Senior Systems Architect (Aerospace)

Location: United States; onsite, hybrid/flex, or remote work options are available. U.S. citizenship is required, along with eligibility to obtain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance.

Salary: USD $192,540–$203,069 per year

Company

hirify.global develops high-technology solutions, products, and services for defense and scientific missions across multiple operational domains.

What you will do

• Develop architectural solutions for multi-function processor systems, storage systems, and stores management systems.
• Support business pursuits and program execution for airborne systems.
• Design and develop embedded hardware- and software-based solutions.
• Translate customer needs and operational scenarios into product plans and technology roadmaps.
• Provide technical leadership and secure stakeholder buy-in for concepts and ideas.
• Collaborate with hardware, software, FPGA, and cybersecurity specialists.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or a related science, engineering, or mathematics field and at least 10 years of relevant experience, or a master's degree and at least 8 years of relevant experience.
• U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance are required.
• Experience designing and developing embedded hardware- and software-based solutions.
• Strong communication, presentation, influence-management, and technical leadership skills.
• Knowledge of COTS modules, including SBCs, FPGAs, graphics, waveforms, and switches.
• Knowledge of open-systems standards and interfaces such as SOSA, VPX, OMS, and avionics interfaces.

Nice to have

• Experience working on multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• MBSE modeling experience or willingness to learn.
• Success using customer operational insights to architect effective solutions.

Culture & Benefits

• Research-oriented work developing practical solutions for national security.
• Flexible scheduling, including a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off when desired.
• 401(k) matching, flexible time off, paid parental leave, and healthcare benefits.
• Health and wellness programs, employee resource groups, and social groups.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.