Lead Systems Engineering Architect - TS/SCI

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible.Job Description:CTI, a Parsons Company, is looking for an amazingly talented Lead Systems Engineering Architectto join our team! In this role, you will serve as a senior technical leader and Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Systems Engineering & Architecture, acting as the Product Owner Analyst (POA) for the Systems Engineering Team and providing direct technical counsel to the Chief Engineer and program business partners.What You'll Be Doing:Serving as the Principal Engineering Advisor & Architect, providing senior technical leadership and SME expertise in Systems Engineering & ArchitectureActing as the Product Owner Analyst (POA) for the Systems Engineering Team, collaborating within the SAFe framework to groom and prioritize product backlogs and user storiesProviding direct technical counsel to the Chief Engineer and program business partners, ensuring alignment with mission objectivesLeveraging extensive experience in DoD and Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), academic research, and multi-domain architecture to shape technical strategy and prioritize best-in-breed solutions for critical mission requirementsOverseeing system architecture, including design documentation, technical specifications, and architectural diagrams to support long-term program objectivesAnalyzing user needs to define technical paths and refining conceptual designs into detailed specificationsParticipating in PI planning and retrospectives, recommending workflow automations and process improvementsPromoting lab best practices and network topologies in compliance with DoD guidelines, and advocating for continuous team improvementRepresenting the program at technical reviews, stakeholder engagements, and industry eventsRequired Clearance:Must be a US CitizenMust have an ACTIVE TS/SCI ClearanceWhat Required Skills You'll Bring:Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer/Systems Engineering, or a related field15+ years of experience in software/systems engineering or technical architecture; additional years of experience will be considered in lieu of a degreeExpertise in Multi-Domain Defense Systems and Software ArchitectureHands-on experience with military/intel data standards (e.g., Cursor on Target (CoT), FMV & KLV, JSON)Proficiency with Apache Kafka (topics, producers/consumers, SASL/SCRAM, TLS)Experience with TAK Ecosystem (TAK Server, WebTAK, ATAK) and intel platforms using rich data models (e.g., TRAX or OMNI-compliant databases)Proficiency with S3-compatible storage (MinIO, AWS S3), microservices, network protocols (TCP/IP, gRPC), and Zero Trust (ZTNA) concepts (e.g., AppGate, SDP)Expertise in DDIL (Disconnected, Intermittent, and Limited) environments and fault-tolerant system designWhat Desired Skills You'll Bring:Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer/Systems Engineering, or a related fieldExperience with Kafka federationAdvanced data modeling, including OMNI vs. lightweight SA formats (CoT).Experience with DevSecOps, CI/CD pipelines, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)Familiarity with Cross-Domain Solutions (CDS) and moving data across security classification levelsExperience with Palantir Foundry Ontology, OSDK (Functions, Sinks), and data ingestionSecurity Clearance Requirement:An active Top Secret SCI security clearance is required for this position.​This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.Salary Range: $148,300.00 - $266,900.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to.SummaryLocation: US - FL, MacDill Air Force Base; US - FL, TampaType: Full time