Be an Early Applicant
The Role
Serve as technical lead deploying, integrating, testing, and operating complex DoD/Navy software and hardware. Plan and execute multi-site test events, develop test plans and procedures, troubleshoot systems/networks during live events, analyze results against requirements, recommend corrections, mentor junior engineers, and improve test processes and documentation.
Summary Generated by Built In
Background information:
Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), provider of cutting-edge cloud-based integration, automated testing and data analysis for complex, mission-critical systems in the US Department of Defense (DOD), is seeking a Senior Systems Integrations Engineer to be based in our Arlington, Virginia office. Leveraging advanced software automation, model-based systems engineering (MBSE), and AI-driven capabilities, IDT accelerates capability development, enhances operational readiness, and reduces lifecycle costs for the Department of Defense. The company is dedicated to transforming defense systems through innovation, efficiency, and mission-critical results.
Overview:
The Senior Systems Integrations Engineer is a technical lead within a fast-paced, customer-focused test and experimentation team. This role requires deep hands-on experience deploying, integrating, testing, and operating complex software and hardware systems in mission-critical environments.
All applicants must currently possess an active U.S. Security Clearance.
What You Will Do:
- Lead deployment, installation, configuration, and operational support of complex software and hardware systems supporting DoD and Navy operational and developmental testing.
- Plan, coordinate, and execute test events across multiple test sites and Navy platforms, serving as the primary technical interface during field operations.
- Collaborate directly with senior warfighters, test directors, and government sponsors to define objectives, schedules, and execution plans.
- Review system and software designs to ensure testability and operational suitability.
- Develop and approve test plans, procedures, and operational methodologies for complex systems and distributed architectures.
- Troubleshoot and resolve advanced system, network, software, and integration issues during live test and experimentation events.
- Analyze test results and provide clear, actionable assessments against requirements, including recommendations for corrective actions.
- Mentor and guide junior Field Test Engineers in test execution, troubleshooting, and customer engagement.
- Support continuous improvement of IDT test processes, documentation, and fielding practices.
Who You Are:
Minimum Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or related field or equivalent full-time professional experience.
- 7–10+ years of relevant experience in system integration, test, or operational support roles.
- Active U.S. Security Clearance.
Required skills:
- Proven ability to deploy, operate, and sustain software and hardware systems in mission-critical operational environments.
- Strong system integration and test experience, including distributed and tactical systems.
- Advanced troubleshooting skills across software, networks, hardware, and operational processes.
- Experience leading or coordinating test execution activities in the field.
- Ability to communicate effectively with senior warfighters, government sponsors, and technical leadership.
- Strong understanding of test methodologies, best engineering practices, and operational assessment.
- Ability to adapt to rapidly changing priorities and execute multiple concurrent assignments.
- Ability to travel up to 50%.
Preferred skills:
- Experience with Navy surface warfare systems and tactical applications (e.g., Aegis Weapon System, CEC, Link-16).
- Experience working in DoD or NAVSEA test environments, labs, ranges, or deployed platforms.
- Strong background in one or more related disciplines (Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, IT, Networking).
- 3–5 years of hands-on experience administering VMware vSphere environments, including ESXi and vCenter.
- Experience running, testing, and troubleshooting large-scale or distributed DoD software systems.
- Proficiency in scripting or familiar with programming languages such as Python, Java, C++, or similar.
- Experience supporting rapid prototyping, experimentation, and capability demonstrations.
Competencies:
- Technical leadership and decision-making in high-pressure environments
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Team-centric mindset with the ability to mentor and guide others
- High level of professionalism when engaging with customers and stakeholders
Pay Range*: $90,000 - $150,000 or $114,000 - $184,000
This amount may not be reflective of actual compensation that may be earned as pay is dependent on a candidate’s experience, skills, and education. The posted range does not include bonuses, commissions, tips, or other benefits. IDT is often looking to place multiple candidates at various levels. Therefore, more than one pay range has been included, commensurate with experience.
Why Work at Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT):
IDT is a growing company with a vibrant, entrepreneurial culture. We are headquartered in Arlington, VA with additional offices in Fall River, MA; Mount Laurel, NJ; and San Diego, CA. At each location, our employees work together in a modern, snack-filled, and social office space, designing innovative solutions for our defense industry customers. We offer employees competitive pay and benefits including:
- Generous benefits package
- Competitive PTO
- Paid holidays
- 401(k) with immediate vesting and matching
- 9/80 optional schedule (2nd and 4th Friday off every month)
- Tuition Assistance Reimbursement Program
- Professional Development Resources
- Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
- Organization-Wide Monthly Tech Connect Events
- Annual Employee Recognition Awards
- Regular Social Events and Catered Lunches
EEO Statement:
IDT is an Equal Opportunity employer.
About
Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT) is a leading defense technology company focused on rapidly delivering mission-critical software and systems solutions to the U.S. government. The company specializes in automation, digital engineering, and enabling the rapid integration of advanced capabilities into complex weapon and combat systems. These essential solutions empower the warfighter to field, operate, and sustain decisive capability at speed and scale. At IDT, our employees are developing advanced mission-critical outcomes by consistently delivering high-quality results, fostering innovation, applying rigorous problem-solving, and effectively collaborating across multifaceted teams and stakeholders. Grounded in these competencies, IDT translates complex customer priorities into robust software solutions.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or related field or equivalent full-time professional experience.
- 7 - 10+ years of relevant experience in system integration, test, or operational support roles.
- Active U.S. Security Clearance (must currently possess).
- Proven ability to deploy, operate, and sustain software and hardware systems in mission-critical operational environments.
- Strong system integration and test experience, including distributed and tactical systems.
- Advanced troubleshooting skills across software, networks, hardware, and operational processes.
- Experience leading or coordinating test execution activities in the field.
- Ability to communicate effectively with senior warfighters, government sponsors, and technical leadership.
- Strong understanding of test methodologies, best engineering practices, and operational assessment.
- Ability to adapt to rapidly changing priorities and execute multiple concurrent assignments.
- Ability to travel up to 50%.
- Experience with Navy surface warfare systems and tactical applications (e.g., Aegis Weapon System, CEC, Link-16).
- Experience working in DoD or NAVSEA test environments, labs, ranges, or deployed platforms.
- Background in Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, IT, or Networking.
- 3-5 years administering VMware vSphere environments (ESXi, vCenter).
- Experience running, testing, and troubleshooting large-scale or distributed DoD software systems.
- Proficiency in scripting or programming languages such as Python, Java, C++.
- Experience supporting rapid prototyping, experimentation, and capability demonstrations.
Am I A Good Fit?
Get Personalized Job Insights.
Our AI-powered fit analysis compares your resume with a job listing so you know if your skills & experience align.
Success! Refresh the page to see how your skills align with this role.
The Company
What We Do
WHO WE ARE Innovative Defense Technologies -IDT- provides automated software testing, data analysis, and cybersecurity solutions for the DOD's mission-critical systems. Using patented Automated Test and ReTest (ATRT) technology, we support the entire software testing lifecycle from component testing, to system integration and testing, to the analysis of results. Our automated test and analysis solutions enable the rapid update and delivery of large, complex systems. Our technologies offer: -Rapid system configuration assessment and validation -Repeatable, consistent testing, analysis and reporting -On-demand regression tests in response to cyber threats -Statistical rigor in test and analysis -Reduced time and manpower At IDT, we work closely with our customers to tailor our products to support their systems and meet their goals. IDT has the expertise, strategies and processes in place to provide an automated solution for your next project. Let us help you dramatically accelerate test execution time, expand test coverage and improve software quality. OUR MISSION Our mission is to enable new software capabilities to be fielded faster and more affordably by reducing the amount of time and the cost spent on software testing. Through the use of our software testing technology, IDT is changing the way testing is being done for large, complex, software systems.
