Associate Systems Engineer - JobID-0052

Innovative Defense Technologies•Arlington, VA

16d•$72,000 - $114,450•Onsite

About The Position

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT) is seeking an Associate Systems Engineer to join their Advanced Capabilities team in Arlington, VA. This is a highly technical role within a fast-paced, customer-focused development, deployment, test, and experimentation team. The engineer will be responsible for designing, testing, integrating, deploying, and operating complex software and hardware systems in mission-critical environments for the US Department of Defense (DOD). The role involves architecting and integrating complex DOD software systems, participating in field test execution, interacting directly with senior warfighters and government sponsors, and resolving integration and operational issues during test events. This position is hands-on, forward-deployed, and requires strong judgment and adaptability in high-visibility environments. Applicants must be able to obtain/maintain an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance. This is an on-site position requiring at least 5 days in the office.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or other STEM field, or equivalent full-time professional experience.
0-1 years of full-time professional experience
Ability to travel up to 50% of the time as needed
Determine SysML model implementation of Systems Engineering designs, including verification methods
Experience using architecture framework like DoDAF/UPDM/UAF
Troubleshooting skills across software, networks, hardware, and operational processes.
Understanding of the activities described by the Systems Engineering V-Model
Ability to understand system behavior through reading system specifications and requirements
Ability to design, develop, and analyze software systems
Ability to perform many concurrent assignments and determine the need for changing priorities
System integration and test experience.
Ability to communicate effectively with team members
Familiarity with the software development process (requirements through deployment)

Nice To Haves

Experience and proficiency with Requirements Management tools (e.g. DOORS)
Experience with scripting or implementing algorithms in C++, Python, JavaScript, Java, MATLAB or other languages
Background in one or more related disciplines (Software Engineering, Cyber Security, IT, Networking).
Experience with VMware vSphere environments, including ESXi and vCenter.

Responsibilities

Define and Scope Solutions: Interpret stakeholder needs to establish clear, prioritized requirements and success criteria that drive project outcomes.
Design and Architect Systems: Participate in the development of structured, scalable system designs that balance performance, reliability, and long-term sustainability.
Integrate, Deploy, and Validate Systems: Assist in the deployment, installation, configuration, and operational support of complex software and hardware systems supporting DoD and Navy operational and developmental testing. Troubleshoot and resolve system, network, software, and integration issues during live test and experimentation events.
Leverage Insights and Data: Analyze customer feedback, research findings, and performance trends to inform design direction and enhance system effectiveness. Analyze test results and provide clear, actionable assessments against requirements, including recommendations for corrective actions.
Collaborate and Share Knowledge: Collaborate directly with senior engineers, warfighters, test directors, and government sponsors to define objectives, schedules, and execution plans.