Systems Architect
About The Position
Re:Build DAPR Engineering is seeking a highly experienced Systems Architect to lead the front-end architecture and technical strategy for complex engineering programs. This role is ideal for a systems thinker who thrives in ambiguity, can translate customer needs into robust system-level solutions, and brings deep experience guiding multidisciplinary teams through challenging technical landscapes. You’ll play a critical role in shaping system architectures, identifying and mitigating risks, and ensuring engineering execution aligns with program goals. You may also serve as a Chief Programmatic Engineer on select programs and contribute to technical strategy during business development efforts.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 10–15 years of experience in systems engineering, product development, or technical program leadership
- Proven ability to translate customer needs into system requirements and architectures
- Strong experience managing technical risk and leading complex design efforts
- Expertise with systems engineering methodologies and tools (e.g., requirements management, MBSE)
- Ability to integrate across multiple engineering fields and identify system-level challenges early
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a strategic attitude
- Experience facilitating technical discussions and presenting to customers and partners
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, presentation software, Outlook)
- Willingness to travel domestically (5–20%)
- Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
Responsibilities
- Lead technical risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies across programs
- Define system-level requirements and architecture balancing performance, cost, schedule, and customer needs
- Translate customer requirements into actionable engineering specifications
- Serve as a technical liaison between customers, program management, and engineering teams
- Mentor engineers in systems thinking and requirements development
- Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies to enhance capabilities
- Support technical strategy and solution development during sales pursuits
- Facilitate build reviews and technical decision-making across multi-functional teams
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision
- retirement
- paid time off
- other benefits
- Employee ownership in the company
- Share in financial rewards of company success
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
