Engineer Systems - Program IPT Lead - Level 6

This position leads multidisciplinary engineering efforts for advanced missile, launch, or flight-test vehicles, along with associated ground equipment and test systems. The IPT Lead develops architectures, requirements, interface definitions, verification strategies, and operational concepts while coordinating technical execution across specialties such as avionics, software, propulsion, structures, and guidance. The role also includes trade studies, integration and test planning, customer reviews, risk mitigation, and management of control accounts using earned value practices. It suits an experienced systems engineering leader who can balance technical depth with program execution, communicate effectively with executives and customers, and guide teams through complex development milestones. The position is based in Chandler, requires U.S. citizenship and an active Secret clearance, and involves occasional travel.