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Systems Engineering Integration & Test Lead, Public Sector

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senior full-time $166,400-$249,000 USD Washington, DC

First indexed 10 Oct 2026

Description

We are looking for a Systems Engineering, Integration & Test (SEIT) Lead to own the technical execution of software demonstrations for classified government customers.

You will turn customer mission needs into demo-ready capability, defining requirements and architecture, running integration and test, and delivering demonstrations on tight timelines in secure environments.

Your responsibilities include:

  • Leading multiple software demo efforts from concept to customer demonstration and after-action reporting
  • Translating customer mission needs, CONOPS, and use cases into system requirements, demo objectives, and success criteria
  • Partnering with the Chief Engineer and Chief Architect to own the system architecture and interface definitions (ICDs)
  • Building and running integration and test plans, test procedures, and verification matrices (RVTM)
  • Planning and running demo events, including environment setup, dry runs, and on-site support
  • Partnering with infrastructure and engineering teams to maintain integration and test environments on classified networks and in SCIFs
  • Leading technical reviews and presenting to customer stakeholders
  • Managing technical risk, configuration baselines, and change control across fast-moving development cycles

Requirements:

  • An active TS/SCI clearance
  • 10+ years of systems engineering experience, with 5+ years in integration and test of software-intensive systems
  • 3+ years in a technical lead role on DoD or IC programs
  • Hands-on experience delivering software demos, prototypes, or rapid capability efforts to government customers
  • Strong command of requirements management, verification and validation, and interface control
  • Experience working in classified environments (SCIFs, air-gapped networks, cross-domain constraints)
  • Comfortable presenting to senior government and military stakeholders
  • Knowledge of risk management framework (RMF) / authority to operate (ATO) processes

Compensation packages include base salary, equity, and benefits. The base salary range for this full-time position in Washington, DC is: $166,400-$249,000 USD.

Benefits include comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage, retirement benefits, a learning and development stipend, and generous PTO.

This listing is enriched and indexed by YubHub. To apply, use the employer's original posting: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/scaleai/jobs/4742042005