Space and Defense Systems Engineer

Skyline Scientific Inc; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Competitive

PTO 25 days

Employer-Paid Medical

Disability & Life Insurance

401k 15% Match

Profit Sharing

Compressed Workweek

Annual Performance Bonus

Referral & Incentive Bonuses

Professional Development

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

Skyline Scientific Inc. seeks a Space and Defense Systems Engineer to design, develop, and deploy advanced software and AI-driven solutions that support national security.

You will work on machine learning-enabled sensor-data workflows, neural network training pipelines, automation tools, and algorithm development. This role requires strong software engineering, experience with ML pipelines, and the ability to operate in Windows and Linux environments, including secure spaces.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Data Science, or related STEM field.
• 2+ years of algorithm development, scientific computing, ML workflow support, or related software experience.
• Programming experience for software development, data processing, automation, or algorithm implementation.
• Ability to create logical software architecture from well defined requirements.
• Comfortable collaborating with subject matter experts to understand data, algorithms, mission needs, and constraints.
• Familiarity with source control and development tools such as Git, GitLab, Bitbucket, Jira, Jenkins, or similar tools.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and comfortable learning new technical domains.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• Willingness to work in classified or secure customer environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Python-based software for scientific, analytical, simulation, automation, machine learning, and operational applications.
• Work with sensor experts, scientists, machine learning specialists, and analysts to translate technical concepts into software requirements, logic trees, schematics, and executable workflows.
• Create clear software architecture, block diagrams, code structure, and documentation so that tools can be maintained and extended.
• Test, integrate, troubleshoot, and optimize algorithms, data pipelines, ML-enabled tools, and software modules into deployable software packages.
• Manage, maintain, and optimize Git repositories.

Skills

Python

Machine learning workflows

Data analysis

Software architecture

Security clearance readiness

Collaboration with experts

Self-motivation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

Git

GitLab

Bitbucket

Jira

Jenkins

Job description

Description

Job Title:

Space and Defense Systems Engineer, Full-Time

Pay Range:

$160,000 - 200,000

Are you looking for more than just a seat on a contract?

Are you looking for more than just a seat on a contract? Are you tired of big-box defense contractors where your contributions get lost in layers of bureaucracy?At Skyline Scientific, your skills will shape the future.Skyline Scientific is looking for a motivated computer engineer who is excited to work on machine learning-enabled sensor-data workflows, neural network training pipelines, automation tools, and algorithm development in support of national security missions.

This role is ideal for someone who can understand a technical problem, design the software logic, build modular workflows, and work closely with sensor, data, and machine learning experts to turn complex technical concepts into usable tools.This role requires willingness to learn and expand your skills, a clear thinker, and someone who is excited to work with scientists and engineers to build software that supports simulation, training data workflows, automation, analysis, and operational decision-making and strong code organization skills. Work may be performed in both Windows and Linux environments, including classified workspaces. Candidates must be comfortable working in secure customer environments.

We offer top-tier benefits, an entrepreneurial culture, and a tight-knit team of experts who are passionate about their craft. If you’re looking for real engineering challenges, supportive leadership, and the ability to make a direct impact, this is the place for you.

Why Skyline Scientific?

• Technical Mission Work: Build Python-based tools for sensor data, scientific data, training pipelines, simulation, automation, and mission analytics.
• Small Expert Team: Work directly with scientists, sensor experts, machine learning specialists, and customers without excessive bureaucracy.
• Industry-Leading Benefits: 15% employer 401(k) contribution with no employee contribution required, employer-paid healthcare, and one of the strongest benefits packages in the industry.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and maintain Python-based software for scientific, analytical, simulation, automation, machine learning, and operational applications.
• Work with sensor experts, scientists, machine learning specialists, and analysts to translate technical concepts into software requirements, logic trees, schematics, and executable workflows.
• Create clear software architecture, block diagrams, code structure, and documentation so that tools can be maintained, extended, and transitioned to other users.
• Test, integrate, troubleshoot, and optimize algorithms, data pipelines, machine learning-enabled tools, and software modules into deployable software packages.
• Manage, maintain, and optimize Git repositories

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Data Science, or a related STEM field. Equivalent technical experience may be considered.
• 2+ years of algorithm development, scientific computing, machine learning workflow support, or related technical software experience.
• Programming experience for software development, data processing, automation, analysis, or algorithm implementation.
• Ability to work from well defined technical requirements and create logical software architecture, workflows, and implementation plans.
• Comfortable collaborating with subject matter experts to understand data, algorithms, mission needs, and technical constraints.
• Familiarity with source control and development tools such as Git, GitLab, Bitbucket, Jira, Jenkins, or similar tools.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and comfortable learning new technical domains.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• Willingness and ability to work in classified or secure customer environments.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Active Top Secret, TS/SCI
• Experience with machine learning workflows, neural network applications, training data preparation, data labeling, model evaluation, or ML-enabled analytics.
• Experience with sensor data, scientific data, signal processing, image processing, simulation, modeling, or equivalent technical data workflows.
• Experience developing software for simulation, modeling, data workflows, automation, mission analysis, or scientific/engineering applications.
• Experience creating software architecture diagrams, workflow schematics, logic trees, or technical implementation plans.
• Proficiency in Python for software development and data analysis, including version control with Git
• Experience integrating algorithms into existing software suites or operational workflows.
• Experience supporting defense, intelligence, aerospace, scientific, engineering, or classified customer environments.

BENEFITS:

• Attractive Salary
• Paid Time Off (PTO): 25 days
• Medical, Dental & Vision: Employer-Paid
• Disability & Life Insurance Coverage
• 401k:15% Employer Match (no contribution required)
• Profit Sharing Options
• Compressed Workweek Options
• Annual Performance Bonus
• Referral & Incentive Bonus Opportunities
• Professional Development & Education Assistance
• Relocation Assistance Options

Join Skyline Scientific—Where Innovation Meets Mission.

This isn’t a role where you’ll sit idle on a contract—it’s an opportunity to design, develop, and deploy advanced software and AI-driven solutions that impact national security.

If you're looking for a position where your expertise is valued, your work makes a difference, and you're surrounded by top-tier talent.

Our company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees are valued and respected.