The Role
Design, test, and evolve AWS-hosted real-time defense systems. Perform system stress testing and MATLAB modeling, analyze probabilistic combat performance measures, validate DDS RTI/UDP architectures, ensure software certification, and mentor junior engineers. On-site in Mount Laurel, NJ; requires ability to obtain/maintain Secret clearance.
Summary Generated by Built In
About The Role:
Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT) is seeking a Systems Engineer to be part of our team and based out of our Mount Laurel, NJ location.
You will contribute to the design and development of complex, AWS-hosted, real-time processing systems. You will collaborate closely with senior engineers to evolve system architectures, develop software, and apply advanced systems modeling techniques to support mission-critical defense applications.
Clearance & Location Requirements:
- All applicants must be able to obtain/maintain an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance.
- This is an on-site position. Requiring at least 5 days in office, based out of our Mount Laurel, NJ location.
Key Responsibilities
What You Will Do:
- System Stress Testing & Modeling: Execute complex system stress tests and utilize MATLAB to model and evaluate weapons systems.
- Performance Analysis: Calculate, analyze, and evaluate probabilistic combat system performance measures (such as PK, PES, PSI, and CK), particularly for live fire and Aegis-related scenarios.
- Real-Time Architecture Evaluation: Navigate, test, and validate within a real-time, event-based architecture that utilizes DDS RTI (Data Distribution Service Real-Time Innovations) and UDP communications (e.g., Sigpro SPY.
- Software Certification: Ensure software meets rigorous certification standards and validation processes.
- Architecture Evolution: Participate in the ongoing testing and rearchitecting of the system as the program evolves.
- Mentorship: (For mid-to-senior roles) Provide guidance, support, and domain knowledge transfer to junior engineering staff.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
Who You Are (Required):
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Physics, or Mathematics, or equivalent full-time professional experience.
- 3+ years of full-time professional experience in System Engineering, or related technical roles.
- Ability to travel up to 10% of the time, as needed
- Strong programming proficiency in C++ and Java.
- Solid foundation in real-time processing concepts and makefile systems.
- Familiarity with systems engineering and modeling concepts, including experience utilizing MATLAB.
- Strong willingness to learn complex new domains, such as defense architectures and probabilistic performance measures.
What Makes You Stand Out:
- Aegis Domain Knowledge: Prior experience with the Aegis combat system is highly desired, especially for mid-to-senior candidates to support the team, though training will be provided for the right candidate.
- Knowledge of probabilistic combat system performance measures (PK, PES, PSI, and CK).
- Familiarity with software certification principles and the use of AI agents for recompiling tasks.
- Hands-on experience developing and deploying software in AWS-centric environments.
Pay Range*: $90,000 - $150,000 or $114,000 - $184,000
*Pursuant to New Jersey Senate Bill 2310 IDT is required to disclose the “pay scale” or “pay range” associated with a job posting. Notably, however, 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. Click here for additional information about Senate Bill 2310. IDT is often looking to place multiple candidates at various levels. Therefore, more than one pay range has been included, commensurate with experience.
*Pursuant to New Jersey Senate Bill 2310 IDT is required to disclose the “pay scale” or “pay range” associated with a job posting. Notably, however, 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. Click here for additional information about Senate Bill 2310. IDT is often looking to place multiple candidates at various levels. Therefore, more than one pay range has been included, commensurate with experience.
Job Benefits
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 (ex. cold brew in a keg), 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
- Ability to obtain/maintain an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance
- On-site work 5 days per week in Mount Laurel, NJ
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of full-time professional experience in Systems Engineering or related technical roles
- Strong programming proficiency in C++ and Java
- Familiarity with MATLAB and systems engineering/modeling concepts
- Solid foundation in real-time processing concepts and makefile systems
- Familiarity with DDS RTI (Data Distribution Service Real-Time Innovations) and UDP communications (e.g., Sigpro SPY)
- Ability to travel up to 10% of the time
- Hands-on experience developing and deploying software in AWS-centric environments
- Prior experience with the Aegis combat system
- Knowledge of probabilistic combat system performance measures (PK, PES, PSI, CK)
- Familiarity with software certification principles and use of AI agents for recompiling tasks
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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.
