Intelligence Systems Engineer

Overview

Position Title: Intelligence Systems Engineer

Location: Aberdeen, MD; Onsite/Hybrid 

Reports To: Program Manager / Designee

Job Type: Full-time

Clearance Requirement: Active Secret clearance with eligibility for upgrade to TS/SCI (U.S. Citizenship required)

About Lufco & Our Mission:

At Lufco, we are driven by a singular mission: to protect our nation by empowering national security initiatives with ground-breaking solutions. We partner with high-impact programs to deliver advanced engineering, cybersecurity, signal intelligence (SIGINT), and data science capabilities directly to the edge. When you join Lufco, you aren't just taking a job; you are stepping into a supportive, collaborative crew of top-tier engineers and leaders who are passionate about defending the future.

Summary:

The Intelligence Systems Engineer (ESY3) drives interoperability engineering across Army communications suites, Intel Enablers, and Army Global Data Fabric (AGDF) cloud/on-prem services. This position integrates multi-bearer communications (CDL, Link-16, IBS, GBS, A-PNT) into the Army Integrated Tactical Network.

Key Responsibilities:

• Tactical Communications Systems Engineering:
  • Perform systems engineering, installation design, and software integration for Army comms suites into Army Integrated Tactical Network baselines.
  • Ensure Five Eyes (FVEY) coalition interoperability across tactical transport layers.
• Interoperability & Data Fabric Integration:
  • Design interoperability frameworks allowing IS&A products to interface with enterprise C5ISR systems.
  • Support AGDF enterprise transition and integration, building interfaces for current and projected intelligence systems (CDRL D1/D7).
• Configuration Reconciliation:
  • Reconcile DoDAF OV-1s, System Design Documents (SDDs), and Interface Control Documents (ICDs) in Teamcenter/SAP against as-is Army comms suites baselines.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, or related discipline.
  • 4+ years of systems engineering experience in lieu of a degree.

Experience:

• 5+ years of systems engineering experience with tactical C5ISR, SATCOM, or intelligence data networks.
• Direct experience with Army comms suites, Link-16, IBS, A-PNT, or AGDF/GWS platforms is highly desirable.

Skills:

• Technical: Interoperability standards (MOSA/CMOSS), ICD analysis, Teamcenter/SAP, network protocol analysis, C5ISR integration.
• Soft Skills: Cross-team collaboration, clear technical documentation, analytical problem-solving.

Physical Requirements: 

• Ability to travel as required.
• Standard office environment with occasional requirements to visit client sites, labs, or field environments.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work: Contribute to critical national security initiatives and make a real difference in protecting our nation.
• Cutting-Edge Technology: Work with the latest advancements in SIGINT and related fields.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development, training, and advancement within a growing company.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a team of highly skilled and supportive engineers who are passionate about their work.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive salary, generous PTO, health/dental/vision insurance, 401K matching, tuition reimbursement.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive Pay: Salaries depend on labor category, years of experience, education, skills relevant to the position, and type of contract.
• Benefits: Including Paid Time Off; 401K Contribution and Employer Match Contributions; and Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage.
• For the full list of Lufco Benefits, visit our website: https://www.lufburrow.com/careers

Position availability can vary due to dynamic, evolving contract needs. This job posting being active does not guarantee an immediately available position matching its description. This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and qualifications for this position. It is not an exhaustive list and may be subject to change based on the needs of the company.

Lufco provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

Lufco Employees: This position qualifies for up to a Blue Award level referral bonus.  For more information, visit the Employee Portal.