Systems Engineer Jr Security Clearance

Position: Systems Engineer Jr with Security Clearance
Systems Engineer - Jr Jr-Level | $55,000-$68,000 | Newport News, VA Shape the future of data-driven defense systems. Join Caribou Thunder as a Systems Engineer, where you'll design, optimize, and sustain advanced data management and analytics systems that enable real-time decision-making for mission success. You'll work across functional teams to ensure system integrity from concept to deployment-fusing technology, data, and strategy to deliver lasting impact.

A Day in the Life - What You'll Do
• Design, implement, and manage data ingestion and synchronization processes across multiple systems.
• Develop data models and architectures that enhance consistency, scalability, and accessibility.
• Write precise, testable requirements with clear acceptance criteria.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to transform business needs into technical solutions.
• Conduct data analysis, quality assessments, and continuous process improvements.
• Support full software and system development life cycles-from requirements through testing and fielding.
• Lead independent investigations and deliver technical recommendations to cross-functional teams.
• Communicate with geographically dispersed development teams to maintain compliance with evolving standards.

Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, IT, or related STEM field
• 2+ years of experience in systems engineering or a related role
• Experience with data analytics and management tools
• Proficiency in SQL and data query languages
• Familiarity with data ingestion and synchronization methods
• Strong understanding of logical and physical data models
• Experience writing technical documentation and requirements
• U.S. citizenship with active Interim Secret clearance

Preferred Qualifications
• Master's degree in a related field
• 4+ years of experience in systems engineering, data analytics, or data architecture
• Experience with cloud data platforms and big data technologies
• Knowledge of MBSE tools such as Cameo Enterprise Architecture
• Understanding of data warehousing and ETL processes
• Familiarity with DoDAF models and Agile/Scrum frameworks
• Cross-platform experience (Windows, Unix/Linux) and virtualization tools
• System administration experience (Solaris/Linux and Windows)
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently
• Active TS/SCI clearance If this sounds like you, we'd love to talk. Apply today and build something that matters. Who is Caribou Thunder? Caribou Thunder is a HUBZone-certified small business providing advanced technical and engineering services to the U.S. Department of War and its mission partners. 35+ states and 20+ countries. We've delivered trusted solutions for over two decades - strengthening national readiness across missions on land, undersea, in the air, and throughout LEO, MEO, GEO, and deep space.

Why Caribou Thunder? TEAM THUNDER - Mission Focused. Delivery Proven. Ready to Serve.
* Employee Advocacy
* Mission Proven
* Global Reach
* Skilled Teams
* Modern Tools
* Empowering Culture Our engineers and innovators ensure capability from sea floor to space frontier - delivering on time, maintaining compliance, and performing with precision in high-consequence environments. We specialize in Engineering Services, Cybersecurity, Software Development, Modeling & Simulation, Digital Engineering, and Artificial Intelligence - disciplines powering the nation's most complex technical missions. Employee Advocacy + Benefits Our people are the heart of Caribou Thunder.

We invest in their growth, flexibility, and well-being - knowing their success drives ours. Benefits include:
* Premium Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
* 401(k) with 6% Company Match
* Flexible PTO & Work Schedule
* Education & Certification Reimbursement
* Support for Military Leave
* Work-Life Balance & Traditional Family Values Your future, your flexibility, your well-being - we invest in you. Apply and let's connect. #PAS
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