Acquisition Software Engineer

Job Overview

General information Requisition # R67630 Locations USA-Remote Work Posting Date 05/13/2026 Security Clearance Required TS/SCI Remote Type Fully Remote Time Type Part time & Requirements Shape the future of defense with MANTECH!

Join a team dedicated to safeguarding our nation through advanced tech and innovative solutions. Since 1968, we’ve been a trusted partner to the Department of Defense, delivering cutting-edge projects that make a real impact.

Job Description

Dive into exciting opportunities in Cybersecurity, IT, Data Analytics and more. Propel your career forward and be part of something extraordinary. Your journey starts now-protect and innovate with MANTECH!

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Acquisition Software Engineer to join our team in Stafford, VA . This position is integrated in the Program Management Office and focused on DoD 5000, acquisition lifecycle compliance.

This is a remote, part-time-on-call position that requires an active DoD TS/SCI clearance. The level of effort will not exceed 30 hours per week.

Support engineering activities and programmatic milestones through the development and review of engineering documentation (System Engineering Plans, Test and Evaluation Master Plans, Interface Control Documents, System Specifications, etc.

) and requirements documentation, System Engineering Technical Review briefing materials, configuration management activities and program schedules.

Review detailed technical studies, conduct analysis of current and future requirements relating to design, all phases of testing and fielding, and mission effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities

• Since 1968, we’ve been a trusted partner to the Department of Defense, delivering cutting-edge projects that make a real impact.
• This position is integrated in the Program Management Office and focused on DoD 5000, acquisition lifecycle compliance.
• Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Provide technical expertise in research and development, acquisition and sustainment of innovative tactical intelligence collection, processing, and dissemination equipment.
• Support engineering activities and programmatic milestones through the development and review of engineering documentation (System Engineering Plans, Test and Evaluation Master Plans, Interface Control Documents, System Specifications, etc.) and requirements documentation, System Engineering Technical Review briefing materials, configuration management activities and program schedules.
• Provide technical support, coordination, and recommendations to the Government Project Office using general software development, system design, system development life cycle principles and/or requirements analysis.
• Support and participate in systems engineering technical reviews (systems requirements review, preliminary and critical design reviews, integration readiness reviews, and system acceptance reviews) through documentation preparation, analysis of criteria, and preparation of briefing materials.
• Interface with the Program Office to manage engineering tasks, provide subject matter expertise in acquisition engineering best practices, and analyze technical problems.
• Develop courses of action and recommend solutions for presentation to leadership.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• General information Requisition # R67630 Locations USA-Remote Work Posting Date 05/13/2026 Security Clearance Required TS/SCI Remote Type Fully Remote Time Type Part time & Requirements Shape the future of defense with MANTECH!
• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree with at least 10 years of related experience as a software engineer.
• Additional 2 years of experience may be substituted in lieu of degree.
• Experience with DoD 5000 processes and requirements.
• The experience should show increasing responsibility in development or maintenance of software, system development, system design, and/or information networks.
• Experience in at least four of the following: Java, C#, Python, JavaScript, databases, HTML, GIS/geospatial systems, service-oriented architecture, agile development, repository management, code reviews, defect triage, release coordination Proven experience with C4ISR systems DoDD 8140/8570 compliant/certified (e.g., current Security+ certification).
• Must be able to travel up to 30% per year.
• Preferred Qualifications: Expertise with TAK API and coding , SDR command-and-control, JSDR, CED, MIDB, IBS, MEPED, MINOTAUR, SDR radio data Knowledge of DoD/USMC garrison and tactical environments.

Benefits and Perks

• 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.

Work Location and Schedule

This role is listed as Remote USA with location information shown as Remote USA. The employment type is Full Time.

About the Company

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