Key Facts

Remote From:

Austria

Category: System Engineer

Full time

Senior (5-10 years)

English

Hard Skills

TypeScript Systems Engineering Event-Driven Programming Distributed Computing Technical Design Apache Kafka Microservices Systems Integration Kubernetes Amazon Web Services +4 more

Roles & Responsibilities

Active TS/SCI security clearance
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or related field
10+ years of experience in systems engineering or related technical roles
Experience supporting software-centric systems or distributed architectures

Requirements:

Lead systems engineering efforts across complex software-driven platforms
Translate mission requirements into technical system architectures
Support development of distributed systems and data pipelines
Work closely with software engineers implementing systems using technologies such as Kafka, containerized services, and cloud infrastructure

Come work with us.

About Come work with us.

AstroNetix is a veteran-owned company focused on bringing operational expertise into defense and mission systems earlier, before gaps become expensive. We support programs across Space, ISR, C2, cyber, training, and multi-domain operations by helping bridge the disconnect between operational users, technical teams, and program execution. Our team includes former military operators, mission planners, program leaders, and technical specialists who have supported some of the most demanding defense and national security environments. We understand how systems are actually used in the field, not just how they are designed on paper. AstroNetix embeds directly with government teams, primes, and mission partners to support operational integration, mission-focused modernization, training development, and program execution. From early operational concepts and architecture alignment to workflow refinement and mission readiness, we help programs move faster with greater operational relevance. We believe the best solutions are built with operator insight applied early. That philosophy drives everything we do.

Founded: 2018

Company size: 11 - 50

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Job description

Remote | United States

TS/SCI Clearance Required

Overview

AstroNetix is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to support advanced mission systems supporting national security and space operations. This role sits at the intersection of systems engineering, distributed software architectures, and operational mission platforms, helping bridge engineering teams with mission operators.

The ideal candidate understands modern software-driven systems, including event streaming architectures, microservices, and high-throughput data environments, and can translate operational needs into scalable system solutions.

This is a remote position supporting mission-focused engineering efforts across multiple government programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead systems engineering efforts across complex software-driven platforms
• Translate mission requirements into technical system architectures
• Support development of distributed systems and data pipelines
• Work closely with software engineers implementing systems using technologies such as Kafka, containerized services, and cloud infrastructure
• Define and manage system interfaces, data flows, and integration points
• Conduct system design reviews, architecture evaluations, and trade studies
• Support integration of mission systems across multiple operational domains
• Develop technical documentation, including CONOPS, system architecture diagrams, and interface definitions
• Collaborate with program leadership and engineering teams to ensure mission requirements are met

Required Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI security clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or related field
• 10+ years of experience in systems engineering or related technical roles
• Experience supporting software-centric systems or distributed architectures
• Understanding of event-driven architectures and streaming platforms (Kafka or similar)
• Experience working with microservices, APIs, or cloud-based systems
• Ability to translate operational needs into technical architecture solutions
• Strong experience supporting system integration and testing

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with Apache Kafka or similar event streaming platforms
• Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GovCloud)
• Experience supporting DoD, IC, or space mission systems
• Background supporting command and control, ISR, or space operations
• Experience with Agile or DevSecOps development environments

Why AstroNetix

AstroNetix is a mission-first engineering company founded by operators and engineers supporting national security missions. Our team focuses on delivering practical operational capability, not just engineering theory.

We work directly with mission teams solving complex challenges across space operations, command and control, ISR systems, and advanced mission platforms.