Systems Integration Engineer

BLACKROCK STRATEGY INC•Washington, DC

About The Position

Blackrock Strategy is seeking a Systems Integration Engineer to support the integration and evaluation of emerging technologies across defense programs. This role operates at the intersection of engineering, operations, and mission execution. This requires individuals who can quickly understand complex environments, work across teams, and provide reliable, high-quality support in dynamic conditions. Success in this role requires strong communication, sound judgment, and the ability to operate with a high degree of autonomy and accountability.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (ABET-accredited preferred)
5+ years of experience in systems engineering, integration, or test environments
Experience supporting defense, aerospace, or military programs
Active TS/SCI clearance (or strong preference for candidates eligible and able to obtain quickly)
Strong communication and cross-functional coordination skills
Ability to operate independently in fast-paced, ambiguous environments
U.S. Citizenship required
Ability to clearly communicate complex technical concepts in English, both verbally and in writing, to technical and non-technical audiences.
Ability to prepare executive-level briefings, technical summaries, and architectural guidance.
Ability to evaluate complex system architectures, analyze technical tradeoffs, and synthesize input from multiple organizations into cohesive, actionable direction.
Capable of identifying risks, integration challenges, and system impacts while applying sound engineering judgment.
Ability to meet program-specific physical, security, and compliance requirements
Valid driver’s license and U.S. passport

Nice To Haves

Experience with systems engineering lifecycle processes
Familiarity with Agile or iterative development environments
Strong technical writing and briefing skills
Experience working in government customer environments (e.g., Pentagon, test ranges such as YPG)

Responsibilities

Analyze system-level requirements, constraints, and integration challenges
Support evaluation and integration of emerging technologies into operational environments
Coordinate across engineering, program, and operational teams to ensure alignment
Translate technical information into clear, actionable insight for stakeholders
Support development of technical documentation (reports, test plans, assessments)
Identify risks, gaps, and inefficiencies early and communicate them effectively
Contribute to a team-first environment, supporting mission execution over individual visibility