Solutions Engineer

Tangram Flex; Dayton (OH); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Flexible Working Hours

Paid Time Off

Employer Paid Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401K employer match

Job summary

Tangram Flex is looking for a Solutions Engineer to join their Growth Team in Dayton, Ohio. This role focuses on translating defense challenges into effective solutions and collaborating closely with Account Executives and Engineering teams.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in software engineering and system architecture, along with a current U.S. Government Security Clearance. Key responsibilities include engaging with customers, shaping technical strategies, and leading solution discussions.

The position offers hybrid work options and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of experience in software engineering, systems engineering, or solutions architecture.
• Current U.S. Government Security Clearance or ability to obtain one.
• Strong understanding of software architecture and system integration.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Growth and Account teams to qualify opportunities.
• Engage with Government customers to understand mission needs.
• Translate customer problems into tailored solution architectures.

Skills

Software engineering

Solutions architecture

C/C++/Java/Python/Rust

Pre-sales experience

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Software Engineering or equivalent experience

Tools

Embedded Environment Tools

Job description

Tangram Flex is seeking a Solutions Engineer to support our Growth Team at the intersection of technology, mission, and customer engagement. This role is ideal for a technically strong, mission‑oriented professional who can translate complex defense challenges into compelling, executable solutions.

You will work closely with Account Executives, Product, and Engineering to shape opportunities, influence customer requirements, and demonstrate how Tangram Flex’s software, solutions and services solve critical integration, interoperability, and system complexity challenges across defense and national security programs.

What We Do

Our team and products provide solutions to enable innovators to design, develop, verify, and advance critical systems, while accelerating innovation that advances our nation's security. By accelerating delivery of critical systems, Tangram is transforming the way our nation solves complex software challenges.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Partner with Growth and Account teams to qualify opportunities and shape technical strategies
• Engage directly with Government customers, industry primes, and system integrators to understand mission needs, architectures, and constraints
• Translate customer problems into tailored solution architectures leveraging Tangram Flex software, solutions and services
• Lead technical discussions, whiteboarding sessions, and solution workshops with stakeholders
• Develop and deliver compelling technical presentations, product demonstrations, and proof‑of‑concept solutions
• Support proposal efforts including technical solutioning, technical solution narrative writing, and architecture diagram creation
• Contribute to win strategies by aligning solutions with customer priorities (e.g., MOSA, interoperability, speed to field)

Technical Leadership

• Act as a trusted advisor on software architecture, integration, and modular system design
• Provide feedback to Product and Engineering teams based on customer needs and market signals
• Help define reference architectures and reusable solution patterns

DESIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in Software Engineering or equivalent experience
• Current/recent U.S. Government Security Clearance (or ability to obtain one). U.S. Citizenship is required.
• 8–10 years of experience in software engineering, systems engineering, or solutions architecture
• Familiarity with a variety of programming languages and software engineering tools and, to include C/C++/Java/Python/Rust in an Embedded Environment.
• Experience in pre‑sales, solutions engineering, or customer‑facing technical roles
• Deep familiarity with DoD systems, acquisition processes, and mission environments
• Strong understanding of:
• Software architecture (distributed systems, embedded systems, or mission systems)
• System integration and interoperability challenges
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non‑technical audiences
• Experience supporting proposals, RFIs/RFPs, or capture efforts
• Ability to travel 25-50%
• Ideal candidates in Dayton, Ohio, DC, or Maryland area

Physical Requirements

• Ability to travel to client sites, conferences, and lab environments.
• Visual and auditory acuity to participate in meetings and customer demonstrations.
• Ability to handle and transport demo equipment (up to 25 lbs).

We are committed to staying rooted in our core value of Team First. For that reason, we've designed a highly competitive benefits program and supportive work environment to engage employees and their families.

• Hybrid work options
• Flexible Working Hours, 10 paid holidays, and generous Paid Time Off
• Employer Paid Medical, Dental, Vision and Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Access to group rating plans for Life Insurance
• Employer contribution to Health Savings Account
• Competitive 401K employer match
• A work environment and culture that fosters transparency, collaboration and well‑being

Tangram Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its application procedures and in accordance with federal law. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications.

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