Systems Integration Engineer - Fire Control & Engagement

AstrionHuntsville, AL🇺🇸United StatesPosted Sep 20, 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This Systems Integration Engineer role offers a unique opportunity to work on critical, cutting-edge defense technology, directly impacting national security and shaping the future of space-based defense. You'll thrive here if you have extensive experience in fire control systems integration and a passion for complex technical challenges, with the added benefit of a hybrid work model for flexibility. Take this chance to apply your expertise to a mission of unparalleled importance and drive innovation in a highly respected organization.

Quick Overview

Seniority

Mid Senior

Employment type

Full Time

Work mode

Hybrid

Location

Huntsville, AL, United States

Posted

15 hours ago

Job Description

Overview

Systems Integration Engineer – Fire Control & Engagement

LOCATION: Huntsville, AL

JOB STATUS: Full-time

CLEARANCE: Active TS/SCI

CERTIFICATION: N/A

TRAVEL: As Needed

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Systems Integration Engineer – Fire Control & Engagement, supporting the Space-Based Interceptor (SBI) program. Be at the cutting edge of national defense. As part of the Golden Dome of America initiative and the Space-Based Interceptor (SBI) program, you will help design, integrate, and validate the systems that form the backbone of America’s next-generation missile defense architecture. This is your chance to apply your fire control and engagement expertise to programs that directly shape U.S. and allied security in space and across the globe.

This isn’t just another engineering role. It’s a chance to be on the front line of innovation, defending the nation through cutting-edge space and missile defense systems. You’ll work shoulder-to-shoulder with the brightest minds in defense, contributing to programs that protect millions and define the future of space warfighting.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

15+ years in fire control systems integration.
Master’s degree in Engineering, Physics, or related technical field.
An active TS/SCI clearance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and digital engineering environments.
Prior support to MDA, USSF, or Army Space & Missile Defense Command programs.
Familiarity with wargaming, simulation environments, and kill-web architectures.
Strong record of publishing, briefing, or thought leadership in fire control and missile defense communities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Serve as a trusted advisor to the government program office, providing expert technical guidance on fire control and engagement integration for Space-Based Interceptor and Golden Dome of America programs.
Conduct independent technical assessments, trade studies, and analysis of alternatives to inform government decision-making on architectures, algorithms, and engagement strategies.
Support requirements development, verification planning, and validation activities, ensuring contractor solutions align with mission needs and government intent.
Evaluate contractor design proposals, test plans, and system integration strategies, providing recommendations to reduce risk and improve performance.
Facilitate system-of-systems integration across sensors, battle management/C2, and interceptors to ensure seamless end-to-end engagement capability.
Participate in wargames, simulations, and technical reviews to assess effectiveness of fire control solutions and provide government leadership with actionable insights.
Develop briefings, decision packages, and technical reports to support senior DoD and USSF stakeholders in acquisition and architecture reviews.
Monitor contractor performance and identify risks, opportunities, and mitigation strategies to maintain program cost, schedule, and technical objectives.
Collaborate with cross-agency partners to align architectures, requirements, and test campaigns under the Golden Dome enterprise.