Mission Systems Engineer

guidehouse· US101 Guidehouse Inc.
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📍 US - MD, Annapolis JunctionFull time💰 USD 113K–188K

About this role

Job Family:

Technology Consulting


Travel Required:

None


Clearance Required:

Active Top Secret SCI with Polygraph

What You Will Do:

The Mission Systems Engineer will manage a portfolio of systems and support enterprise Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) responsible for implementing system compliance controls by generating requirements and approving controls and certifications. Analyzes user’s requirements, concept of operations documents, and high-level system architectures to develop system requirements specifications. The Mission Systems Engineer analyzes system requirements and leads design and development activities.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

  • Guiding users in formulating requirements, advises alternative approaches, and conducts feasibility studies.

  • Providing technical leadership for the integration of requirements, design, and technology. Incorporates new plans, designs and systems into ongoing operations.

  • Develops technical documentation.

  • Develops system Architecture and system design documentation.

  • Guides system development and implementation planning through assessment or preparation of system engineering management plans and system integration and test plans.

  • Interacts with the Government regarding Systems Engineering technical considerations and for associated problems, issues or conflicts.

  • Has ultimate responsibility for the technical integrity of work performed and deliverables associated with the Systems Engineering area of responsibility.

  • Communicates with other program personnel, government overseers, and senior executives.

What You Will Need:

  • An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED TS/SCI Federal or DoD security clearance with a FULL SCOPE (FS/FSP) polygraph

  • Bachelor's degree

  • FOURTEEN (14) or more years’ experience as a Systems Engineer in mission-oriented programs

What Would Be Nice To Have:

  • Excel in written and oral communications with diverse stakeholders leveraging in-person, email, and virtual (video) channels

  • Manage knowledge and workflow in Jira and Confluence tools

  • Work collaboratively with Integrated Product Teams to achieve architectural and software development solutions

  • Participate in an Integrated Product Team to design new capabilities based upon evaluation of all necessary development and operational considerations

  • Develop system design solution that satisfies the system requirements and fulfills the functional analysis

  • Derive from the system requirements an understanding of stakeholder needs, functions that may be logically inferred and implied as essential to system effectiveness

The annual salary range for this position is $113,000.00-$188,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.


What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

  • Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

  • Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan

  • Basic Life & Supplemental Life

  • Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

  • Student Loan PayDown

  • Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

  • Skills Development & Certifications

  • Employee Referral Program

  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

  • Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

  • Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.

All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or guidehouse@myworkday.com.  Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse.  Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event. Never provide your banking information to a third party purporting to need that information to proceed in the hiring process.

If any person or organization demands money related to a job opportunity with Guidehouse, please report the matter to Guidehouse’s Ethics Hotline. If you want to check the validity of correspondence you have received, please contact recruiting@guidehouse.com. Guidehouse is not responsible for losses incurred (monetary or otherwise) from an applicant’s dealings with unauthorized third parties.

Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Mission Systems Engineer role at guidehouse?
The listed salary for this Mission Systems Engineer position at guidehouse is USD 113K–188K. This is an Full time role.
Where is the Mission Systems Engineer position at guidehouse located?
This Mission Systems Engineer role at guidehouse is based in US - MD, Annapolis Junction. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Mission Systems Engineer role at guidehouse full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Mission Systems Engineer role in the US101 Guidehouse Inc. department at guidehouse.
Which team or department does the Mission Systems Engineer at guidehouse belong to?
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When was the Mission Systems Engineer job at guidehouse posted?
This Mission Systems Engineer position at guidehouse was posted on Sep 18, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Mission Systems Engineer
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