Systems Engineer

twosixtechnologies· DA Advanced Analytics - Intel Space
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📍 Aurora, Colorado; Herndon, Virginia💰 USD 122K–183K

About this role

At Two Six Technologies, we build, deploy, and implement innovative products that solve the world’s most complex challenges today. Through unrivaled collaboration and unwavering trust, we push the boundaries of what’s possible to empower our team and support our customers in building a safer global future.

Overview of Opportunity 

Two Six Technologies is seeking a Systems Engineer for our Herndon, VA, or Centennial, CO location. The ideal candidate will be able to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, inclusive, and iterative software delivery environment and has an array of skills within the systems engineering discipline. This position will require systems engineering expertise within a multi-faceted team, where the individual is willing to provide a myriad of tasking to support the mission and be willing to learn new technology and methodologies as the program evolves.

What you will need:

  • 2-5 years of Systems Engineering experience on software system projects
  • Experience with system architecture and design (decomposing capabilities into services/components; documenting interfaces and dependencies)
  • Extensive experience producing and maintaining architecture/interface artifacts, including:
  • Experience planning and executing system integration efforts (integration strategy, interface coordination, test events, acceptance criteria)
  • Experience with SMF environments and services
  • Extensive experience with Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence) for backlog management, documentation, and engineering workflows
  • Experience developing CONOPS and translating operational workflows into system requirements and interfaces
  • Strong stakeholder communication (cross-team coordination, technical writing, design reviews)
  • Familiarity with customer/mission context 

Nice to haves:

  • Knowledge of AWS fundamentals (networking, compute, storage, IAM)
  • Knowledge of cloud-native technologies (Docker, Helm, Kubernetes)
  • Experience with API design and documentation using OpenAPI/Swagger
  • Data/storage fundamentals (SQL/NoSQL, data modeling, caching, backup/restore strategies)
  • Experience with message/event systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ, Pub/Sub)
  • Linux proficiency (shell, services, troubleshooting)

Security Clearance:

  • Active TS/SCI with polygraph.

Two Six Technologies is committed to providing competitive and comprehensive compensation packages that reflect the value we place on our employees and their contributions. We believe in rewarding skills, experience, and performance. Our offerings include but are not limited to, medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, retirement benefits, paid leave, tuition assistance and professional development.

The projected salary range listed for this position is annualized. This is a general guideline and not a guarantee of salary. Salary is one component of our total compensation package and the specific salary offered is determined by various factors, including, but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, geographic location, as well as contract specific affordability and organizational requirements.

Salary Range
$121,946$182,918 USD

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Systems Engineer role at twosixtechnologies?
The listed salary for this Systems Engineer position at twosixtechnologies is USD 122K–183K. This is an full-time role.
Where is the Systems Engineer position at twosixtechnologies located?
This Systems Engineer role at twosixtechnologies is based in Aurora, Colorado; Herndon, Virginia. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Which team or department does the Systems Engineer at twosixtechnologies belong to?
This Systems Engineer position is part of the DA Advanced Analytics - Intel Space department at twosixtechnologies. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Systems Engineer position at twosixtechnologies?
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When was the Systems Engineer job at twosixtechnologies posted?
This Systems Engineer position at twosixtechnologies was posted on Sep 2, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Systems Engineer
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