Chief Engineer, Ground Software

Denver, COfull timeOn Site

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$190k–$305k

H1B: no

Trueanomalyinc Chief Engineer to lead technical development and execution of a next-generation missile defense program focusing on ground software. Responsible for defining and owning end-to-end ground segment architecture and ensuring interoperability and scalability.

Responsibilities

Architecture & Systems Leadership
Define and own the end-to-end ground segment architecture for a large-scale heterogenous C2 system including telemetry, alert management, engagement management, decision logic, and payload command/telemetry
Develop and enforce architectural principles for scalability, resiliency, security, and autonomy across the ground ecosystem
Ensure interoperability with third party host satellites, communication systems, and broader battle management
Architect modular frameworks that enable multi-vendor integration and rapid evolution of algorithms, ensuring vendor-agnostic interfaces
Technical Execution
Lead the technical baseline for real-time command and control system, including telemetry ingest, alert monitoring, burn plans, and tactical message relay
Direct the design and implementation of data pipelines, including telemetry ingestion, decision-making algorithms, and mission visualization
Oversee cybersecurity architecture aligned with Risk Management Framework (RMF) and mission assurance standards
Drive integration of simulation, hardware-in-the-loop, and operational prototypes to validate software against high-fidelity raid scenarios
Leadership & Collaboration
Act as the senior technical authority across software teams, guiding principal engineers and system integrators

Qualification

Advanced degree in Computer Science15+ years of experience in large-scaleDeep expertise in distributed systemsExperience with DoD software standardsStrong knowledge of networkingExperience with missile defense systemsTS/SCI clearance

Required

Advanced degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or related field
15+ years of experience in large-scale, mission-critical software systems, with at least 5 years in a chief architect or equivalent role
Proven track record architecting real-time command-and-control (C2) or fire control systems for defense, aerospace, or comparable domains
Deep expertise in distributed systems, autonomy, and real-time decision-making architectures
Experience with DoD software standards, cybersecurity frameworks (RMF, Zero Trust), and mission assurance processes
Strong knowledge of networking, middleware, and high-availability architectures for space and ground systems
Demonstrated success leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams in high-stakes environments
U.S. Citizen and eligible for DoD Secret

Preferred

Experience with missile defense systems, battle management systems, or space-based C2 architectures
Familiarity with hypersonic defense engagement timelines and associated fire control challenges
Hands-on knowledge of AI/ML-enabled autonomy, simulation frameworks, and digital twin architectures
Active security clearance or ability to obtain one
TS/SCI clearance

Benefits

Dental
Vision
401(k)
PTO
Equity/RSU
Parental Leave

Company

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