C3BM PRINCIPAL SYSTEMS ENGINEER

Job Description:

Igniters operate in the world’s most demanding environment. Igniters are self-motivated, mission-driven, and relentless in solving the Warfighters’ hardest problems. We move fast, think differently, and execute with precision to tackle high-stakes challenges across AI/ML, space and missile defense intelligence, EMSO, advanced analytics, and programmatic domains.

As an employee-owned SDVOSB headquartered in Huntsville, AL, our team delivers mission-critical impact for the Army, Air Force, Space Force, MDA, NASA, DIA, and FBI.

Ignite exists to outpace the threat and deliver results that matter in the moments that count.

Ignite is currently seeking a driven C3BM Principal Systems Engineer to join our team supporting TEAMS Next MDS Engineering in Huntsville, AL. This full-time position is based at the customer site; telework is allowed subject to customer requirements and an agreed schedule.

This role supports Command, Control, Communications, and Battle Management (C3BM) systems engineering, including C2BMC technical engineering and integration, future concepts, new functionality, and multinational exchange designs.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provide interoperability engineering, analysis, and technical guidance for C2BMC, MDS Elements, external capability integration, and interface design efforts among MDA/DCC, DCC contractors, and MDS Elements.
• Participate in technical baseline efforts to develop specifications, requirements, and interfaces for current and future C3BM spirals.
• Support critical integration and interoperability product evaluations for future MDA/DCC spiral builds through interface, requirements, and C2BMC product definitions.

Job Requirements and Qualifications

A minimum of 12 years of related experience.

• Knowledge of C2BMC interoperability requirements or related experience.
• Proficiency in systems engineering and execution processes.
• Ability to apply network engineering and solutions to support real-world test, integration, and operations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Self-starter with enthusiasm and capacity to learn in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with Government, prime contractor, subcontractor, and supporting contractor personnel in a badge-less contractor environment.
• Familiarity with MDA, the Ballistic Missile Defense System, and/or C3BM Program Office work efforts.

Security Clearance Requirements

Must have an active Secret clearance.

Education Requirements

Master’s degree in STEM.

Other Requirements

• U.S. citizenship required.
• Travel required; frequency and duration to be confirmed.