Senior Systems Engineer – AI & Mission Systems Integration
About The Position
This role focuses on integrating AI-enabled capabilities into operational mission systems supporting real-world defense and national security environments. Blackrock Strategy, Inc. is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer – AI & Mission Systems Integration to help integrate AI-enabled capabilities into operational mission environments across defense and national security programs. This role sits at the intersection of AI-enabled software capabilities, Mission systems integration, Systems engineering, Operational environments, and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE). The ideal candidate enjoys solving complex integration challenges, aligning technical stakeholders, and helping emerging technologies transition into operational use.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent practical experience
- At least 5 years of experience supporting systems engineering, integration, architecture, or technical coordination activities
- Experience operating within defense, Intelligence Community, aerospace, or advanced R&D environments
- Familiarity with AI-enabled systems, advanced analytics, autonomy platforms, or emerging technologies
- Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies and tools such as SysML, Cameo, MagicDraw, or similar platforms
- Familiarity with distributed systems, API-driven architectures, cloud-enabled platforms, or modern software integration environments
- Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts into actionable insight
- Ability to operate effectively across multiple stakeholders and organizations
- Experience supporting requirements management, interface coordination, or integration activities
- Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting advanced research and engineering initiatives
- Familiarity with operational mission systems or autonomy platforms
- Experience with system-of-systems integration efforts
- Exposure to digital engineering or MBSE environments
- Experience with requirements management tools such as DOORS or similar
- Prior support to government, SETA, or mission-focused engineering organizations
- Familiarity with cloud-native engineering, DevSecOps, or containerized deployment environments
Responsibilities
- Support and contribute to architecture, integration, and systems engineering efforts for AI-enabled mission systems
- Coordinate across government, engineering, operational, and research stakeholders
- Contribute to the development and management of system requirements, interfaces, and integration strategies
- Support MBSE and digital engineering activities related to system architecture and traceability
- Develop and maintain system models, architecture views, interface definitions, and technical documentation
- Identify technical risks, integration gaps, and operational dependencies across interconnected systems
- Translate technical concepts into clear, actionable guidance for leadership and stakeholders
- Participate in verification, validation, rapid prototyping, and operational integration activities
- Assist with system-of-systems integration and mission alignment efforts
- Support evaluation of emerging technologies, autonomy platforms, AI-enabled systems, and advanced mission capabilities
Benefits
- 401(k) matching
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) options
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off and parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Referral program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
