DARPA Computer Engineer, TS/SCI

Blue Sky Innovators•Arlington, VA

5d•$150,000 - $250,000•Onsite

About The Position

Blue Sky Innovators, Inc. is seeking a Computer Engineer to support DARPA programs. This role involves conceiving, planning, and conducting research in complex problem areas, requiring unconventional approaches and sophisticated techniques. The engineer will make independent decisions on R&D engineering problems and methods, and will be responsible for resolving important questions and coordinating work. This position requires a TS/SCI clearance and offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer, Electrical or Electronics Engineering or Mathematics with field of concentration in computer science.
Seven (7) years with Masters or 11 years with Bachelor’s degree of experience in computer design, software development or computer networks.
TS/SCI Clearance
At least seven (7) years of experience supporting research and development (R&D) Department of Defense (DoD) programs.
Demonstrated skill in conceiving, planning and conducting research in problem areas of considerable scope and complexity requiring unconventional or novel approaches and sophisticated research techniques.
Demonstrated ability to make decisions independently on research and development (R&D) engineering problems and methods, and to resolve important questions and to plan and coordinate work.
Demonstrated experience in the use of advanced techniques, theories, precepts, and practices for each lead of the four functional areas (Intelligence and Mission Capabilities, Architecture, Applications, and Mission Integration). Each functional area lead shall have at least five (5) years extensive experience, background and knowledge of the corresponding functional area.

Nice To Haves

At least three (3) years of experience working in DARPA or similar organization is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Conceive, plan, and conduct research in problem areas of considerable scope and complexity requiring unconventional or novel approaches and sophisticated research techniques.
Make decisions independently on research and development (R&D) engineering problems and methods.
Resolve important questions and plan and coordinate work.
Lead one of the four functional areas (Intelligence and Mission Capabilities, Architecture, Applications, and Mission Integration) with extensive experience, background, and knowledge of the corresponding functional area.