IT Systems Engineering and Development Specialist

Overview

LMI is seeking a highly skilledIT Systems Engineering and Development Specialist to provide continuous

Information Technology (IT) systems engineering and development supportaligned with Integrated Product Support (IPS) services for the Apache Attack Helicopter (AAH) Project Office (PO). This role supports the engineering and development of IT systems necessary for mission-critical lifecycle operations of AH-64 Apache platforms and associated systems.

Serving both the United States Army (USA) and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) stakeholders, this position ensures weapon system information assurance is maintained, IT systems are securely integrated, and mission readiness objectives are achieved across the lifecycle. The IT Systems Engineering and Development Specialist will work closely with the Product Manager and Product Support Manager to deliver innovative and highly effective solutions for engineering, development, and sustainment of mission-critical IT systems.

LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with innovation and speed. Investing in technology and prototypes ahead of need, LMI brings commercial-grade platforms and mission-ready AI to federal agencies at commercial speed.

Leveraging our mission-ready technology and solutions, proven expertise in federal deployment, and strategic relationships, we enhance outcomes for the government, efficiently and effectively. With a focus on agility and collaboration, LMI serves the defense, space, healthcare, and energy sectors—helping agencies navigate complexity and outpace change. Headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, LMI is committed to delivering impactful results that strengthen missions and drive lasting value.

Engineering and Development Support:

• Support the
  Product Manager
  and
  Product Support Manager
  in the engineering and development processes of IT systems for weapon systems lifecycle sustainment.

• Evaluate and provide input regarding
  Interactive Electronic Technical Manual (IETM)integration and delivery to training devices, mission systems, and field operations.

Mission-Critical Recommendations:

• Deliver expert advice and recommendations regarding IT system development, integration, configuration, and compatibility with mission-critical operational goals.
• Recommend technical solutions for improving overall system reliability, usability, and availability for lifecycle sustainment tasks.

Information Assurance:

• Manage and oversee
  weapon system information assurance (IA)across the lifecycle, ensuring compliance with
  Army and DoD security policies
  .
• Ensure proper
  Communications Security (COMSEC)software deployment across AH-64 hardware platforms and configurations.

Lifecycle Management:

• Identify, plan, and recommend
  continuous IT system solutions
  for facilities, hardware, software, documentation, manpower, and personnel systems supporting lifecycle mission operations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize IT systems engineering methods while meeting
  system performance metrics
  .

Required Skills and Expertise:

• Active Secret clearance required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, or a related technical field.
• 8+ years of professional relevant experience, with at least 2+ years working with Systems Engineering, automation, or intelligent systems.
• Demonstrated expertise in
  IT systems engineering and development processes
  , particularly for lifecycle planning and hardware/software integration in defense or military platforms.
• Knowledge of
  Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs)and their integration into mission operations systems and training devices.
• Experience with
  Information Assurance (IA)and cybersecurity requirements specific to Department of Defense (DoD) regulations.
• Familiarity with development and deployment of
  weapon system COMSEC software
  across AH-64 models.
• Proven analytical and technical skills for developing IT systems solutions and enhancing system performance, reliability, and readiness.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills to work with Product Managers, technical teams, and…