Systems Engineer Jobs in Virginia

Systems Engineer jobs in Virginia are open across Herndon, Richmond, and Reston and other Virginia metros, with employers like Amazon, Maximus, and BAE Systems USA hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles242+
Top employerAmazon
Top cityHerndon, VA
Cities hiring50
Work type81% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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General Dynamics Information Technology
Senior M365 Systems Engineer
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General Dynamics Information Technology
Added 4d ago
Senior M365 Systems Engineer
General Dynamics Information Technology
Falls Church, Virginia
Cloud & DevOps
Technical Product & Program Management
Cybersecurity
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
$108k - $145k/yr
Hybrid
High School
10,000+

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Amazon.com
Security Systems Engineer
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Amazon.com
Added 6d ago
Security Systems Engineer
Amazon.com
Herndon, Virginia
Cybersecurity
Technical Product & Program Management
Specialized Engineering
Security Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
$117k - $160k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Amazon.com
Principal Power Systems Engineer
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Amazon.com
Added 1w ago
Principal Power Systems Engineer
Amazon.com
Herndon, Virginia
Specialized Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Project & Program Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project Management
$163k - $220k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Maximus
Senior Systems Engineer
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Maximus
Added 1w ago
Senior Systems Engineer
Maximus
Springfield, Virginia
IT Support & Systems Administration
Cloud & DevOps
Technical Product & Program Management
Systems Administration
IT Support
$100k - $140k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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KBR
Enterprise Systems Engineer
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KBR
Added 1w ago
Enterprise Systems Engineer
KBR
Chantilly, Virginia
Specialized Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Systems Engineer Jobs by City in Virginia

Where Virginia roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Herndon
31 jobs
Richmond
30 jobs
Reston
23 jobs
Sterling
16 jobs
Tysons
16 jobs
Manassas
11 jobs
Arlington
9 jobs
McLean
9 jobs
Ashburn
8 jobs

Systems Engineer Job Market in Virginia

A snapshot from current Virginia openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Amazon
    Amazon33
  • Maximus
    Maximus12
  • BAE Systems USA
    BAE Systems USA11
  • M.C. Dean
    M.C. Dean10
  • RoviSys Building Technologies
    RoviSys Building Technologies8

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software95
  • Consulting & Professional Services57
  • Energy14
  • Manufacturing11
  • Education10

What Virginia Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in systems engineer jobs across Virginia.

  • Bachelor's degree in systems engineering, electrical engineering, or a related technical field
  • Experience with systems engineering lifecycle processes including requirements definition and verification
  • Proficiency with modeling and simulation tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, or SysML
  • Familiarity with configuration management and documentation tools like JIRA or DOORS
  • Active security clearance or eligibility to obtain one, particularly for defense and government roles
  • Experience with integration, testing, and validation across hardware and software subsystems

Systems Engineer Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions

How many systems engineer jobs are there in Virginia?

There are 242+ systems engineer openings in Virginia on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Herndon, Richmond, and Reston. New positions post regularly as employers across Virginia hire.

Which Virginia cities have the most systems engineer jobs?

Herndon, Richmond, and Reston have the most systems engineer openings in Virginia right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire systems engineers in Virginia?

Employers hiring systems engineers in Virginia include Amazon, Maximus, and BAE Systems USA, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote systems engineer jobs in Virginia?

Yes. About 19% of systems engineer openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Virginia metros.

How do I apply for systems engineer jobs in Virginia?

You can apply to systems engineer jobs in Virginia directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Virginia location, then apply to each one that fits.

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