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e4ce is seeking a Systems Engineer to provide technical leadership and systems engineering support across complex software, sensor, cloud, and advanced systems development efforts. The ideal candidate will have experience translating customer requirements into integrated technical solutions, managing the technical lifecycle of complex software capabilities, and coordinating system integration, testing, verification, and validation activities. T

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s role will support the development and integration of advanced sensor architectures and software capabilities, with a strong emphasis on Amazon Web Services (AWS), Kubernetes, cloud-native architectures, and CI/CD pipelines. The engineer will work across multiple integrated projects to establish technical strategy, resolve system and software interfaces, manage technical risks and dependencies, and ensure successful execution of research and development objectives. E

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erience in Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) phenomenology, space systems analysis, or long-range strike weapon systems is highly preferred. R

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• form technical planning, systems integration, verification and validation, and cost, risk, supportability, and effectiveness analyses across the system lifecycle, from concept and design through development, test, deployment, operation, and sustainment. Pr o- vide comprehensive technical management and oversight for the development and integration of complex software capabilities and advanced sensor concepts. Tr a- nslate complex customer and mission requirements into actionable technical plans, system architectures, software definitions, hardware/software specifications, and integrated solutions while balancing technical, schedule, and cost constraints. Co n- duct functional analysis, timeline analysis, detailed trade studies, requirements allocation, and interface definition activities to ensure requirements are logically and systematically transformed into effective system solutions. Ar c- hitect, deploy, and manage cloud-based software solutions within Amazon Web Services (AWS) environments. De s- ign, manage, and optimize Kubernetes-based containerization and CI/CD pipelines to support reliable, scalable, and efficient software development and deployment. Ma n- age technical integration across multiple software systems, architectures, sensors, and supporting infrastructure. Dr i- ve technical scheduling, planning, coordination, and deconfliction of critical test and characterization activities. Pr o- vide technical observation, support, and assessment during specialized test events, system characterization activities, and government technical meetings. De v- elop and maintain a cohesive technical strategy across multiple integrated projects, ensuring alignment between technical plans, system requirements, deliverables, schedules, and strategic R&D objectives. Id e- ntify and resolve technical risks, dependencies, interfaces, and integration challenges across hardware, software, cloud, and sensor systems. Pr o- vide technical oversight of project execution and assess progress against requirements, architecture, test objectives, and expected system performance. *

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• helor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline. Ac t- ive TS/SCI with ability to obtain a CI Poly. De m- onstrated experience performing systems engineering activities including technical planning, requirements analysis and allocation, system integration, interface definition, verification and validation, and technical risk assessment. Pr o- ven ability to integrate complex, multi-faceted software systems and architectures in rigorous operational, mission, or R&D environments. De m- onstrated experience managing the technical lifecycle of complex software solutions, from concept and architecture definition through integration, characterization, testing, and deployment. De e- p, hands-on expertise with Amazon Web Services (AWS), including cloud architecture, service design, deployment, configuration, and management. St r- ong experience with containerization and orchestration technologies, particularly Kubernetes. De m- onstrated experience designing, managing, and optimizing Kubernetes-based CI/CD pipelines. Ab i- lity to interpret complex customer requirements and translate them into system architectures, technical plans, software specifications, and executable engineering tasks. St r- ong understanding of system-level architecture, functional analysis, requirements allocation, interface definition, trade studies, and technical integration. Ex p- erience supporting technical test planning, execution, characterization, verification, and validation activities. Ab i- lity to coordinate effectively across multidisciplinary engineering teams, customers, government stakeholders, and technical leadership. St r- ong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical concepts and assessments to technical and government audiences. E

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• rhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) phenomenology, including data processing, sensor capability characterization, modeling, or related systems. Sp a- ce systems analysis, including analytical characterization, modeling, architecture development, or technical integration of advanced space-based systems. Lo n- g-range strike weapon systems, including requirements development, modeling, performance analysis, or technical systems integration. W

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e4ce is a team of innovators, self-starters, and critical thinkers—driven by a shared mission to strengthen national security and advance warfighting outcomes. W

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• (k) with 100% company match on the first 6% deferred, with immediate vesting Co m- prehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage—employee portion paid 100% by Core4ce Un l- imited access to training and certifications, with no pre-set cap on eligible professional development Tu i- tion assistance for job-related degrees and courses Pa i- d parental leave, PTO that grows with tenure, and generous holiday schedules Go t- a big idea? At Core4ce, The Forge gives every employee the chance to propose bold innovations and help bring them to life with internal backing. J oi

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qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, veteran status, age, genetic information, or other legally protected status. *
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• e4ce provides the listed pay range for this position as a general guideline only and not as a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final offers may take into account a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, job responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, market data alignment, any applicable collective bargaining agreement, and other legal requirements. S

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