Chief Systems Engineer (Flite + Enterprise Engineering Authority (FORGE))

Primary Location: Los Angeles Clearance: TS/SCI (required) Employment Type: Full-time, Contract Support Contingency: This position is contingent upon contract award About ITSC ITSC Secure Solutions is a mission-focused small business committed to delivering superior services and high-quality technical solutions to our government customers. Guided by our core values—Integrity Through Service and Commitment—ITSC places integrity, technical excellence, and customer success at the forefront of everything we do. Our team-oriented culture values expertise, accountability, and continuous improvement while supporting critical national security missions. Position Overview ITSC is seeking a Chief Systems Engineer to serve as the definitive technical authority for all aspects of enterprise engineering supporting the FORGE program and the Missile Warning mission area. This Key Position is responsible for maintaining and driving system architecture, technical baselines, and system performance across development, production, test, and sustainment activities. The Chief Systems Engineer leads a multi‑disciplined engineering team, maintains strong customer and stakeholder relationships, and ensures that engineering decisions align with mission objectives, cost, schedule, and performance requirements. Impact of the Role The Chief Systems Engineer directly shapes the technical direction, architectural integrity, and long‑term sustainment of the FORGE enterprise. This role ensures consistent engineering discipline, horizontal integration of best practices across Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), and alignment with government Systems Engineering Integration Team (SEIT) guidance—enabling mission readiness, modernization, and operational resilience. Key Responsibilities · Serve as the definitive technical authority for enterprise engineering, architecture, and system performance · Lead and manage a multi‑disciplined engineering team across the FORGE enterprise · Drive and maintain system architecture, technical baselines, and performance standards · Support coordination of Missile Warning system‑level requirements development · Oversee hardware and software design, integration, verification, and validation (V&V) activities · Act as a key stakeholder in major engineering reviews, readiness reviews, and configuration control boards · In coordination with the SEIT Lead, ensure adherence to sound engineering processes across development, production, test, and sustainment · Maintain cognizance over technical activities within FORGE IPTs · Ensure horizontal integration of best engineering practices across the FORGE enterprise · Continually coordinate with government SEIT teams to ensure consistent technical baselines Required Knowledge & Technical Expertise · Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) · Agile / Scrum methodologies · DevSecOps · Application Programming Interfaces (API) · Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) · Command and Control (C2) Systems · FORGE · GPS OCX · SBIRS / OPIR · Ballistic Missile Defense System (BMDS) · ITW/AA Enterprise · Defense Support Program (DSP) · GPS Satellites · Modeling & Simulation · Test Planning & Execution · System modernization and prototype testing & integration · Independent program assessments · Technology development strategy · SPRDE (Systems Planning, Research, Development & Engineering) · DoD Systems Engineering Policy Qualifications · Minimum of 20 years of relevant experience supporting complex DoD, Missile Warning, or space systems · Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or a related technical discipline · Demonstrated experience serving as a Chief Systems Engineer / Chief Engineer or enterprise technical authority · Proven leadership of large, multi‑disciplinary engineering teams · Experience coordinating with government SEIT organizations · Active TS/SCI clearance Compensation Salary Range: $170,000.00 - $200,000.00 Salary is commensurate with experience, qualifications, and contract requirements Benefits ITSC offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well‑being, professional growth, and work‑life balance of our employees. Benefits may include: Competitive compensation packages · Medical, dental, and vision insurance options · Supplemental insurance plans, including: o Accident Insurance o Hospital Indemnity Insurance o Critical Illness Insurance o TRICARE Supplemental Plans (for eligible participants) · Paid time off and company holidays · 401(k) retirement plan options · Professional development and training opportunities · Supportive, mission‑focused team environment Why ITSC At ITSC, you will have the opportunity to work alongside highly skilled professionals supporting critical national defense missions. We foster a collaborative environment where expertise is valued, innovation is encouraged, and every team member plays a role in delivering mission success. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) ITSC Secure Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. ITSC is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment and to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. Pay: $170,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): This position is a designated Key Position and is contingent upon contract award, with required on‑site support in Los Angeles. Are you willing to accept employment under these conditions? Do you have at least 20 years of experience serving as a senior or chief systems engineer for complex DoD, Missile Warning, or space systems? Have you served as the definitive technical authority for enterprise system architecture, system performance, and technical baselines across development, test, and sustainment? Do you have experience coordinating with Government SEIT teams and leading horizontal integration of engineering best practices across multiple IPTs? Location: Los Angeles AFB, CA (Required) Security clearance: Top Secret (Required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Los Angeles AFB, CA