Systems Engineer

About The Role: Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), a leading defense technology company, is seeking a Systems Engineer to be based out of one of IDT's offices (Arlington, VA, Mount Laurel, NJ or San Diego, CA). This person will work with a fast-paced team of mission-focused engineers by working with and developing cutting edge technology to solve customer problems. Initiative, creativity, reliability, and efficient teamwork will be required to successfully deliver innovative solutions in this dynamic customer space. The selected Systems Engineer will be responsible to turn customer's goals and needs into solutions. The Systems Engineer possesses the background and skills to communicate both with customers and IDT designers, lead and collaborate with development and deployment teams, and define product features and capabilities to apply automated Testing and Analysis technologies for rapid assessment and deployment of capability. The ideal candidate will have skills applicable to instrumentation and data recording, data analysis, behavior assessment against requirements, understanding of Combat Systems, Kill Chains and/or Effects Chains, and presentation/visualization methods to help the System Analyst understand results and take corrective actions. The candidate will learn IDT's technologies and how to apply them to a Customer's Products to accelerate the pace of development, test, deployment, and in-service upgrade. Clearance & Location Requirements:

• All applicants must be able to obtain/maintain an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance.
• This is an on-site position. Requiring at least 4 days in the office, based out of our Arlington, VA, San Diego, CA or Mount Laurel, NJ location.

Department Engineering Employment Type Full Time Location San Diego, CA Address 2750 Womble Road, San Diego, Suite 200, California, 92106 Open in Google Maps Workplace type Hybrid Compensation $90,000 - $184,000 / year

Key Responsibilities

What You Will Do:

• Develop test/data algorithms for reducing instrumentation and data streams to meaningful quantification of system actions, behaviors, and outcomes
• Evaluate customer/operational needs to define system performance requirements, integrate technical parameters and assure compatibility of all functional and program interfaces
• Apply advanced systems/software technologies and principles to develop innovative solutions for in-service and next generation complex software systems
• Apply an interdisciplinary, collaborative approach to plan, design, develop and verify life cycle balanced system of systems and system solutions
• Analyze and decompose requirements, review software designs, generate test cases, test procedures, and test plans, and troubleshoot discrepancies to fulfill customer needs
• Perform analyses to optimize total system of systems and/or system architecture
• Determine operational feasibility by evaluating analysis, problem definition, requirements, solution development, and proposed solutions
• Determine SysML model implementation of Systems Engineering designs
• Communicate directly with customer and users to understand need and drive cross-functional technical issues/challenges to closure

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Who You Are (Required):

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, other STEM field, or equivalent full-time professional experience
• 3-5+ years of relevant experience
• Ability and interest in the logical, systematic conversion of program requirements into viable technical solutions
• Mathematical and communication skills to understand what System Users and Testers need to make decisions and do assessments rapidly and accurately
• Understanding of System Engineering and Software Engineering best practices. Ability to communicate with customer Subject Matter Experts and understand their processes and designs.
• Understanding of performing test and integration, applying best engineering practices, and developing test methodologies
• Ability to apply analysis to systems, data, and processes to determine if exhibited Behavior is expected
• Ability to understand system behavior through reading system specifications and requirements
• Understanding of the activities described by the Systems Engineering V-Model
• Ability to work on-site with potential hybrid flexibility
• Ability to travel approximately 10%

What Makes You Stand Out:

• Knowledge of modern AESA or DBF radar designs, distributed Kill Chains and Combat System, and management of distributed data for decision making
• Ability to create Agentic AI workflows to accelerate turning data into decisions, accelerate system design, and facilitate rapid trade studies and product decisions
• Familiarity with Model Based Systems Engineering/Model Based Software Development using SysML or UML
• Demonstrated knowledge in related disciplines (e.g. Software Engineering)
• Familiarity with Agile development processes
• Experience developing or testing large, complex systems
• Experience implementing algorithms in C++, Python, MATLAB or other languages
• Systems Engineering experience with system integration, verification, and validation testing
• Experience designing and testing complex SW systems, especially DoD Systems or large distributed SW Solutions
• Experience performing test and integration, applying best engineering practices, and developing test methodologies
• Experience with data visualization and presentation. Understanding of data instrumentation and data reduction techniques to use data to communicate system performance
• Experience and proficiency with Requirements Management tools (e.g. DOORS)
• Experience identifying and describing software interfaces
• Ability to perform concurrent assignments and adapt to changing priorities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong Team-centric execution and coordination skills

If you see yourself reflected in this role and are excited about the impact you could make, we encourage you to apply! If you know someone who may be a great fit, please feel free to share this opportunity with your network.


Pay Range*: $90,000 - $150,000 or $114,000 - $184,000
This amount may not be reflective of actual compensation that may be earned as pay is dependent on a candidate's experience, skills, and education. The posted range does not include bonuses, commissions, tips, or other benefits. IDT is often looking to place multiple candidates at various levels. Therefore, more than one pay range has been included, commensurate with experience.

Job Benefits

Why Work at Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT):

IDT is a growing company with a vibrant, entrepreneurial culture. We are headquartered in Arlington, VA with additional offices in Fall River, MA; Mount Laurel, NJ; and San Diego, CA. At each location, our employees work together in a modern, snack-filled, and social office space, designing innovative solutions for our defense industry customers. We offer employees competitive pay and benefits including:

• Generous benefits package
• Competitive PTO
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) with immediate vesting and matching
• 9/80 optional schedule (2nd and 4th Friday off every month)
• Tuition Assistance Reimbursement Program
• Professional Development Resources
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
• Organization-Wide Monthly Tech Connect Events
• Annual Employee Recognition Awards
• Regular Social Events and Catered Lunches

EEO Statement: IDT is an Equal Opportunity employer.

About Innovative Defense Technologies

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT) is a leading defense technology company focused on rapidly delivering mission-critical software and systems solutions to the U.S. government. The company specializes in automation, digital engineering, and enabling the rapid integration of advanced capabilities into complex weapon and combat systems. These essential solutions empower the warfighter to field, operate, and sustain decisive capability at speed and scale. At IDT, our employees are developing advanced mission-critical outcomes by consistently delivering high-quality results, fostering innovation, applying rigorous problem-solving, and effectively collaborating across multifaceted teams and stakeholders. Grounded in these competencies, IDT translates complex customer priorities into robust software solutions. Apply Now