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General information

Requisition #
R61698
Locations
USA-VA-Reston, USA-VA-Chantilly, USA-VA-Arlington, USA-MD-Fort Meade, USA-DC-Washington
Posting Date
08/06/2025
Security Clearance Required
Public Trust/Suitability
Remote Type
Hybrid
Time Type
Full time

Description & Requirements

Transform the future of federal services with MANTECH! Join a vibrant, energetic team committed to enhancing national security and public services through innovative tech. Since 1968, we’ve partnered with Federal Civilian sectors to deliver impactful solutions. Engage in exciting projects in Digital Transformation, Cybersecurity, IT, Data Analytics and more. Ignite your career and drive change. Your journey starts now—innovate and excel with MANTECH!

***This is for a future opportunity***

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Associate Systems Engineer to join our team in the National Capital Region (NCR). This is a hybrid position .

As an Associate Systems Engineer, this individual will contribute to the foundational design and implementation of IT systems and software for government desktop services. This is an excellent opportunity for new graduates to begin a career supporting vital federal IT infrastructure.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Contribute to maintaining a secure and efficient IT environment for government users.

  • Support the design, development, and implementation of systems and software for government desktop services.

  • Assist in testing and debugging software to ensure functionality and performance.

  • Contribute to documentation of system architectures and software designs.

  • Collaborate with senior engineers to learn and apply best practices in systems engineering.

  • Ensure compliance with government IT security standards and policies.

  • Performs engineering activities as directed to support the DHS mission

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field

  • 1+ years of experience Experience working on cross functional teams. Experience utilizing Microsoft Office

  • Understanding of network architecture, protocols (TCP/IP, etc.), and security principles is essential.
  • Experience with scripting languages like Python, Bash, or PowerShell 
  • Familiarity with virtualization technologies (VMware, VirtualBox, etc.) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Basic understanding of software development life cycles and engineering principles.

  • Familiarity with one or more programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, C#).

  • Strong foundational knowledge of operating systems (Windows, Linux).

  • Eagerness to learn and contribute to a government IT support environment.

Clearance Requirements:

  • Ability to obtain active Secret Clearance

  • Must be able to obtain a DHS Suitability

Physical Requirements:

  • The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time. Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, or to communicate with co-workers, management, and customers, via email, phone, and or virtual communication, which may involve delivering presentations.


The projected compensation range for this position is $63,700.00-$105,800.00. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories.  In addition, MANTECH invests in its employees beyond just compensation.  MANTECH’s benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, short-term and long-term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.

MANTECH International Corporation considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with MANTECH, please email us at careers@mantech.com and provide your name and contact information.