Staff Systems Engineer, Strategic Defense
Core
Define architecture and capabilities for next-generation integrated air and missile defense (IAMD) systems, ensuring requirements traceability and translating operational needs into executable system architecture.
Role type
Staff Systems Engineer (Strategic Defense)
Builds
Integrated air and missile defense systems, System of Systems sensor integration, and fire-control certification processes.
Domain
Defense / Aerospace / Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD)
Required skills
Systems Engineering, System of Systems integration, Track fusion and discrimination, Fire-control systems, Sensor network integration, Model-based systems engineering, Requirements management, Configuration management, Stakeholder interface, Safety and hazard mitigation
Preferred skills
Weapon systems modeling (EADSIM, AFSIM), Test planning and data analysis, Joint data links (Link 16, JREAP, IBCS), Discrimination algorithms, MATLAB/SIMULINK proficiency
Technologies
Lattice OS, Radar, EO/IR, Passive RF, Space-based missile warning, Link 16, JREAP, IBCS, MATLAB, SIMULINK
Responsibilities
Interface with Army and joint IAMD stakeholders; Develop architecture artifacts and model-based deliverables; Lead requirements and architecture products with full traceability; Define system interfaces for IAMD kill chains; Integrate multi-sensor networks into fire-control-quality track pictures; Manage System of Systems mission threads and track fusion.
Seniority
Staff, hands-on IC with strategic oversight