Innovative Defense Technologies
Engineering Technical Lead - JobID-0333
$135K–$273K
San Diego, Suite 200, California · Hybrid · Full-time · Posted Oct 29, 2026
- Experience
- A minimum of 7 years; no alternatives stated.
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or another STEM field, or equivalent professional experience.
- Visa sponsorship
- Applicants must be able to obtain or maintain an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance.
About the job
Leads a team designing, integrating, deploying, and testing complex DoD software and hardware systems for Navy missions and live test events.
What you'll do
- Lead and mentor engineers; set priorities and coordinate program execution.
- Architect, deploy, integrate, and troubleshoot systems during field testing and operations.
- Work with warfighters and government sponsors to define requirements, execution plans, and corrective actions.
What they ask for
- Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field or equivalent professional experience.
- At least 7 years of experience designing, developing, and managing complex DoD software systems.
- Experience deploying and sustaining Navy systems and leading integration, testing, and field test execution.
- Able to obtain or maintain an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance; able to travel up to 25%.
Nice to have
- Master’s degree in a related field; U.S. Navy or government-contract experience.
- Familiarity with Navy C4I or surface warfare systems, including Aegis Weapon System, CEC, or Link-16.
Pay
$135,000 - $231,000 USD base salary; $164,000 - $273,000 USD base salary
Tools
C++, Python, JavaScript, Java, MATLAB, Aegis Weapon System, CEC, Link-16
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