Senior Systems Engineer

Position Overview

Iron Will Ventures is seeking a highly motivated Senior Systems Engineer to support advanced Department of War and national security programs. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership across system design, integration, testing, and operational transition activities while working closely with government customers, industry partners, and multidisciplinary engineering teams.

This position is ideal for an engineer who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys solving complex technical challenges, and wants to directly contribute to the development and fielding of next-generation warfighting capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead systems engineering activities throughout the program lifecycle, from requirements development through integration, test, and deployment.
• Develop and manage system architectures, technical baselines, interface definitions, and requirements traceability.
• Conduct trade studies, technical assessments, and engineering analyses to support program objectives.
• Coordinate with hardware, software, test, and operational stakeholders to ensure successful system integration.
• Support technical planning, risk management, and execution of developmental and operational test activities.
• Participate in design reviews, technical interchange meetings, and customer briefings.
• Evaluate system performance and recommend improvements to enhance mission effectiveness.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the growth of Iron Will Ventures' engineering capabilities.
• Support proposal development, solution architecture, and technical strategy activities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related technical field.
• 10+ years of systems engineering experience supporting complex technical programs.
• Demonstrated experience with requirements development, system integration, verification, and validation.
• Strong understanding of systems engineering principles and lifecycle processes.
• Experience working within Department of War, Intelligence Community, or aerospace environments.
• Ability to communicate effectively with technical teams, program leadership, and government customers.
• Active Secret Security Clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience supporting space systems, missile defense, autonomy, electronic warfare, advanced sensors, or emerging technologies.
• Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools and methodologies.
• Experience with digital engineering environments and architecture frameworks.
• Active Top Secret clearance.
• Experience supporting rapid prototyping and technology transition efforts.

Desired Attributes

The ideal candidate:

• Thinks strategically while maintaining attention to technical detail.
• Is comfortable leading efforts with limited oversight.
• Builds strong relationships with customers and teammates.
• Demonstrates initiative, adaptability, and sound engineering judgment.
• Enjoys working on challenging national security missions.

Why Join Iron Will Ventures

Iron Will Ventures delivers innovative solutions to some of the nation's most important warfighting and national security challenges. Our team combines technical excellence, mission focus, and entrepreneurial thinking to help customers rapidly develop, integrate, and field critical capabilities for the Department of War and its mission partners.

We offer:

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Opportunities for technical leadership and growth
• Exposure to cutting-edge warfighting and national security programs
• Collaborative, mission-driven culture
• Meaningful impact on critical government initiatives

Iron Will Ventures Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.