Systems Architect

BryceTech is a trusted leader in complex technology domains, delivering data-driven solutions in aerospace, biosecurity, and defense. We specialize in systems engineering, advanced analytics, and R&D program and strategic advisory support. Our clients – including NASA, DoD, HHS, DHS, and other civil and national security agencies – rely on us to drive mission success and accelerate innovation.

BryceTech has been recognized in the Washington Technology Fast 50 ranking of top high-growth small businesses for four consecutive years and received a GovCon Contractor of the Year Award in 2023, underscoring our strong growth, competitive positioning, and excellence in federal contracting. With a proven track record of winning sought after contracts, scaling high-performance teams, and executing on critical government missions, BryceTech presents a compelling opportunity for strategic partnerships in the GovCon space.

BryceTech is seeking a Systems Architect to provide advisory & assistance services (A&AS) to support a major defense program, focusing on Department of Defense (DoD) acquisition life cycle planning and Space Force systems.  The ideal Systems Architect for Golden Dome would have deep expertise in designing resilient, scalable space system architectures that span space, ground, cyber, and communications domains, with specific experience in national security or classified space programs. They should be proficient in enterprise and mission-level architecture development, modeling and simulation, and requirements decomposition, with the ability to align technical solutions with strategic operational goals.   

The Space Systems Command (SSC) Space Domain Awareness and Combat Power (SDACP) (SSC/SZ), Battle Management, Command, Control, and Communications (BMC3) (SSC/BC) provides highly classified Space Domain Awareness (SDA) systems, Defensive and Offensive Space Control (DSC/OSC) capabilities, and space test range assets to meet current and projected DoD operational requirements. SSC/SZ-BC develops, integrates, tests, deploys, sustains, and supports operations for systems that meet strategic and tactical operational needs. This mission area requires personnel with experience and an in-depth understanding of the environments that include ground, near-space, space, and any system that operates in those environments.  

Key responsibilities include: 

• End-to-End Architecture Development: Design and maintain a resilient, scalable architecture that integrates space, ground, cyber, and communications systems to support Golden Dome mission objectives. 

• Requirements Decomposition & Traceability: Translate high-level mission needs into architectural requirements and ensure traceability across system components and stakeholders  

• Modeling, Simulation & Trade Analysis: Develop architecture models and conduct trade studies to assess performance, resiliency, scalability, and cost-effectiveness of alternative designs. 

• Technology Integration & Roadmapping: Identify and incorporate emerging technologies, ensuring architectural flexibility to support rapid insertion and future growth. 

• Cross-Stakeholder Collaboration: Coordinate across government, contractor, and mission partner teams to ensure architectural alignment, interoperability, and technical cohesion across all domains.

Educational Requirements:  

• MA/MS 

REQUIRED Experience:  

• Experience providing modeling and simulation support 

• Engineering and technical expertise for modeling, simulation, and analysis support for space defense efforts (Assessment of National Space Control Capabilities (ANSCC), Space Protection Program (SPP), Space Situational Awareness (SSA), National-level and Joint-level studies and analysis, as required 

• Executive Agent for Space Systems (EASS) expertise in the following areas: detailed working knowledge of modeling, simulation, and study activities 

• Expertise in performing and implementing National-level studies 

• Expertise and support in leading analysis of alternative and concept of operation type studies

Desired Skillsets: 

• Is considered a SME and recognized leader in industry  

Security Clearance:  

• Active TS/SCI

BryceTech offers a full range of benefits, including competitive salary, a comprehensive health plan including dental and vision coverage, company-paid life & disability insurance policies, 401(k) plan with company match, and an educational reimbursement program.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.