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 an opening for a Science & Technology (S&T) Engineer who will join our Engineering Services Team in Huntsville, AL and become part of our rapidly growing technology company operating in missile defense, cybersecurity, test range modernization, and space control marketspaces. Qualified candidates will be part of an exceptional team supporting the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) mission to develop and deploy a layered Missile Defense System to defend the United States, its deployed forces, allies, and friends from missile attacks in all phases of flight.
Responsibilities:
The S&T Engineer will provide technical and programmatic support to multiple MDA teams on the TEAMS-Next Specialized Engineering Analyses contract. This role bridges S&T programs with program management. The analyst will help MDA teams evaluate, manage, and communicate progress across a diverse portfolio of advanced technology efforts. The most important attribute for success is the ability to come up to speed quickly on unfamiliar technical areas and contribute wherever the program needs it, whether that means reviewing technical reports, coordinating meetings, or preparing materials for leadership.
The selected candidate will support programs spanning the following technical areas:
- Terrestrial and space nuclear power
- Pulsed power
- Cyber warfare
- High altitude sensing
- Infrared (IR) and ultraviolet (UV) sensors
- Blast modeling and effects
- Satellite systems
Duties include:
- Review technical reports, programmatic reports, and contract deliverables across the technical portfolio, and provide assessments to government leads
- Review and evaluate technical proposals, including Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) proposals
- Assist in developing SBIR solicitation topics and packages
- Support the procurement process by preparing and processing acquisition forms and documentation
- Prepare PowerPoint briefings and other program communication materials for MDA leadership
- Organize and coordinate program meetings, reviews, and working groups
- Participate in and contribute to planning meetings and technology road mapping efforts
Basic Qualifications:
At a minimum, qualified candidates must have:
- A bachelor's degree in a technical field such as engineering, mathematics, physical sciences, or computer science.
- At least 7 years of full-time professional experience in a technical, scientific, or program support role, preferably supporting the Department of Defense (DoD).
- Must have or be eligible to obtain an active Top Secret clearance.
- Must be able to work at our customer site in [Location].
Lacking any one of these disqualifies any applicants from this job.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Technical background or working familiarity with one or more of the program areas listed above
- Prior experience supporting MDA or other DoD science and technology organizations in a SETA or A&AS capacity
- Experience with the SBIR/STTR program, including topic development, solicitation preparation, or proposal evaluation
- Familiarity with DoD acquisition and procurement processes and documentation
- Demonstrated ability to learn new technical subjects rapidly and synthesize them for non-specialist audiences and decision-makers
- Ability to independently develop clear, polished presentations for senior leadership
- Ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks across different programs and teams
- Excellent written and oral communication skills and MS Office proficiency
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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, physical sciences, computer science, or another technical field
- At least 7 years of full-time professional experience in a technical, scientific, or program support role
- Must have or be eligible to obtain an active Top Secret security clearance
- Ability to work at the customer site in Huntsville, Alabama
- Technical background or familiarity with terrestrial or space nuclear power, pulsed power, cyber warfare, high-altitude sensing, IR/UV sensors, blast modeling, or satellite systems
- Experience supporting MDA or other Department of Defense science and technology organizations in a SETA or A&AS capacity
- Experience with SBIR/STTR topic development, solicitation preparation, or proposal evaluation
- Familiarity with Department of Defense acquisition and procurement processes
- Ability to rapidly learn technical subjects and synthesize them for non-specialist audiences
- Ability to independently develop polished presentations for senior leadership
- Ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks across programs and teams
- Excellent written and oral communication skills and Microsoft Office proficiency
What We Do
nou Systems is helping its customers transform defense systems with powerful, data-driven insights that improve system capability. Applying our expertise in systems engineering, modeling and simulation, real-time open systems development, testing, and system assessment, nou Systems develops insights and solutions that provide improved capability for a variety of complex defense systems as well as test range radar, telemetry, and optical 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. nou Systems, Inc. is a woman-owned small business headquartered in Huntsville, AL.
