Systems Architect

Minimum Clearance Required

Responsibilities

I2X Technologies is a reputable technology services company to the Federal Government.  Whether the focus is on space exploration, national security, cyber security, or cutting-edge engineering applications, I2X is ready to offer you the chance to make a real-world impact in your field and for your country.  We provide long-term growth and development. Headquartered in Colorado, I2X is engaged in programs across the country and in more than 20 states.  Our programs support multiple Federal agencies, the Department of Defense and often focused on the space initiatives of our government customers.

I2X Technologies is seeking a Systems Architect to support ongoing activities for a customer in Colorado Springs, CO or Hunstville, AL. This position will be on-site and will require an active Secret Clearance. 

• Be part of an integrated architecture & systems engineering team, on a multi-company teammate program, tasked with defining the operational, physical, functional, and technical architecture necessary to describe the vision and desired capabilities of an evolving program effort
• Architecting systems in an environment that leverages existing or COTS/GOTS components with DoD interoperability in mind
• Analyzing high level needs and through a structured and logical approach refining the need into an integrated set of hardware and software
• Identifying and defining desired system capabilities
  • communicating the desired capabilities to a diverse group of developers, engineers, subject matter experts, and users
  • generating architecture artifacts to document and control the achievement of the desired capabilities
• Designing and developing new systems, and integrating existing systems
• Communicating and interacting with the customer and related system programs, including presenting technical approaches and findings in written and oral form
• Leading portions of these activities
• Designs, develops and oversees system architectures, including complex systems and systems design activities
• Serves as focal point for the development and communication of the system architecture
• Ensures conversion of mission requirements into total systems solutions that account for design and technology maturity constraints of the system
• Develops systems and system element architecture, design, and interface definition
• Supports internal and external design reviews
• Maintains knowledge of current and developing technologies and design and analysis methodologies
• Develops models and architectural guidelines for current and future system development

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 9 years of professional experience; or 7 years of professional experience with a related Masters degree. Considered an emerging authority.
• Active Secret clearance
• Microsoft Office Products, Agile methodolgies, Linux/Windows, DOORS
• Possess an understanding of DoD, mission, and common system test and data analysis techniques
• Candidate should possess the ability to be part of an integrated team tasked with defining the operational, physical, functional, and technical architecture necessary to describe the vision and desired capabilities of an evolving program effort
• Skills required include:
  • architecting systems in an environment that leverages existing or COTS/GOTS components with DoD interoperability in mind
  • identification of desired capabilities, definition of desired capabilities
  • communicating the desired capabilities to a diverse group of developers, engineers, subject matter experts, and users
  • generating architecture artifacts to document and control the achievement of the desired capabilities
• Experience developing system engineering artifacts (e.g. Specifications, Interface Control Documents, Use Cases, System Architecture Descriptions, Trade Studies, etc.)
• Familiarity with the application and use of systems engineering tools for requirements management and Object Oriented requirements definition (e.g. DOORS) 
• Must have experience working in an integrated team environment with other systems, software and specialty engineers to develop solutions
• Skills required include:
  • engineering leadership, identification and definition of desired capabilities
  • fielding of new capabilities
  • system-of-system definition
  • integration practices and methods
  • communicating the desired capabilities to a diverse group of developers, engineers, subject matter experts, and users
• Must possess the ability to exploit that architecture background to assist in the definition of system capabilities and development of architecture artifacts
• Ability to analyze high level needs and through a structured and logical approach, refine the need into an integrated set of hardware and software
• Ability to lead portions of the activity
• Excellent communications skills desired (written and oral)
  • Able to communicate effectively and clearly present technical approaches and findings
  • Ability to communicate and interact with the customer and related system programs is essential
• Desired skills Certified architect, or equivalent skill level

Essential Requirements:

US Citizenship is required.

I2X Technologies is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected Veteran status, or disability status.

In compliance with Colorado’s Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the annual base salary range for this position is listed . Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. I2X Technologies considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will regularly sit, walk, stand and climb stairs and steps. May require walking long distance from parking to work station. Occasionally, movement that requires twisting at the neck and/or trunk more than the average person, squatting/ stooping/kneeling, reaching above the head, and forward motion will be required. The employee will continuously be required to repeat the same hand, arm, or finger motion many times. Manual and finger dexterity are essential to this position. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, depth perception and telling differences among colors. The employee must be able to communicate through speech with clients and public. Hearing requirements include conversation in both quiet and noisy environments. Lifting may require floor to waist, waist to shoulder, or shoulder to overhead movement of up to 20 pounds. This position demands tolerance for various levels of mental stress.

I2X Technologies is an Engineering and Information Technology Company focused on providing Services to the Federal and State Government. I2X offers a competitive compensation program and comprehensive benefits package to our employees.