Senior Systems Integration Engineer

FedWriters, Inc.•Tampa, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Join our team as a Senior Systems Integration Engineer and support a Department of Defense customer by integrating emerging hardware, software, and network technologies for special operations aviation. You will lead end-to-end integration of autonomy engines, sensor payloads, and communication systems on aircraft and in the lab, ensure every system is stable and test-ready. FWI is expanding rapidly and has been recognized as a 2024, 2025 and 2026 Top Workplace, offering excellent growth opportunities in a collaborative environment. Position is contingent upon contract award.

Requirements

Active DoD Top Secret security clearance
Minimum 10 years of systems integration experience on DoD/SOF programs
Demonstrated expertise integrating complex hardware, software, and network systems on airborne or equivalent platforms
Hands-on experience with military electronics, sensor payloads, and computer systems
Proven ability to diagnose and resolve complex system-of-systems challenges
Experience reading and creating technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and system architecture documentation

Nice To Haves

Hardware/software integration on special operations fixed-wing and unmanned aircraft
Strong understanding of SOF tactical communications and network infrastructure
Experience with government rapid-innovation cells, SOF common mission architectures, and government autonomy suites

Responsibilities

Lead physical and logical integration of hardware and software on aircraft, lab benches, and ground systems.
Develop and manage system interfaces, including Interface Control Documents (ICDs).
Act as primary troubleshooter for issues that cross software, hardware, and network domains.
Configure complete systems so they meet entry criteria for formal test events.
Create and maintain architecture diagrams, wiring diagrams, and configuration guides.
Partner with software, network, and test engineers to identify and mitigate integration risks.
Document integration work and contribute technical input to final test reports.