bonus program based on company and employee performanceCompany paid life insurance AD&D Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance4 weeks paid Parental LeaveEmployee 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 or contact and press 2 for Human Resources.ITC & Security Clearance Requirements: This position requires TS/SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance with adjudicated Full Scope Poly.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.Required Experience:Senior IC Key Skills VMware,System Design,Computer Networking,System Architecture,Windows,Systems Engineering,Virtualization,Requirements Management,Signal Processing,Linux,SAN,Dns Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1