nou Systems, Inc. (nSI) is now officially a 100% ESOP company! We value teamwork and collaboration, and this transition allows us to take that commitment to a new level. nSI empowers our customers by supplying products, services, and expertise with powerful, data driven insights that transform defense systems and improve capabilities.

We are pleased to announce the opening for a Senior Systems Engineer (with a Digital Engineering focus) who will join our Teams Next – Systems Engineering & Analyses team in Huntsville, AL and become part of our rapidly growing technology company operating in missile defense, cybersecurity, test range modernization, biotechnology, and space control marketspaces. You will be part of a team known for the digital transformation of the Missile Defense Agency’s architecture, processes, and programs.

Responsibilities:

We are seeking a high-impact leader to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Director’s digital transformation initiative. In this prominent role, you will help drive the modernization of systems engineering processes, tools, and products across the Agency. A central responsibility will be developing and advancing the Government Reference Architecture – an integrated, cloud-based framework that enables collaborative development, testing, and integration of tactical software. This architecture will support role-based tools and user-specific interfaces across the enterprise. The team’s mission is to replace outdated, document-heavy workflows and siloed communication methods with a dynamic, digital engineering ecosystem that promotes real-time, multi-user collaboration and automates documentation processes – ultimately increasing efficiency, traceability, and agility across MDA’s fast-paced engineering environment.

Basic Qualifications:

You must have a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution. A STEM degree preferred is preferred.

At least 10 years of full-time professional experience.

You must possess or can obtain an active Secret clearance.

You must be a U.S. citizen to be eligible for this position.

Lacking any one of these disqualifies you from this job.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree in STEM field and 12+ years of full-time professional experience.

Background with the Missile Defense Agency and/or other large scale DoD systems-of-systems

Mastery of digital engineering transformation tools, methodologies, and implementation strategies

Advanced software architecture and development expertise with coding proficiency

Expert-level systems modeling and MBSE toolset implementation and training capabilities

Program-level management experience

Formal training in INCOSE or equivalent Systems Engineering standards and practices

Advanced analytical expertise with ability to lead complex technical documentation reviews and assessments

Proven leadership in establishing, mentoring, and driving systems engineering best practices across organizations

Expert-level ability to architect and implement Reference Architecture integration strategies in complex SoS environments

Comprehensive mastery of requirements engineering, traceability frameworks, and full lifecycle management methodologies

Executive-level communication skills with ability to present complex technical concepts to senior leadership

nou (pronounced ‘new’) Systems:

Since its founding in 2012, nou Systems has built a reputation for excellence in innovative engineering, prototype development, and technical and professional services in multiple markets, including missile defense, cybersecurity, test range modernization, and space control. Our diverse and highly skilled team delivers state-of-the-art products from concepts and prototypes to fully developed and integrated solutions.

We offer significant advancement and personal career development opportunities within our dynamic high-tech company. Our culture is firmly established in treating our employees like family.

Benefits of working at nSI

nou Systems, Inc. offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and diverse benefits that reflect our company culture of service, excellence, and a supportive work environment. Benefits may vary based on status but the majority of our positions include the following:

Competitive Wages*

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

Medical plan with Health Savings Account eligibility

Company-funded Life, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance

Personal Time Off, Vacation, and Paid Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Flexible Spending Accounts

Norton LifeLock

Tuition Reimbursement

Personal Development, Technical Learning Opportunities, & Lunch-n-Learns

Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

*Final compensation for this position is determined by a variety of factors, such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.

nSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Employment opportunities at nSI are based upon a candidate’s qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job and are free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit www.nou-systems.com/workingatnou. U.S. citizenship is required for most positions.