SENIOR SYSTEMS ENGINEER

Ignite Now; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ignite Now is seeking an experienced systems engineer in Huntsville, Alabama, tasked with performing analysis of missile defense test events and collaborating with key stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have over 12 years of related experience and hold a Master’s degree in a STEM field. Candidate proficiency in systems engineering, developing technical briefings, and familiarity with secure system practices are essential. An active Secret Security Clearance is required.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of relevant systems engineering or technical experience for missile defense related programs.
• Strong understanding of MDA systems engineering processes and procedures.
• Ability to operate independently and communicate effectively across diverse technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform integrated analysis and evaluation of DoG test events.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across MDA and supporting organizations.
• Develop executive-level briefings for senior leaders.

Skills

Systems engineering

Strong understanding of MDA systems engineering processes

Technical briefings

Cybersecurity-informed engineering

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Education

Master's Degree in STEM field

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

DOORS

Windchill

Qlik

Job description

Responsibilities

• Perform integrated analysis and evaluation of DoG test events including Flight Tests, Ground Tests, and System Integration Check Out (SICO) activities.
• Participate in and support engineering milestones such as Preliminary and Critical Design Reviews (PDR/CDR), Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs), and technical assessments.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across MDA and supporting organizations to coordinate schedules, resolve issues, and ensure technical accuracy.
• Provide input on secure system design considerations, risk identification, and mitigation strategies.
• Lead or support technical interchange meetings (TIMs), action tracking, and meeting coordination.
• Develop executive-level briefings, technical papers, and correspondence for senior leaders, including Flag Officers and SES personnel.
• Coordinate GENser and SAP-level meetings and VTCs as needed.
• Represent the Government customer in IPTs, working groups, and forums.
• Apply engineering tools such as DOORS, Windchill, and Qlik for analysis and coordination.
• Support efforts related to system security, including compliance tracking or integration of cybersecurity inputs into engineering processes.

Required Qualifications

• 12+ years of relevant systems engineering or technical experience for missile defense related programs.
• Master's Degree in STEM field.
• Strong understanding of MDA systems engineering processes and procedures.
• Demonstrated understanding of system architecture.
• Experience with MDA system elements (e.g., Patriot, THAAD, Aegis, C2BMC).
• Familiarity with secure development practices, configuration management, and cybersecurity-informed engineering.
• Knowledge of the ETM-2 system and experience managing Congressional or routine taskers.
• Ability to operate independently and communicate effectively across diverse technical teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Project).
• Skilled in developing and delivering technical briefings to senior decision-makers.

Desired Qualifications

• Background that includes exposure to secure system development and cybersecurity-informed engineering practices.
• Bachelor's degree in STEM in addition to Master's degree in STEM.

Security Clearance

Must have an active Secret Security Clearance.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are equal opportunity/affirmative action employers, committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under state or local law.