Missile Integration Lead Engineer (Aerospace)

Location: Washington, D.C., United States; no remote or telework allowed

Salary: $110,204.91–$191,624.96 annually

Company

hirify.global is a federal government contractor supporting complex aerospace, defense, and national security programs.

What you will do

• Serve as the primary technical contact for integrating DOE-designed components with DoD missile flight vehicles.
• Lead engineering projects across the full lifecycle and ensure compliance with applicable government standards.
• Develop and manage interface control documents covering mechanical, electrical, and software interfaces.
• Manage SLCM-N requirements across acquisition phases and translate them into design needs.
• Conduct system-level analysis, performance modeling, trade studies, and risk assessments.
• Coordinate with DOE, DoD, government customers, external partners, and multiple stakeholder organizations.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI security clearance required.
• Bachelor’s degree with 8–10 years of experience, master’s degree with 6–8 years, or PhD with 3–5 years in systems, electrical, mechanical, aerospace engineering, or a related technical field.
• Experience authoring technical documentation and presenting technical findings.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multiple stakeholders and represent the Re-Entry Branch in meetings.
• Working knowledge of nuclear weapon programs and engineering tools such as DOORS, SYSMYL, and Cameo.
• Strong professional oral and written communication skills.

Nice to have

• Prior Navy submarine experience.
• SSP or DOE-related experience.
• Willingness to become a subject matter expert in additional systems engineering tools.

Culture & Benefits

• Fast-paced, collaborative work supporting strategic national security programs.
• Health, life, disability, retirement, and savings benefits, depending on position.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Learning and development opportunities and wellness programs.