Lead Systems Engineer

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 the opening for a Lead Systems Engineer, who will join our Engineering Services Division in Huntsville, Alabama and become part of our rapidly growing technology company operating in missile defense, cybersecurity, test range modernization, biotechnology, and space control marketspaces. You will be part of a team that provides coordinated communications integration support to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) Chief Engineer and United Arab Emirates (UAE) THAAD Engineering Lead. 

Responsibilities: 

You’ll be: 

• Providing systems and interoperability engineering, analysis, and technical guidance regarding the THAAD weapon system with international partners.
• Assisting Engineering Lead with managing the technical aspects of all assigned force design work.
• Assisting with international Tactical Data Link Architecture and attend data link conferences.
• Collaborating and coordinating on force design technical efforts with multiple external agencies and stakeholders.
• Identifying deficiencies and shortcomings in planned or ongoing design reviews and provide options for fixing them.
• Documenting and communicating interim and final technical findings and results in a clear manner that is understandable to senior-level decision makers.
• Actively participating in regular and ad hoc force design meetings and technical exchanges.

Basic Qualifications:

• Master's Degree and 12+ years working on missile defense-related or other complex, large DoD program/project
• Active Secret Clearance with ability to acquire a TS/SCI

Preferred Qualifications:

• Technical understanding and experience with missile defense or radar systems.
• Develop and present reports and presentations to senior management-level personnel.
• Exceptional written and verbal skills required.
• Experience with DoD terrestrial and satellite communication systems (MILSATCOM).
• Ability to work independently and/or lead teams to analyze and resolve problems.
• Familiarity with Missile Defense Agency, Ballistic Missile Defense System, and/or THAAD Program Office work efforts.
• Proficiency in system engineering and execution processes.
• Prior experience with Tactical data links (TDL J, Link 11, Link 16) systems, encryption systems, precision timing systems (PNT), and DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Military experience with Air Defense Artillery, Theater High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD), and/or Common Data Link Interface-Module (CDLI-M).
• Ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
• Experience working within a collaborative environment composed of Government, prime contractor, sub-contractor and supporting contractor personnel in a badge-less contractor environment.
• Self-starter with enthusiasm and capacity to learn in a fast-paced environment.
• Prior experience within Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs.

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