About the role
Senior Defense Technologist SME V, Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) supporting Architecture Development and Deployment, Active Top Secret Clearance
Description: As part of an engineering and development team that is leveraging cutting edge processes and technology the candidate should be capable of working with a high performing team providing engineering, architecture and management support. The candidate will require at least ten years of experience working on development and support of data architectures and data management. The candidate should be able to support decision makers and warfighters by providing Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) across multiple emerging software segments developed and delivered across cloud, and on premises. The candidate will focus on providing engineering and project management of System of System (SoS) solutions across multiple software systems by defining solution epics, architectures diagrams, and dependencies. Furthermore, they should be able to analyze interfaces and schedules to maximize iterative integration opportunities and verify acceptance criteria via solution demonstrations and enterprise tests.
Required Qualifications: Top Secret clearance, SCI eligible, pass a CI Polygraph. Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering. Experience with the Department of Defense or Intelligence Community is required. The ability to coordinate and communicate to developers and managers and demonstrated experience in technical writing is required. Must have a project ownership mentality. Must have a minimum of 10 years of professional engineering experience.
Highly Desirable Qualifications:
Experience with Cloud modern operating systems and Cloud Native Infrastructure and Services: Azure and AWS, Linux, Docker, Kubernetes. Government Specific Experiences: cross domain solutions, Protection Level-2 through 5 (PL2-5, label aware) style development challenges, ICAM, and Requirements Management.
Security: Firewalls (Cisco ASA, Palo Alto), VPNs, and Zero Trust Architecture.
Experience with Data & Workflow Management software including databases: Postgres, Neo4J, Mongo, Apache Kafka and NiFi software.
Experience with Web Development: Typescript/NodeJS/React, Go/Rust.
Experience with software development, engineering, and management tools: Git, CI/CD process, Gitlab, JIRA.
A master’s degree or PhD in Engineering or Computer Science field is highly desirable.
Experience in management of data architecture teams is highly desirable.
Experience with multiple scripting languages is highly desirable.
Blue Sky Innovators, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a qualified job seeker with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access http://www.blueskyinnovators.com as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, please email us at careers@blueskyinnovators.com and provide your name and contact information. Please note: this is only for job seekers with disabilities requesting an accommodation.
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Aplyr's read
Blue Sky Innovators is a cutting-edge technology firm specializing in AI and machine learning, attracting top talent with expertise in defense and intelligence sectors.
What's promising
- •Strong focus on AI and machine learning innovation.
- •Extensive opportunities for professionals with high-level security clearances.
- •Involvement in advanced defense and intelligence projects with DARPA.
What to watch
- •High reliance on government contracts may pose stability risks.
- •Limited public information about company culture and work-life balance.
- •Niche focus could limit opportunities for broader tech roles.
Why Blue Sky Innovators
- •Specializes in anti-tamper technology, critical for defense security.
- •Engages in cutting-edge projects like Photonic Crystal Surface Emitting Lasers.
- •Offers roles requiring TS/SCI clearance, indicating high trust and responsibility.
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About Blue Sky Innovators
Blue Sky Innovators is a technology company focused on developing innovative solutions in the fields of artificial intelligence and machine learning.
