DSCA AWS Solutions Architect Mid-Level (Engineer Systems Architect) - 29602

HII's Mission Technologies division • Arlington, VA

12d • $135,000 - $170,000 • Remote

About The Position

This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems. HII works within our nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners. Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Join the growing Warfare Systems Business Group at HII-Mission Technologies! We are seeking a Mid-Level AWS Solutions Architect (Engineer Systems Architect 3) to support the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) Case Development Modernization (CDM) effort. In this important role, you will contribute to the design and development of modern system architectures for the next-generation Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Case Lifecycle system, including modernization of the DSAMS Training Module and integration with the Case Launcher prototype. You will help translate FMS business requirements into scalable technical solutions that support Executive Order 14268 objectives for improved speed, transparency, and accountability.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 0 years' experience with PhD in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.
• Experience in systems architecture, requirements analysis, and system design for complex enterprise applications.
• Experience designing distributed cloud-native architectures, APIs, event-driven integrations, and enterprise application modernization.
• Solid understanding of software development lifecycles, cloud architectures, and integration patterns.
• Ability to develop and maintain architectural documentation and models.
• Ability to work independently while thriving in collaborative team settings.
• Self-motivated initiator with strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach.
• Must possess and maintain an active Secret clearance at the time of consideration.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Foreign Military Sales (FMS), DSAMS, or Security Cooperation case development processes.
• Experience working with modern web technologies (e.g., React), backend frameworks (e.g., Kotlin/Quarkus), and containerized environments.
• Familiarity with SAFe Agile and DevSecOps methodologies.
• Exposure to DoD IL5 cloud environments, RMF, Zero Trust, and data migration strategies.
• Experience supporting legacy-to-modern system transitions, particularly with Oracle databases.
• Relevant certifications such as AWS Solutions Architect, TOGAF, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Designs and develops system architectures and defines key capabilities and performance requirements.
• Defines total systems design and technology maturity constraints in accordance with mission requirements.
• Develops system element architecture and design and interface definitions.
• Defines system implementation approach and operational concept.
• Develops models and architectural guidelines for current and future system development.
• Support the development of comprehensive system architectures for the modernized Case Development platform, ensuring alignment with FMS case development processes and Security Cooperation mission needs.
• Collaborate with senior architects, FMS SMEs, Product Owners, and development teams to define system capabilities, interface specifications, and integration requirements between legacy DSAMS systems and new cloud-native components.
• Contribute to the creation of architectural artifacts, models, data flows, and technical documentation that support real-time synchronization with legacy Oracle databases and eventual system decommissioning.
• Participate in SAFe Agile ceremonies to refine epics and user stories, ensuring architectural decisions enable rapid delivery and compliance with DoD standards.
• Assist in evaluating emerging technologies (e.g., AI/ML, workflow automation, unified document and task management) and their application to FMS case development workflows.
• Support Human-Centered Design activities and help ensure solutions meet cybersecurity, accessibility (Section 508), Zero Trust, and IL5 GovCloud requirements.
• Perform additional duties as assigned or required to advance mission goals.

Benefits

• best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices
• wellness resources
• employee assistance programs
• Savings Plan Options (401(k))
• financial planning tools
• life insurance
• employee discounts
• paid holidays and paid time off
• tuition reimbursement
• early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED