Engineering Cell Lead

Sigma Defense is seeking a dynamic leader with the ability to perform as an Engineering Cell Lead with experience as a Senior Systems Engineer and Project Management skills to serve as the Command and Control, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C2

ISR) program Engineering Lead within the Airborne ISR (AISR) Support and Engineering Cell. This role will provide technical oversight and direct support with advanced AISR systems integration throughout the critical operational environments across global installations.

The Engineer Cell Lead will oversee the development, engineering, integration, cybersecurity, and testing of existing and new systems inclusive of WAN/LAN network transport infrastructure and configurations, RF/SATCOM communication systems, and the associated cybersecurity posture required under the DoW. The candidate will direct, advise, and assist with operational site integrations, proactively monitor current architecture while looking to future requirements, monitor system functionality, manage security compliance with established military standards, develop integrated master schedules, reinforce configuration management rigor and standards, and directly report, advise, and direct on behalf of the government customer.

The Engineering Lead will coordinate efforts in the on-site Systems Integration Lab (SIL) to ensure seamless performance and robust system health.

The Engineering Cell Lead will generate detailed technical documentation, including system diagrams, procedural guidelines, and process workflows, while integrating and overseeing multi-protocol network elements for efficient communications and transport operations. The candidate will review test plans, analyze test data, address any failed parameters, and provide lifecycle management for Government-furnished RF, SATCOM, or transport equipment. The Lead will have oversight of approximately 12 network engineers, systems engineers, and cybersecurity personnel, and function as the Deputy ASEC Site Lead of approximately 35 personnel.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled:
Sigma Defense Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

• 15-20 years of relevant experience.
• Experience as a Senior Systems Engineer with Project Management skills.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Mandatory Certifications:

• DoD IAT 8570 (CCNA/CCNP Sect+).

Personnel Clearance Level:

• Candidate must possess or have the ability to obtain an active Secret security clearance or higher.
• Clearance will be sponsored for the right candidate.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Information Technology, Engineering, or related field of study.

Essential Job Duties (not all inclusive):

• Systems Integration and Technical Management:
  • Lead integration of vendor equipment into C2
    
    ISR infrastructure, ensuring seamless functionality, and mission reliability across all components.
  • Provide lifecycle technical leadership encompassing design, development, testing, deployment, maintenance, and optimization for manned and unmanned C2
    
    ISR systems.
• Systems Integration Lab (SIL) Oversight:
  • Manage SIL operations to emulate C2
    
    ISR Transport Infrastructure RGEPs and surrounding environments, supporting integration, testing, and cybersecurity activities.
  • Supervise a SIL Manager to oversee day‑to‑day activities, compliance with government guidelines, and management of updates to the RGEP baselines.
• Cybersecurity and Configuration Management:
  • Maintain security protocols and ensure compliance with federal and military standards for sensitive systems.
  • Utilize configuration management processes to support approved activities while documenting and approving system baseline changes.
  • Oversee the C2
    
    ISR configuration management process providing technical oversight and board membership as required.
• Network and Transport Infrastructure Management:
  • Oversee senior network engineers in monitoring infrastructure…