Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
3-6 years in integration engineering, ideally in defense or aerospace
Experience with system lifecycle processes from requirements to sustainment
Familiarity with systems engineering standards like INCOSE or MIL-STD
Proficient in requirements management tools
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
Effective communication and collaboration abilities
Responsibilities
Identify COTS solutions for program needs at component and subsystem levels
Perform hands-on assembly of system components in lab and customer sites
Assist in testing systems at various levels
Document system interconnections and functionality
Translate mission needs into system requirements and architectures
Support verification and validation activities including test planning
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including software and program management
Benefits
Hybrid work environment with occasional travel
Opportunity for hands-on engineering experience
Engagement with cross-functional teams and government stakeholders
Participation in design reviews and technical meetings
Focus on complex problem-solving in a dynamic setting
Full Job Description
Position Overview
The Integration Engineer will play a critical role in the planning, development, and execution of delivery orders (DOs), contributing as a hands-on engineer. This individual will be responsible for assisting in systems engineering efforts across the full lifecycle, from initial concept and requirements development through testing, verification, and final delivery with a focus on bringing together components and systems from various vendors and other sources to make a complete system that will meet the customer's needs. The ideal candidate has solid experience in systems engineering, enjoys solving complex technical problems, and can work independently with moderate supervision.
This role requires close collaboration with internal teams, outside suppliers, and government stakeholders and involves occasional travel to customer sites or supplier locations. A hybrid work environment is possible when not required to be on-site for customer meetings or test events. The program reserves the right to require on-site work if program execution and success dictates.
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday, 9:00a a.m. to 5 p.m. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.
Responsibilities
Identify COTS solutions to solving program needs at component and subsystem level
Perform hands-on assembly of system components in the lab and at customer sites
Assist in testing systems at the system, subsystem, and component level
Document system interconnections and system functionality between components and subsystems
Translate mission and operational needs into system requirements, architectures, and technical solutions
Perform system decomposition, interface definition, and integration activities
Support verification and validation (V&V), including test planning, execution, and documentation
Ensure compliance with government standards, cybersecurity requirements, and program specifications
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including software, graphics, and program management
Develop and maintain technical documentation (e.g., CDRLs)
Participate in design reviews (SPR, PDR, CDR) and technical interchange meetings
Troubleshoot system-level issues and support root cause analysis in lab and field environments
Contribute to risk management, configuration control, and change management processes
Required Experience/Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (or equivalent experience)
3-6 years of experience in integration engineering, preferably in defense or aerospace programs
Experience with system lifecycle processes (requirements, design, integration, test, sustainment)
Familiarity with systems engineering standards (e.g., INCOSE, MIL-STD, or DoD frameworks)
Experience with requirements management tools
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, interface control documents, and specifications
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and documentation skills
Effective communication and collaboration skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Detail-oriented with a focus on system reliability and performance
Preferred Experience/Qualifications
Experience with model-based systems engineering (MBSE) tools and methodologies
Familiarity with systems engineering standards (e.g., INCOSE, ISO/IEC/IEEE 15288)
Prior experience working on military flight simulators
Prior experience supporting defense or aerospace programs
Special Requirements/Security Clearance
Ability to obtain a Security Clearance
About By Light Professional IT Services
By Light Professional IT Services is a provider of full lifecycle information technology and telecommunications solutions to the federal government and commercial clients. The company provides services in the areas of cybersecurity, cloud computing, application development, network engineering, and strategic consulting. By Light has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the United States by Inc. Magazine and has been named a top workplace by The Washington Post.