Systems Integration Engineer

Metrea•Tampa, FL

2h•Onsite

About The Position

The ISR Systems Engineer bridges engineering and operations, translating mission needs into deployable airborne capability. In this role, your will lead systems design for the rapid adaptation, integration, and lifecycle engineering of airborne ISR mission systems onto operational aircraft platforms. You will support aircraft mission system modifications, integration efforts, flight test activities, and sustainment engineering while working alongside operators, maintainers, and cross-functional engineering teams. You will be successful if you can translate ISR mission needs into innovative, safe and compliant systems solutions delivering reliable, high-performance ISR capability directly supporting real-world operations.

Requirements

Minimum 8 years of experience supporting airborne ISR mission systems with integration or aircraft modification experience
Strong understanding of RF signal paths, IP networking, and mission system interdependencies
Experience reading and interpreting schematics, wiring diagrams, and integration drawings
Hands-on experience with ISR system integration, troubleshooting, and test
Experience with ISR sensors, communications systems, or data architectures.
Familiarity with certification processes (e.g., Part 21).
Experience in defense or government environments.
Bachelor’s degree in Systems, Electrical, Aerospace, or related engineering discipline
Proficient in Microsoft 365, project management principles, quality management systems (e.g., AS9100), and safety protocols.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Valid Driver’s License.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must be a US citizen.
Active Confidential / Secret clearance required at time of hire, and the ability to maintain it throughout employment.
Eligibility to obtain a Top Secret clearance.
Candidates will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with federal requirements.
May require passing a government-administered background check.
Role may require adherence to export control regulations (ITAR/EAR).
Employment is contingent on meeting all clearance and adjudication requirements.

Nice To Haves

PMP or equivalent
Microsoft Project certifications

Responsibilities

Translate operational ISR requirements into systems design, specifications, and installation packages.
Perform requirements decomposition, traceability, and verification across mission systems.
Conduct engineering trade studies for sensor payloads, communications architectures, and integration strategies.
Develop system artifacts including CONOPS, architecture diagrams, and integration drawings.
Design and develop architecture for sensors, mission computers, data links, and communication systems.
Define aircraft modification requirements including electrical load analysis, cooling, structural provisions, and RF/antenna placement.
Plan and execute lab, ground, and flight test activities for ISR systems validation and verification.
Support airworthiness and certification efforts (FAA and/or military standards, STC processes).
Analyze test data and iterate system performance improvements.
Configure and troubleshoot TCP/IP-based mission networks (routing, subnetting, VLANs, secure transport.)
Build and validate software images to support integration and test activities.
Execute software loads, firmware updates, and baseline configuration management.
Support full lifecycle engineering from concept through modification, deployment, and sustainment.
Manage technical risk, configuration control, and lifecycle planning.
Ensure compliance with airworthiness, safety, cybersecurity, and operational security standards.