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This role requires deep experience in designing, developing, integrating, and testing complex software and hardware systems in mission-critical environments. This role applies interdisciplinary engineering principles to ensure that hardware, software, networks, and mission systems operate effectively, securely, and in compliance with Department of Defense standards and regulations.\n\nClearance & Location Requirements:\nAll applicants must be able to obtain/maintain an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance.\nThis is a fully on-site position, based out of our Arlington, VA location.\nKey Responsibilities\n What You Will Do:\nSupport full systems engineering lifecycle including requirement analysis, system design, integration, validation, test, deployment and operational support of complex systems supporting DoD and Navy operational and developmental testing.\nConduct architecture analysis for distributed combat systems (hardware/software/network).\nCollaborate with cross-functional teams including program management, cybersecurity, software development, hardware engineering, logistics, and test organizations.\nDevelop and approve test plans, procedures, and operational methodologies for complex systems and distributed architectures.\nAnalyze test results and provide clear, actionable assessments against requirements, including recommendations for corrective actions.\nParticipate in technical reviews (MRA, MRR, DAWG, TWEG, etc.) and support government and stakeholder briefings.\nSupport model-based systems engineering (MBSE) artifacts including SysML diagrams and interface models.\n\nSkills, Knowledge & Expertise\n Who You Are (Required):\nBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or related STEM field or equivalent relevant professional full-time experience.\n3-5 years of relevant experience in systems engineering or integration roles.\nStrong system integration and test experience, including distributed and tactical systems.\nStrong understanding of systems engineering processes, including requirements traceability and configuration management.\nExperience leading or coordinating test execution and integration activities across functional teams\nExperience supporting U.S. Navy combat systems integration, testing, or sustainment.\nStrong understanding of real-time distributed systems, radar systems, and weapon control logic\nAbility to adapt to rapidly changing priorities and execute multiple concurrent assignments.\nAbility to travel up to 25%.\n What Makes You Stand Out:\nActive Secret Clearance\nExperience with Navy surface warfare systems and tactical applications (e.g., Aegis Weapon System, SSDS, CEC, Link-16).\nSupport integration of radar, systems (IFF), and weapon systems (e.g., RAM, ESSM, CIWS) into an automated self-defense architecture\nDevelop and maintain interface control documents (ICDs) across fire control and command subsystems\nExperience working with land-based test site events and at-sea Combat System Ship Qualification Trials (CSSQT)\nPerform trade studies evaluating performance, latency, cybersecurity posture, and interoperability.\nExperience running, testing, and troubleshooting large-scale or distributed DoD software systems.\nExperience supporting rapid prototyping, experimentation, and capability demonstrations.\nExperience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).\nIf you see yourself reflected in this role and are excited about the impact you could make, we encourage you to apply! If you know someone who may be a great fit, please feel free to share this opportunity with your network.\nJob Benefits\n Why Work at Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT):\nIDT 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, and social office space, designing innovative solutions for our defense industry customers. 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