Systems Engineer, Data and Analytics

Job overview

The Systems Engineer, Data and Analytics role is onsite in Annapolis Junction, MD, with an annual salary range of $190,000–$220,000. DarkStar Intelligence supports national security operations across intelligence, cybersecurity, technology, and operational support. The engineer supports data-driven system analysis, requirements development, architecture modeling, integration planning, testing, and performance evaluation. The work translates mission requirements into technical solutions and informs engineering decisions for complex mission systems.

What you'll do

• Analyze system requirements and translate operational needs into technical solutions
• conduct data analysis and system modeling
• evaluate performance metrics and technical datasets
• support architecture development and engineering documentation
• conduct technical analyses, models, and trade studies
• support integration, testing, verification, and lifecycle engineering
• develop or analyze architectures using frameworks such as DoDAF
• collaborate with government stakeholders, analysts, and engineering teams
• prepare technical reports and assessments.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

systems engineer

data and analytics

annapolis junction md

darkstar intelligence

$190k–$220k/year

systems engineering

data analysis

system modeling

dodaf

ts/sci polygraph

national security

mission systems

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) options
• professional development and training opportunities.

Why this role

Bachelor’s degree in a related technical discipline, 14 years of demonstrated relevant experience, and TS/SCI polygraph required. Python, R, MATLAB, DoDAF/MBSE, and DoD or Intelligence Community experience are desired.

About the employer

Darkstar Intelligence LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.