Systems Integration Engineer - Fire Control & Engagement

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Systems Integration Engineer - Fire Control & Engagement

LOCATION : Huntsville, AL

JOB STATUS : Full-time

CLEARANCE : Active TS / SCI

CERTIFICATION : N / A

TRAVEL : As Needed

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Systems Integration Engineer - Fire Control & Engagement, supporting the Space-Based Interceptor (SBI) program. Be at the cutting edge of national defense. As part of the Golden Dome of America initiative and the Space-Based Interceptor (SBI) program, you will help design, integrate, and validate the systems that form the backbone of America's next-generation missile defense architecture. This is your chance to apply your fire control and engagement expertise to programs that directly shape U.S. and allied security in space and across the globe.

This isn't just another engineering role. It's a chance to be on the front line of innovation, defending the nation through cutting-edge space and missile defense systems. You'll work shoulder-to-shoulder with the brightest minds in defense, contributing to programs that protect millions and define the future of space warfighting.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to the government program office, providing expert technical guidance on fire control and engagement integration for Space-Based Interceptor and Golden Dome of America programs.
• Conduct independent technical assessments, trade studies, and analysis of alternatives to inform government decision-making on architectures, algorithms, and engagement strategies.
• Support requirements development, verification planning, and validation activities, ensuring contractor solutions align with mission needs and government intent.
• Evaluate contractor design proposals, test plans, and system integration strategies, providing recommendations to reduce risk and improve performance.
• Facilitate system-of-systems integration across sensors, battle management / C2, and interceptors to ensure seamless end-to-end engagement capability.
• Participate in wargames, simulations, and technical reviews to assess effectiveness of fire control solutions and provide government leadership with actionable insights.
• Develop briefings, decision packages, and technical reports to support senior DoD and USSF stakeholders in acquisition and architecture reviews.
• Monitor contractor performance and identify risks, opportunities, and mitigation strategies to maintain program cost, schedule, and technical objectives.
• Collaborate with cross-agency partners to align architectures, requirements, and test campaigns under the Golden Dome enterprise.

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What We Offer

Who We Are

At Astrion, we innovate, elevate, and shape the world of tomorrow. Our purpose is to "Be the Difference". We encourage action and drive positive change, fostering an environment where innovative solutions flourish and the company continuously evolves.

Be the Difference : Astrion offers comprehensive services that boost preparedness, optimize performance, and ensure success across Cyber, Digital, Mission and Systems domains, servicing our nation's Civilian, Defense and Space communities. Centers of Excellence are located in Washington DC and Huntsville, AL with additional locations across the U.S.

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