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Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT) ยท 10 hours ago

Electronic Warfare Systems Architect

positionArlington, VA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level, Lead/Staff
money$198K/yr - $328K/yr
date15+ years exp

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT) is a provider of cutting-edge cloud-based integration and automated testing for mission-critical systems in the U.S. Department of Defense. They are seeking an experienced Electronic Warfare Systems Architect to lead the development and integration of next-generation EW capabilities for U.S. Navy programs, focusing on technical execution and collaboration with stakeholders.

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Responsibilities

Serve as technical lead for EW and Soft Kill systems architecture and design
Collaborate with PEO IWS stakeholders to define, refine, and validate operational requirements
Lead technical teams in concept development, prototyping, and system integration efforts
Provide oversight and direction for subcontracted technical work related to EW and countermeasure subsystems
Translate mission requirements into architectural blueprints and design artifacts
Support program management by monitoring cost, schedule, and technical performance across multiple workstreams
Perform system-level trades, interface definition, and risk assessments
Coordinate test and evaluation strategies aligned with Navy mission needs and CONOPS
Participate in technical readiness reviews, system integration testing, and operational assessments
Contribute to new business strategy by identifying EW-related growth opportunities and crafting technical solutions

Qualification

Electronic WarfareSoft Kill systemsSystems engineeringNavy program experienceModular open systems architectureTechnical writingAnalytical skillsInterpersonal skillsStrategic thinking

Required

15+ years of experience in Navy operational or system engineering roles, with focus on Electronic Warfare, Soft Kill systems, or Countermeasures
Proven experience supporting PEO IWS or Navy program offices
Demonstrated experience with EW architectures, RF and IR countermeasures, or related tactical systems
Experience leading engineering teams and managing subcontracted technical efforts
Strong understanding of systems engineering practices, including requirements derivation, interface management, and V&V
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field or equivalent full-time professional experience
Experience in the Navy or Joint EW communities, including operational assignments or program office support
Familiarity with DoD acquisition lifecycle and major capability acquisition (MCA) programs
Experience working with OPNAV, NAVSEA, or warfare centers such as NSWC Crane or Dahlgren
Understanding of modular open systems architecture (MOSA), AEA, or directed energy systems
Understanding integration of multiple sensor data (domestic and non-domestic) into EW Kill Chain
Technical writing experience for proposals, white papers, and architecture documentation

Preferred

Familiarity with foundational networking concepts such as routing, switching, identity services, intrusion detection, and firewall
Familiarity with virtual machines in VMWare vSphere environments including networking configuration
Familiarity with complex software development environments including submodules, remote dependencies, and mixed-code deployments

Company

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT)

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Innovative Defense Technologies is an information technology company that provides software testing and data analysis services.
dateFounded in 2006
location
Arlington, Virginia, USA
people-size201-500 employees
web-link
http://idtus.com

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Bernie Gauf
President & CEO
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