Senior Staff / Senior Systems Integration Engineer
SciTec, a Firefly Aerospace company, is a dynamic non-traditional defense contractor that delivers advanced technologies in support of U.S. National Security and Defense. For the past forty-five plus years, we have supported Department of Defense customers by developing innovative remote sensing algorithms, tools, and techniques to deliver world-class data exploitation capabilities supporting missile defense; intelligence, surveillance, & reconnaissance; space domain awareness; and aircraft survivability missions.
Important Notice: SciTec exclusively works on U.S. government contracts that require U.S. citizenship for all employees. Applicants that do not meet this requirement will not be considered.
We currently have an immediate opportunity for a Senior Systems Integration Engineer to join our team, focusing on the integration of advanced missile warning software systems. This role offers a distinct chance to contribute to essential national defense projects. You will be involved in the end-to-end integration processes for Overhead Persistent InfraRed (OPIR) sensor systems designed for Missile Warning, Missile Defense, Battlespace Awareness, and Technical Intelligence. SciTec seeks a motivated engineer who thrives in addressing complex integration challenges in support of critical national security objectives.
Responsibilities
- Oversee and execute system integration tasks across software and hardware components
- Develop integration plans and test strategies to ensure system functionality and interoperability
- Coordinate closely with systems engineers, software developers, and test teams to manage integration activities efficiently
- Conduct integration and testing of complex systems, ensuring compliance with system requirements
- Provide technical leadership and mentoring to team members involved in system integration efforts
- Document integration processes and results, and present findings to stakeholders
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- A current TOP SECRET clearance with eligibility for Sensitive Compartmental Information
- A bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or a related technical field
- A minimum of 4 years of professional experience in systems engineering or systems integration
- Proven experience in integrating complex software systems with hardware components
- Strong understanding of system integration principles, testing methodologies, and software development processes
- Experience troubleshooting a platform stack providing software services
- Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Candidates with one or more of the following skills will be preferred:
- Experience with government hosted ground system frameworks
- Experience with missile warning systems or other defense-related applications
- Proficiency with Agile software development methodologies
- Demonstrated experience leading technical teams
- Graduate degrees or coursework in Systems Engineering or related fields
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Benefits
SciTec offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including:
- 3% Fully Vested Company 401K Contribution (no employee contribution required)
- 100% company paid HSA Medical insurance, with a choice of 2 buy-up options
- 80% company paid Dental insurance
- 100% company paid Vision insurance
- 100% company paid Life insurance
- 100% company paid Long-term Disability insurance
- 100% company paid Hospital Indemnity insurance
- Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness insurance
- Short-term Disability insurance
- Annual Profit-Sharing Plan
- Discretionary Performance Bonus
- Paid Parental Leave
- Generous Paid Time Off, including Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Pay
- Flexible Work Hours
The pay range for this position is $127,000 - $193,000 / year. SciTec considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills. This is not a guarantee of compensation.
SciTec is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Vet/Disabled
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Short answers (1)
- Do you have prior experience overseeing and executing system integration tasks across software and hardware components? If so, please describe.
Pick from a list (6)
- This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance, including the ability to demonstrate United States citizenship and pass a background check. Are you a United States citizen?
- Do you have an active DoD SECRET security clearance or higher?
- This is an onsite position in Boulder, CO. Are you able to work on site in Boulder, Colorado
- Do you have a bachelor’s degree in physical sciences, mathematics, engineering, or computer science?
- I authorize investigation of all statements contained in this application for employment as may be necessary in arriving at an employment decision. I hereby understand and acknowledge that, unless otherwise defined by applicable law, any employment relationship with this organization is of an "at will" nature, which means that the Employee may resign at any time and the Employer may discharge Employee at any time with or without cause. It is further understood that this "at will" employment relationship may not be changed by any written document or by conduct unless such change is specifically acknowledged in writing by an authorized executive of this organization. In the event of employment, I understand that false or misleading information given in my application or interview(s) may result in discharge. I understand, also, that I am required to abide by all rules and regulations of the employer.
- I will complete the EEO forms listed on the following page. As a Federal Contractor, SciTec is subject to reporting this information by law. Information collected in these questions is not used in any applicant’s consideration for employment.
Written answers (3)
- If you currently have DoD security clearance, what level of security clearance do you maintain?
- What is your Bachelor's degree in?
- How many years of experience do you have in supporting the architecture, design, development, or operations of space sensing or communication systems?