AEGIS Systems Engineer - JobID-0226

Idtus

Mount Laurel Township (NJ)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 184,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

401(k) with immediate vesting and 75%匹

Job summary

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT) seeks a Systems Engineer to join the MDAM team in Mount Laurel, NJ. You will refine system designs, develop software for defense applications, and participate in testing as programs evolve.

Required are a Bachelor's degree in a STEM field, 3+ years in system engineering, and proficiency with Cameo/MagicDraw or Rhapsody. Travel up to 10% may be needed.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or higher in a STEM/engineering field or equivalent experience.
3+ years of full-time system engineering or related roles.
Familiarity with systems engineering and modeling concepts and tools.

Responsibilities

Understand detailed system specifications to refactor combat system design for improved efficiency and effectiveness.
Develop software meeting rigorous certification standards and validation processes.
Participate in testing and rearchitecting of the system as the program evolves.
Execute complex system stress tests and model/evaluate weapon system behavior using industry tools.
Calculate and analyze probabilistic combat system performance measures for live-fire scenarios.

Skills

C++

Java

Python

MATLAB

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/EE/SE/Industrial Eng/Physics/Math

Tools

Cameo/MagicDraw

Rhapsody

Job description

AEGIS Systems Engineer - JobID-0226

Department: Engineering

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Mount Laurel, NJ

Reporting To: TBD

Compensation: $90,000 - $184,000 / year

Description

About The Role

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), a leading defense technology company, is seeking a Systems Engineer to join our Missile Defense Analysis and Modeling (MDAM) team based in Mount Laurel, NJ. The ideal candidate will contribute to the design and development of complex real‑time sea‑based weapon systems. You will collaborate closely with senior engineers to evolve system and system‑of‑systems architectures, develop software, design experiments, and apply advanced systems modeling techniques to support mission‑critical defense applications.

Clearance & Location Requirements

All applicants must be able to obtain/maintain an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance.
This is a 100% onsite position in our Mount Laurel, NJ office.

Key Responsibilities

What You Will Do

Understand detailed system specifications to a level sufficient to refactor existing combat system design for improved efficiency and/or effectiveness.
Develop software that meets rigorous certification standards and validation processes.
Participate in the ongoing testing and rearchitecting of the system as the program evolves.
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.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Who You Are (Required)

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Physics, or Mathematics, or equivalent full‑time professional experience.
3+ years of full‑time professional experience in System Engineering, or related technical roles.
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.

What Makes You Stand Out

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.
Hands‑on experience developing and deploying software in AWS‑centric environments.

Pay Range

Pay Range*: $90,000 - $150,000 or $114,000 - $184,000

*Pursuant to New Jersey Senate Bill 2310 IDT is required to disclose the "pay scale" or "pay range" associated with a job posting. Notably, however, 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. Click here for additional information about Senate Bill 2310. IDT is often looking to place multiple candidates at various levels. Therefore, more than one pay range has been included, commensurate with experience.

Job Benefits

Why Work at Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT)

IDT is a growing company with a vibrant, entrepreneurial culture. We are headquartered in Arlington, VA with additional offices in Fall River, MA; Mount Laurel, NJ; and San Diego, CA. At each location, our employees work together in a modern, snack‑filled (ex. cold brew in a keg), and social office space, designing innovative solutions for our defense industry customers. We offer employees competitive pay and benefits including: