Systems Engineer

Systems Engineer

We are seeking a mission-focused and passionate Systems Engineer who excels in system architecture, design, specification, evaluation, integration, testing, and adaptation. As part of our distributed team of engineers, you will play a crucial role in shaping the architecture and requirements of custom applications and advanced R&D solutions. You will collaborate with a multi-disciplinary agile team, including developers, UX specialists, testers, and other key roles.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the development and execution of program milestone events, including customer meetings and formal Government testing events.
• Conduct testing events of software solutions and generate comprehensive test result documentation.
• Develop test procedures that verify requirements and ensure traceability between requirements, code, and verification.
• Engage in hardware and software integration tasks.
• Collaborate on systems engineering lifecycle processes, including verification, validation, and requirements decomposition.

Essential Skills

• Current TS/SCI CI Poly clearance.
• Proficiency in systems engineering, including requirements, hardware-software integration, and lifecycle management.
• Experience with verification and validation processes.
• Ability to develop tracings between requirements, code, and verification.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Certification in Security+ (Sec+).
• Experience with automated tests, commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) products, cloud technologies, AWS, SATCOM, and GEOINT.

Work Environment

Our headquarters is located in Aurora, featuring a pit for collaborative work, individual offices, a fully-equipped kitchen, and an on-site gym. We also have a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) on-site. Enjoy complimentary soda and snacks. We are a growing team of 100, with plans to expand by an additional 40 members. Our company is a subsidiary of ARKA and a sister company to Amergint, Danbury, and Tethers. We foster a culture of innovation, fun, empowerment, and family, encouraging personal and professional growth.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Aurora, CO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $90.00/hr.

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 Type

This is a fully onsite position in Aurora, CO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 20, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.