About this role
Top Skills DetailsActive DoD Top Secret with SCI eligibility, TS/SCI, or TS/SCI Poly clearance required. Candidates must possess or be eligible to obtain SCI access. Ability to maintain required security and program access throughout employment is required.Systems Engineering & Requirements Management Experience with requirements development/flow-down, interface analysis, specification derivation, interface control documentation, and systems engineering lifecycle activities.Agile Software Development / Product Ownership Developing user stories and acceptance criteria, working closely with software developers, and supporting iterative delivery of Windows and cloud-based solutions.Technical Documentation & Engineering Artifacts Creating engineering documentation, reports, drawings, CDRLs, and supporting milestone reviews and design reviews.Problem Solving & Cross-Functional Collaboration Translating customer requirements into technical solutions while balancing technical, schedule, and cost constraints and collaborating with customers and development teamsDescriptionThis role is a hands-on Systems Engineering position supporting satellite ground systems and mission software development. The team is primarily focused on the left side of the Systems Engineering V, meaning you'll be responsible for defining and decomposing requirements before software is built. A large part of the work involves using CAMEO and SysML to develop and maintain system models, create diagrams, break down customer and mission requirements into implementable software requirements, and define how different systems and interfaces interact. You'll work closely with software development teams supporting areas such as Command & Control, Mission Management, and Mission Data Processing, helping ensure requirements are translated into software solutions and carried through integration and test. The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys the technical, hands-on work of modeling systems, creating diagrams, decomposing requirements, supporting software products through the development lifecycle, and collaborating with engineers to deliver mission-critical space software capabilities.SkillsSystems engineering, Cameo, MBSE experience, SysML, Linux, Software engineeringAdditional Skills & QualificationsKey ResponsibilitiesPerform functional analysis, workflow analysis, requirements maturation, interface definition, and trade studies.Translate customer requirements into software specifications and total system solutions.Develop and maintain engineering artifacts, documentation, reports, drawings, and CDRL updates.Create and manage user stories and acceptance criteria.Partner with software development teams to implement and validate new capabilities.Support UI/UX concept development and customer feedback integration.Ensure compliance with systems engineering processes, standards, and best practices.Identify, troubleshoot, and mitigate technical risks and issues.Participate in milestone reviews, design reviews, and engineering activities.Support occasional travel as required.Experience LevelIntermediate Level Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Redondo Beach, CA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $50.00 - $90.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Redondo Beach,CA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Oct 13, 2026.
About TEKsystems
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
Were a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. Were a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. Were strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. Were building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.