Systems Engineer

SYSTEMS ENGINEER

Igniters operate in the world’s most demanding environment. Igniters are self-motivated, mission‑driven, and relentless in solving the Warfighters’ hardest problems. We move fast, think differently, and execute with precision to tackle high‑stakes challenges across AI/ML, space and missile defense intelligence, EMSO, advanced analytics, and programmatic domains. As an employee‑owned SDVOSB headquartered in Huntsville, AL, our team delivers mission‑critical impact for the Army, Air Force, Space Force, MDA, NASA, DIA, and FBI.

Ignite exists to outpace the threat and deliver results that matter in the moments that count.

Ignite is currently seeking a driven, detail‑oriented Systems Engineer III to join our team! In this role you will support the MDA Chief Engineer and the Mission Risk Manager (MRM) by assisting with the development of Flight, Technical, and Cyber risks as they relate to both internal MDA systems as well as external systems.

• Ensure consistent, thorough, and integrated management, execution, and products of Flight, Technical, Programmatic and Cyber risks through the MDA Risk Working Group (MRWG).
• Execute Technical Risk assessments to support MDA Operational Capacity List (OCL) Decisions.
• Provide expert review of evidence related to technical, and Cyber risks presented in System and Element requirements and design reviews.
• Provide support to elements for risk development.
• Support Mission Execution and disposition of Execution Risks and Event Observations in Daily MRWGs.

• Bachelor’s Degree in STEM.
• 7+ years of experience.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate technical information to senior MDA leaders.
• Experience with Risk development and assessment.

• Experience working with probability and statistics.
• Technical understanding of one or more MDS system.
• Understanding of MDS systems engineering including system assessment.
• Ability to qualify for a TS/SCI clearance.

Must have an active Secret Security Clearance.

Bachelor’s Degree in STEM Discipline.

We are equal opportunity/affirmative action employers, committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under state or local law.

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