Senior Systems Engineer at Cogito Innovations in Hollywood, MD

Cogito Innovations, LLC designs secure, resilient networks that carry mission-critical traffic for the life of the system. We offer a wide range of services, from system design to project management.

​We are looking for talented people that live to be challenged and are willing to take complex projects head-on. This is a fast-paced industry, and we understand the importance of your development. We place a strong emphasis on training, mentoring, and career advancement opportunities. This is more than a paycheck. You will have the opportunity to get your hands dirty and directly contribute to the growth of our young company. Do you have what it takes?​

Cogito Innovations is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer with strong systems-level thinking and demonstrated technical and team management experience. In this leadership role, you’ll be responsible for designing and integrating complex systems, coordinating across engineering disciplines, and guiding project execution from concept to completion.

If you have a passion for building sophisticated, mission-critical systems and enjoy mentoring teams while solving big-picture technical challenges, we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

• Lead system architecture, design, and integration efforts across diverse engineering domains.
• Manage engineering teams or sub-teams by setting goals, allocating resources, and providing technical direction.
• Define system-level requirements, develop interface specifications, and drive the development lifecycle.
• Collaborate closely with software, mechanical, and test engineers to ensure aligned, robust system performance.
• Oversee project schedules, technical deliverables, and cross-functional coordination.
• Author and present high-quality technical documentation and reviews for stakeholders.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in systems engineering and integration.
• 2+ years of engineering management or team leadership experience, including tasking, oversight, and mentoring.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate multi-disciplinary teams and ensure delivery of complex technical solutions.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Bonus Points For

• Experience leading systems through full lifecycle development (requirements, design, integration, testing).
• Familiarity with tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, SPICE, or system modeling software.
• Background in fast-paced, R&D-oriented environments.
• Active or eligible security clearance (not required).

Why Join Cogito Innovations?

At Cogito, we take pride in building systems that make a difference. Join a team where:

• Leadership is recognized and nurtured.
• Innovation and real-world problem-solving are at the core of what we do.
• You'll have the freedom to shape projects and the support to grow professionally.
• Your contributions will directly impact the success of our clients and our mission.

We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative environment designed to help you thrive.

Cogito Innovations is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person