AEGIS Senior Systems Engineer - JobID-0227

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), a leading defense technology company, is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join our Missile Defense Analysis and Modeling (MDAM) team. The ideal candidate will contribute to the design and development of complex real-time sea-based weapon systems. In this role, you will be instrumental in the ongoing rearchitecting of our mission-critical systems while actively mentoring and supporting junior engineering staff in a highly collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Understand and communicate detailed system specifications to a level sufficient to refactor existing combat system design for improved efficiency and/or effectiveness
• Lead the development of software that meets rigorous certification standards and validation processes
• Participate and direct activities in the ongoing testing and rearchitecting of systems as programs evolve
• Execute complex system stress tests and utilize industry tools like Cameo / MagicDraw and/or IBM Rhapsody to model and evaluate weapon system behavior
• Calculate, analyze, and evaluate probabilistic combat system performance measures particularly for live-fire and -related scenarios
• Provide guidance, support, and domain knowledge transfer to junior engineering staff

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Physics, or Mathematics, or equivalent full-time professional experience
• 7+ years of full-time professional experience in System Engineering, or related technical roles
• Documented experience as the lead engineer for a technical program or project
• Familiarity with systems engineering and modeling concepts, including proficiency with Cameo / MagicDraw or Rhapsody
• Proficiency in at least two of the following programming languages: C++, Java, Python, or MATLAB
• Strong willingness to learn complex new domains, such as defense architectures and probabilistic performance measures
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time, as needed
• All applicants must be able to obtain/maintain an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance
• This is a 100% onsite position at our Mount Laurel, NJ facility

Skills

• Previous professional experience with the Aegis Combat System
• Experience with the US Missile Defense System (MDS) and in-depth knowledge of at least one of its elements
• Advanced academic degree in a STEM field
• Knowledge of radar and/or digital signal processing principles
• Proficiency with IBM DOORS
• Experience working with SysML
• Knowledge of probabilistic combat system performance measures (e.g., PD, PES, PK)
• Experience applying AI and/or ML to solve technical problems
• Familiarity with software certification principles and the use of AI agents for recompiling tasks

Pay

Pay range: $135,000 - $231,000 or $164,000 - $273,000. This amount may not be reflective of actual compensation that may be earned as pay is dependent on a candidate’s experience, skills, and education. The posted range does not include bonuses, commissions, tips, or other benefits.

Benefits

• Generous benefits package
• Competitive PTO
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) with immediate vesting and matching
• 9/80 optional schedule (2nd and 4th Friday off every month)
• Tuition Assistance Reimbursement Program
• Professional Development Resources
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
• Organization-Wide Monthly Tech Connect Events
• Annual Employee Recognition Awards
• Regular Social Events and Catered Lunches