Systems Integration Engineer (Defense Systems)
About The Position
This role ensures systems work together as intended. Blackrock Strategy is seeking a Systems Integration Engineer to support the integration, assessment, and operational deployment of emerging technologies within complex defense programs. This role operates at the intersection of engineering, program execution, and mission delivery, ensuring systems are integrated effectively and perform reliably across evolving operational environments. The ideal candidate is technically grounded, detailed-oriented, and comfortable working across cross-functional engineering teams and government stakeholders in a structured, program-driven environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (ABET preferred)
- Experience in systems engineering, integration, or test & evaluation environments
- Experience supporting defense, aerospace, or government programs
- Strong communication skills and ability to work across multidisciplinary teams
- Active DoD Secret clearance
- Ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI clearance
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting complex defense programs or system-of-systems environments
- Familiarity with integration across multiple engineering domains
- Experience working directly with government program offices or stakeholders
- Exposure to emerging technologies or modernization efforts
- Experience supporting verification, validation, or system assessment activities
Responsibilities
- Support system integration efforts across hardware, software, and operational components
- Analyze system performance against requirements and identify areas for improvement
- Participate in integration, testing, and validation activities
- Collect and interpret system-level data to inform technical and program decisions
- Coordinate with engineering teams, program leadership, and government stakeholders
- Contribute to technical documentation, including reports, test plans, and system assessments
- Assist in evaluating emerging technologies and their applicability to program needs
- Maintain awareness of system architecture, dependencies, and integration constraints
Benefits
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
