Areté · 6 hours ago
Senior Software Systems Engineer
Areté is at the forefront of utilizing innovative solutions to address complex security challenges. They are seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Systems Engineer to lead system design, integration, and validation while managing complex requirements and interfacing with customers and stakeholders.
Defense & Space
Responsibilities
Lead critical aspects of system design, integration, and validation
Manage complex requirements while interfacing with customers and stakeholders
Create and manage technical documentation such as user guides, O&M manuals, and operational procedures
Act as a technical manager, guiding engineering teams and ensuring alignment with program objectives
Gather feedback and ensure system usability through strong communication with customers and end-users
Write detailed product specifications and manage the RFC process
Qualification
Required
Holds Top Secret clearance. SCI eligible
Validation & Verification Expertise: Experience in software and algorithm testing, including formal requirements validation, informal capability assessment, usability testing, algorithmic evaluation, and defect identification
Documentation & Logistics: Skilled in creating and managing technical documentation such as user guides, O&M manuals, and operational procedures
Systems Integration & Troubleshooting: Proactive problem solver with a strong grasp of internal and external system interfaces; capable of maintaining full domain knowledge across subsystems
Customer & User Engagement: Strong communication skills for interfacing with customers and end- users to gather feedback and ensure system usability
Requirements Management: Ability to understand formal and informal requirements, write detailed product specifications, manage the RFC process, and negotiate requirements with stakeholders
Technical Leadership: Ability to act as a technical manager, guiding engineering teams and ensuring alignment with program objectives
Information Management: Proficient in code and data management, including tracking metrics and maintaining configuration control
Advanced Technical Aptitude: Solid foundation in software development, mathematics, and physics; demonstrates curiosity, self-motivation, and flexibility to adapt to evolving program needs
9+ yrs. experience with BS/BA
7+ yrs. experience with MS/MA
4+ yrs. experience with PhD
Preferred
Preferred degree background: Systems. Computer Engineering, or related field
Experience with classified systems or secure environments
Familiarity with Agile development and DevSecOps practices
Knowledge of model-based systems engineering (MBSE) tools and methodologies
Familiarity with Squish/Jenkins/GIT (or a willingness to learn)
Basic knowledge and experience with C++/Python
Involvement with systems integration, test, and performance verification within the IC
Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Life and Long-Term Disability (LTD)
Vision Reimbursement
Fitness Reimbursement
Company-funded 5% contribution to your 401(k) retirement plan
Company-funded 5% contribution to your Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Continuing Education Assistance
Flexible Scheduling
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Parental and Bereavement Leave
Company
Areté
Areté, an employee-owned company, is an advanced science and engineering company that provides innovative solutions to the most challenging technical problems faced by the United States Defense and Intelligence agencies.