Chief Systems Engineer

• Base Pay $ - $ / Year
• Relocation Expense Covered No
• Employee Type FT Exempt
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree
• Manage Others Yes

ITSC Secure Solutions is a mission-focused small business committed to delivering superior services and high-quality technical solutions to our government customers. Guided by our core values—Integrity Through Service and Commitment—ITSC places integrity, technical excellence, and customer success at the forefront of everything we do. Our team-oriented culture values expertise, accountability, and continuous improvement while supporting critical national security missions.

ITSC is seeking a Chief Systems Engineer to serve as the definitive technical authority for all aspects of enterprise engineering supporting the FORGE program and the Missile Warning mission area. This Key Position is responsible for maintaining and driving system architecture, technical baselines, and system performance across development, production, test, and sustainment activities.

The Chief Systems Engineer leads a multi-disciplined engineering team, maintains strong customer and stakeholder relationships, and ensures that engineering decisions align with mission objectives, cost, schedule, and performance requirements.

The Chief Systems Engineer directly shapes the technical direction, architectural integrity, and long‑term sustainment of the FORGE enterprise. This role ensures consistent engineering discipline, horizontal integration of best practices across Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), and alignment with government Systems Engineering Integration Team (SEIT) guidance—enabling mission readiness, modernization, and operational resilience.

• Serve as the definitive technical authority for enterprise engineering, architecture, and system performance
• Lead and manage a multi-disciplined engineering team across the FORGE enterprise
• Drive and maintain system architecture, technical baselines, and performance standards
• Support coordination of Missile Warning system‑level requirements development
• Oversee hardware and software design, integration, verification, and validation (V&V) activities
• Act as a key stakeholder in major engineering reviews, readiness reviews, and configuration control boards
• In coordination with the SEIT Lead, ensure adherence to sound engineering processes across development, production, test, and sustainment
• Maintain cognizance over technical activities within FORGE IPTs
• Ensure horizontal integration of best engineering practices across the FORGE enterprise
• Continually coordinate with government SEIT teams to ensure consistent technical baselines

• Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
• Agile / Scrum methodologies
• Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA)
• Command and Control (C2) Systems
• Ballistic Missile Defense System (BMDS)
• Modeling & Simulation
• System modernization and prototype testing & integration
• Independent program assessments
• Technology development strategy

• Minimum of 20 years of relevant experience supporting complex DoD, Missile Warning, or space systems
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or a related technical discipline
• Demonstrated experience serving as a Chief Systems Engineer / Chief Engineer or enterprise technical authority
• Proven leadership of large, multi-disciplinary engineering teams
• Experience coordinating with government SEIT organizations
• Active TS with SCI Eligibility (required)

At ITSC, you will have the opportunity to work alongside highly skilled professionals supporting critical national defense missions. We foster a collaborative environment where expertise is valued, innovation is encouraged, and every team member plays a role in delivering mission success.

ITSC offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well‑being, professional growth, and work‑life balance of our employees. Benefits may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Supplemental insurance plans, including:
  • Hospital Indemnity Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • TRICARE Supplemental Plans (for eligible participants)
• Paid time off and company holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan options
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Supportive, mission‑focused team environment

ITSC Secure Solutions 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, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

ITSC is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment and to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees are treated with dignity and respect.