AEGIS Senior Systems Engineer - JobID-0227

About the role

About The Role:
Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), a leading defense technology company, is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join our Missile Defense Analysis and Modeling (MDAM) team based in Mount Laurel, NJ. The ideal candidate will contribute to the design and development of complex real-time sea-based weapon systems. In this role, you will be instrumental in the ongoing rearchitecting of our mission-critical systems while actively mentoring and supporting junior engineering staff in a highly collaborative environment. You will collaborate closely with other senior engineers to evolve system and system-of-systems architectures, develop software, design experiments, and apply advanced systems modeling techniques to support mission-critical defense applications.

Clearance & Location Requirements:
All applicants must be able to obtain/maintain an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance.
This is a 100% onsite position at our Mount Laurel, NJ facility.

What You Will Do:
Understand and communicate detailed system specifications to a level sufficient to refactor existing combat system design for improved efficiency and/or effectiveness
Lead the development of software that meets rigorous certification standards and validation processes
Participate and direct activities in the ongoing testing and rearchitecting of systems as programs evolve
Execute complex system stress tests and utilize industry tools like Cameo / MagicDraw and/or IBM Rhapsody to model and evaluate weapon system behavior
Calculate, analyze, and evaluate probabilistic combat system performance measures particularly for live-fire and -related scenarios
Provide guidance, support, and domain knowledge transfer to junior engineering staff.

Who You Are Required:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Physics, or Mathematics, or equivalent full-time professional experience
7+ years of full-time professional experience in System Engineering, or related technical roles
Documented experience as the lead engineer for a technical program or project
Familiarity with systems engineering and modeling concepts, including proficiency with Cameo / MagicDraw or Rhapsody
Proficiency in at least two of the following programming languages: C++, Java, Python, or MATLAB
Strong willingness to learn complex new domains, such as defense architectures and probabilistic performance measures
Ability to travel up to 10% of the time, as needed

What Makes You Stand Out:
Previous professional experience with the Aegis Combat System
Experience with the US Missile Defense System (MDS) and in-depth knowledge of at least one of its elements
Advanced academic degree in a STEM field
Knowledge of radar and/or digital signal processing principles
Proficiency with IBM DOORS
Experience working with SysML
Knowledge of probabilistic combat system performance measures (e.g., PD, PES, PK).
Experience applying AI and/or ML to solve technical problems
Familiarity with software certification principles and the use of AI agents for recompiling tasks

Pay Range*: $135,000 - $231,000 or $164,000 - $273,000 *Pursuant to New Jersey Senate Bill 2310 IDT is required to disclose the “pay scale” or “pay range” associated with a job posting. Notably, however, this amount may not be reflective of actual compensation that may be earned as pay is dependent on a candidate’s experience, skills, and education. The posted range does not include bonuses, commissions, tips, or other benefits. Click here for additional information about Senate Bill 2310. IDT is often looking to place multiple candidates at various levels. Therefore, more than one pay range has been included, commensurate with experience.