Senior/Principal Systems Engineer - Technical Manager

A dynamic small business delivering advanced sensor data processing technologies and scientific instrumentation capabilities for National Security and Defense.
$160,000 - $208,000
Distributed Systems
Principal Software Engineer
In-Person
8+ years of experience
Defense · Space

Description For Senior/Principal Systems Engineer - Technical Manager

SciTec, a dynamic small business focused on national security and defense, is seeking a Senior/Principal Systems Engineer to join their team working on Next-Generation Missile Warning software. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to critical national defense capabilities through the development of software processing systems for Overhead Persistent InfraRed (OPIR) sensor data.

The position involves leading engineering teams and processes in a fast-paced, Agile environment, where you'll be responsible for designing architectures for remote sensor data processing systems and ensuring alignment with program requirements. You'll work with cutting-edge technology in missile warning, missile defense, and battlespace awareness, while coordinating between various stakeholders including customer representatives, program managers, and development teams.

As a technical manager, you'll have the opportunity to mentor other staff members and shape the engineering direction of important national security projects. The role offers significant growth potential within a collaborative environment where solving challenging engineering problems is part of daily work.

SciTec provides an excellent compensation package, including comprehensive benefits such as medical insurance, 401(k) with company contribution, and employee stock ownership opportunities. The company culture promotes work-life balance through flexible work hours and generous paid time off.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in systems engineering, preferably with experience in defense and aerospace fields or OPIR sensor processing. This role requires U.S. citizenship due to the nature of government contracts and security clearance requirements. If you're passionate about contributing to national security while working with advanced technology in a collaborative environment, this position offers an exceptional opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Located in Boulder, Colorado, this role offers the chance to work in one of America's most beautiful and innovative tech hubs, combining professional growth with an outstanding quality of life. Join a team that values technical excellence, collaboration, and the mission of protecting national security through advanced technology solutions.

Last updated 3 months ago

Responsibilities For Senior/Principal Systems Engineer - Technical Manager

  • Designing architectures for remote sensor data processing IT systems
  • Developing and implementing systems engineering processes
  • Providing engineering leadership and defining the engineering baseline for development teams
  • Ensuring development team work products are aligned with the engineering baseline
  • Coordinating between customer representatives, program managers, engineering leadership, software developers
  • Mentoring other SciTec staff in systems engineering processes and methodologies
  • Managing systems engineering staff and contractors

Requirements For Senior/Principal Systems Engineer - Technical Manager

  • Bachelor's degree in physical sciences, mathematics, engineering, or computer science
  • Eight years of professional experience in engineering or computer science
  • Five years of experience specifically in software and IT systems engineering
  • Two years of experience with engineering team management
  • Detail oriented
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Must be a U.S. citizen
  • Ability to obtain security clearance

Benefits For Senior/Principal Systems Engineer - Technical Manager

401k
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Parental Leave
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • 3% Fully Vested Company 401K Contribution
  • 100% company paid HSA Medical insurance
  • 80% company paid Dental insurance
  • 100% company paid Vision insurance
  • 100% company paid Life insurance
  • 100% company paid Long-term Disability insurance
  • 100% company paid Hospital Indemnity insurance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Annual Profit-Sharing Plan
  • Discretionary Performance Bonus

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