E01-J01 Systems Architect

Team: Aether/JHNA

Location: Huntsville, AL

Commitment: Full Time

Workplace Type: onsite

Salary:

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participate in and contribute technical analysis for major milestone reviews, including Critical Design Review (CDR) and Test Readiness Review (TRR).
• Build, navigate, and review MBSE system models, actively identifying design concerns related to the platform's MOSA strategy.
• Review supplier/OEM architectural changes for impacts to system modularity and openness.
• Analyze architecture frameworks to identify and mitigate complex integration concerns.
• Develop and present briefing materials, translating technical data into clear updates and recommendations for team leads and leadership.
• Collaborate with Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and other stakeholders to ensure alignment to the system architecture.
• Support requirements flow-down, interface definition, and integration verification for complex systems.
• Contribute to program management tasks, including tracking and supporting surveillance of cost, schedule, and performance.
• Assist in updating system interoperability and information support documentation, such as Information Support Plans (ISPs).

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

Clearance: Active DoD Secret Clearance

Education and Years of Experience: Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or another related technical discipline. 3-5 years of professional experience in systems engineering and architecture.

 

• Demonstrated practical experience modeling systems in SysML and navigating MBSE environments (e.g., Cameo Systems Modeler, MagicDraw).Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present technical information clearly.
• Ability to work effectively within collaborative, cross-functional engineering teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with military aviation acquisition programs or large-scale defense system integration.
• Working knowledge of modular system standards (e.g., MOSA, FACE, HOST, or commercial equivalents).
• Familiarity with Multi-Core Processors, Integrated Modular Avionics (IMA), real-time operating environments, or IP networking.
• Experience working collaboratively in team environments, such as Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) or Agile engineering teams.
• Experience with Earned value Management (EVM) and managing control accounts.
• Familiarity with Army airworthiness, system safety, or materiel release processes.