Sr​/Senior Systems Engineer

Sci Tec is a dynamic small business whose mission is to deliver advanced sensor data processing technologies and scientific instrumentation capabilities in support of National Security and Defense. We are building innovative new tools to provide world‑class data exploitation for customers in the Department of Defense and the U.S. Government.

Important Notice
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Sci Tec exclusively works on U.S. government contracts that require U.S. citizenship for all employees. Sci Tec cannot sponsor or assume sponsorship of employee work visas of any type. Further, U.S. citizenship is required to obtain and keep a security clearance. Applicants that do not meet these requirements will not be considered.

Sci Tec has an immediate opportunity for a Senior Systems Engineer to support our Next‑Generation Missile Warning software program. You will work within a team delivering end‑to‑end software processing of Overhead Persistent Infra Red (OPIR) sensor data for missile warning. The role requires developing and implementing model‑based systems engineering processes in support of an Agile software development program in a challenging national security environment.

• Implement systems engineering processes aligned with IEEE 15288.
• Design and model software architectures for data processing systems.
• Develop artifacts using Model‑Based Systems Engineering.
• Mentor other Sci Tec staff in systems engineering processes and methodologies.
• Communicate professionally and effectively between customer representatives, program managers, software developers, and other team members.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in physical sciences, mathematics, engineering (including systems engineering), or computer science.
• Minimum 4 years of professional experience in engineering, computer science, remote sensing, aerospace, or defense.
• Minimum 2 years of professional experience as a systems engineer on software development programs.
• Two (2) years of experience specifically with MBSE and modeling.
• Two (2) years of experience developing system/software requirements.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.

• Domain experience with remote sensor systems or software architecture, especially OPIR sensor processing.
• Systems engineering experience supporting defense and aerospace programs.
• Experience supporting prototypes transformation into production‑level engineering solutions.
• Additional professional experience in systems engineering beyond 2 years.
• Familiarity with the Cameo family of tools, specifically Cameo Systems Modeler.
• Experience with Agile software development methods.
• Demonstrated experience in program management and project leadership.
• Graduate degrees or coursework in Systems Engineering or related fields.
• An active SECRET DoD security clearance or higher.
• Resumes, cover letters, and applications generated by AI will not be considered for employment.

• You may redact or remove age‑identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation in any materials you submit. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

• 4% Safe Harbor 401(k) match
• 100% company‑paid HSA medical insurance, with a choice of two buy‑up options
• 80% company‑paid dental insurance
• 100% company‑paid vision insurance
• 100% company‑paid life insurance
• 100% company‑paid long‑term disability insurance
• Short‑term disability insurance
• Annual profit‑sharing plan
• Discretionary performance bonus
• Paid parental leave
• Generous paid time off, including holiday, vacation, and sick pay
• Flexible work hours

The pay range for this position is $117,000 – $168,000 per year. Sci Tec considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills. This is not a guarantee of compensation.

Sci Tec is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. VET/Disabled.