Defense Contractor Biotechnology Jobs in Alabama

nou Systems, Inc. (nSI) is now officially a 100% ESOP company! We value teamwork and collaboration, and this transition allows us to take that commitment to a new level. nSI empowers our customers by supplying products, services, and expertise with powerful, data driven insights that transform defense systems and improve capabilities.

We are pleased to announce the opening for a Systems Engineer (with a Digital Engineering focus) who will join our Teams Next – Systems Engineering & Analyses team in Huntsville, AL and become part of our rapidly growing technology company operating in missile defense, cybersecurity, test range modernization, biotechnology, and space control marketspaces. You will be part of a team known for the digital transformation of the Missile Defense Agency’s architecture, processes, and programs.

Responsibilities:

You’ll be part of a dynamic team of government civilians and defense contractors supporting the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Director’s vision for digital transformation. This includes implementing new tools and modern architectures to overhaul the Agency’s systems engineering processes and products. A primary focus will be developing the Government Reference Architecture—an integrated, cloud-based framework that enables collaborative development, testing, and integration of tactical software. The architecture will support role-based tools and customized views for users at all levels. This effort aims to transition the Agency away from inefficient document-heavy workflows and reliance on email toward a modern digital ecosystem that enables real-time, multi-user collaboration and automates or eliminates traditional documentation requirements.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a STEM field.
• 7 years of full-time professional experience working on missile defense-related or other complex, large DoD program/project.
• You must possess or be able to obtain an active Secret clearance.
• You must be a U.S. citizen to be eligible for this position.

Lacking any one of these disqualifies you from this job.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of digital engineering tools and methodologies and Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA)
• Software development and programming experience
• Applied experience with systems modeling and MBSE toolsets such as CAMEO, Rhapsody, and/or DOORS
• Strong analytical and technical documentation review capabilities
• Proven ability to apply systems engineering principles to architectural development
• Experience driving and implementing effective systems engineering practices
• Expertise in System-of-Systems (SoS) architecture development and analysis
• Familiarity with Government Reference Architecture frameworks
• Demonstrated ability to integrate Reference Architectures within SoS environments
• Comprehensive experience in requirements development, traceability, and lifecycle management
• Multi-domain architecture expertise spanning business strategy, process optimization, software development, and logistics management
• Strong commitment to continuous learning in Systems Engineering disciplines

nou (pronounced ‘new’) Systems:

Since its founding in 2012, nou Systems has built a reputation for excellence in innovative engineering, prototype development, and technical and professional services in multiple markets, including missile defense, cybersecurity, test range modernization, and space control. Our diverse and highly skilled team delivers state-of-the-art products from concepts and prototypes to fully developed and integrated solutions.

We offer significant advancement and personal career development opportunities within our dynamic high-tech company. Our culture is firmly established in treating our employees like family.

Benefits of working at nSI

nou Systems, Inc. offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and diverse benefits that reflect our company culture of service, excellence, and a supportive work environment. Benefits may vary based on status but the majority of our positions include the following:

• Competitive Wages*
• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Medical plan with Health Savings Account eligibility
• Company-funded Life, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Personal Time Off, Vacation, and Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Norton LifeLock
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Personal Development, Technical Learning Opportunities, & Lunch-n-Learns
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

*Final compensation for this position is determined by a variety of factors, such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.

nSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Employment opportunities at nSI are based upon a candidate’s qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job and are free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit www.nou-systems.com/workingatnou. U.S. citizenship is required for most positions.