Principal Systems Integrator

• Perform verification and validation (V&V) activities for ground software, space vehicle operations, and command systems.
• Design, develop, and execute comprehensive integration and test plans, procedures, and documentation.
• Partner with developers and cross-functional engineering teams to troubleshoot and resolve system integration issues.
• Implement testing tools and automation strategies to streamline the integration lifecycle.
• Document test results, system findings, and recommendations for performance optimization.

• Active TS/SCI clearance with a Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph.
• Bachelor’s degree with at least 5 years of systems integration experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Proven experience in ground software system verification, specifically with Command and Control (C2) or Mission Management (MM) systems.
• Strong background in integration and testing activities, including planning, execution, and documentation.
• Demonstrated expertise with automated testing tools.

• Proficiency in programming or scripting languages such as Python, MATLAB, C/C++, or Java.
• Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools like Cameo or Visio.
• Familiarity with collaboration and lifecycle management tools such as Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, and Git Lab.
• Knowledge of Systems Tool Kit (STK) for mission simulation.
• Experience working in Agile environments, including sprint planning and backlog management.
• Familiarity with Gherkin/Cucumber testing frameworks, Docker containers, and AWS cloud services.

• Active TS/SCI clearance with a Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph.
• Bachelor’s degree with at least 5 years of systems integration experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Proven experience in ground software system verification, specifically with Command and Control (C2) or Mission Management (MM) systems.
• Strong background in integration and testing activities, including planning, execution, and documentation.
• Demonstrated expertise with automated testing tools.

• Proficiency in programming or scripting languages such as Python, MATLAB, C/C++, or Java.
• Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools like Cameo or Visio.
• Familiarity with collaboration and lifecycle management tools such as Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, and Git Lab.
• Knowledge of Systems Tool Kit (STK) for mission simulation.
• Experience working in Agile environments, including sprint planning and backlog management.
• Familiarity with Gherkin/Cucumber testing frameworks, Docker containers, and AWS cloud services.

• Level: TS/SCI
• Health and Financial Foundation — Medical, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, disability coverage, and flexible spending accounts are described in the benefits page.
• Time Away and Flexibility Where Mission Permits — PTO, holidays, sick time, military leave, and flexible arrangements are supported where program and security requirements allow.
• Professional Development — The site references certification support, training, conferences, mentorship, internal mobility, and individual development planning.

Footbridge Federal delivers engineering, cyber, mission IT, analytics, and cleared program support for defense, intelligence, federal civilian, homeland security, and research missions.

Mission Context Matters

Candidates should expect work tied to defense, intelligence, federal civilian, homeland, and research missions rather than generic commercial delivery.

Small-Team Accountability

The culture copy emphasizes ownership, communication, and practical execution across teams that work close to customers and program outcomes.

Growth With Technical Credibility

Career content supports hands-on technical growth, certifications, internal mobility, and program leadership without forcing one career track.

• Health and Financial Foundation:
  Medical, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, disability coverage, and flexible spending accounts are described in the benefits page.
• Time Away and Flexibility Where Mission Permits: PTO, holidays, sick time, military leave, and flexible arrangements are supported where program and security requirements allow.
• Professional Development:
  The site references certification support, training, conferences, mentorship, internal mobility, and individual development planning.