Systems Engineer

Job Title: Systems EngineerJob Description This role is responsible for executing rigorous systems engineering processes to support the design, integration, and management of complex nuclear systems throughout their lifecycles. Working within established model-based systems engineering frameworks, this position ensures all system components work together effectively and meet project requirements. The Systems Engineer focuses on verifying and validating product requirements according to the systems engineering lifecycle process while maintaining clear documentation of design decisions and system interfaces. Responsibilities + Apply systems thinking and take a holistic approach to solve problems, analyze and design systems, considering the interdependencies and interactions between various components. + Lead and manage systems engineering lifecycle efforts surrounding stakeholder and operational analysis, requirement identification, decomposition, and management, functional decomposition and modeling, logical system architecture development and modeling, and physical product definition, interface management, and change control. + Oversee design integration and testing, system verification and validation, and concept of operations development and modeling. + Develop and maintain system behavior models using model-based systems engineering (MBSE) tools within established Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) frameworks. + Lead the identification and monitoring of technical risks and develop risk mitigation strategies. + Support value engineering activities including cost analyses, economic feasibility assessments, and cost reduction opportunity identification. + Write and review engineering documentation, reports, and communicate technical details and project progress to technical and non-technical stakeholders. + Execute systems engineering processes within the quality management framework. + Work across engineering disciplines to ensure effective integration of system components and subsystems. + Perform work in accordance with quality assurance procedures to ensure engineering products meet required standards. + Always maintain a professional demeanor and behavior in all forms of communication. + Perform other duties as assigned. Essential Skills + Experience writing engineering requirements. + Bacheloru2019s degree in industrial and systems engineering, or other engineering related discipline from an ABET accredited institution. + Experience and/or knowledge in System Lifecycle Processes (ISO), Operational & Stakeholder Analysis, Requirements Management, System Design & Interface Management, Design Integration & Testing, Verification & Validation, and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) Tools and Methods & Product Lifecycle Management Systems. + Proficiency with tools such as Teamcenter PLM, Cameo, Genesys, SysML, and DOORS. + Knowledge in systems modeling and simulation, interface control and management, configuration management, and risk assessment and management. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience in economic feasibility assessments and cost reduction opportunity identification. + Strong communication skills to relay technical details and project progress to diverse stakeholders. Work Environment On-Site Office Environment. The position offers 3 weeks of PTO and 11 holidays. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Greenbelt, MD. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $80.00/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: u2022 Medical, dental & vision u2022 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital u2022 401(k) Retirement Plan u2013 Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available u2022 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) u2022 Short and long-term disability u2022 Health Spending Account (HSA) u2022 Transportation benefits u2022 Employee Assistance Program u2022 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Greenbelt,MD. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 1, 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, weu2019ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APACu2014with 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. 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Created: 2026-03-20