Systems Engineering Manager - Mission Solutions

Job overview

The Systems Engineering Manager - Mission Solutions role is hybrid, with the listing identifying Reston, VA; the description also names an Arlington, VA office as an onsite option. Compensation is $185,000–$225,000 per year. The role leads the Mission Solutions Systems Engineering group, which develops secure, resilient platforms for U.S. and allied defense and intelligence missions. The manager leads mission architects, mission designers, and systems engineers across the program lifecycle, aligning technical execution with program objectives while developing the engineering team. This work supports delivery of mission-ready satellite and space mission technology to customers.

What you'll do

• Lead and support the systems engineering group through the program lifecycle
• review proposal technical content
• coach, mentor, and manage staff performance and career development
• coordinate departmental work
• plan staffing and recruiting
• develop resource estimates
• use agile practices for sprint planning and progress tracking
• ensure compliance with regulations, security standards, and company policies
• identify process improvements.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

systems engineering manager

mission solutions

reston va

arlington va

umbra

hybrid

space mission systems

satellite technology

engineering leadership

personnel management

$185k–$225k/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Flexible time off
• sick, family, and medical leave
• employer-funded medical, dental, vision, life, LTD, and STD coverage
• employee-funded voluntary coverage options
• 401(k) with 3% company contribution
• stock options
• free parking
• free daily office lunch

Why this role

Requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related STEM field, 8+ years in systems engineering or a related field, 3+ years of direct personnel management, and 3+ years in space mission systems engineering. Applicants must be U.S. citizens to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.

About the employer

Umbra is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.