Signals Intelligence Systems Architect
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Job Location:
San Jose, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
08-11-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
SIGINT Systems Architect Aerospace & Defense U.S. Citizenship Required
Location: San Jose CA (On-site Hybrid or Remote Options Available)
Employment Type: Full-time Direct Hire
Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Intelligence
Clearance: Active or Eligible for TS/SCI
Partner: Northwest Talent Solutions (NWTS) is partnering with our client to fill this confidential search.
About the Opportunity:
Join a world-class defense innovator shaping the future of Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) and RF system design for national security. Were seeking a SIGINT Systems Architect a technical visionary and hands-on leader to define next-generation architectures across SATCOM COMINT Direction Finding (DF) and Electronic Warfare (EW) systems.
If you thrive in environments where innovation meets impact and want to be part of a mission-driven team working on technologies that are often top-secret this is your moment.
What Youll Do:
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Architect and lead complex RF and signal processing systems for domestic and international SIGINT markets.
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Define and document CONOPS system architectures requirements and test/validation plans.
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Conduct trade studies to evaluate emerging technologies supporting SIGINT COMINT DF and EW solutions.
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Drive end-to-end system development from concept through delivery ensuring mission readiness and technical excellence.
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Partner with Intelligence Community (IC) and DoD customers to align capabilities investments and long-term strategy.
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Lead cross-functional teams to deliver solutions that exceed performance cost and schedule expectations.
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Represent system offerings to global customers through technical briefings and white papers.
What You Bring:
Bachelors degree in systems engineering Electrical Engineering or related field (Masters preferred).
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10 years of experience in SIGINT COMINT DF or EW systems.
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Deep technical expertise in RF signal processing SATCOM analysis and communications signal characterization.
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Proven leadership across full systems development lifecycle architecture design integration and validation.
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Experience with Agile methodologies and fast-paced engineering environments.
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Ability to obtain or maintain a Top Secret / SCI clearance.
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Excellent presentation negotiation and client engagement skills including the ability to brief senior intelligence leaders.
Preferred Experience:
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Master of Science in Electrical or Systems Engineering (MSEE preferred).
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Familiarity with L C and K spectrum communications and modern RF component selection.
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Strong understanding of the global SIGINT and EW marketplace including key IC and DoD stakeholders.
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Ability to lead teams and projects autonomously with strategic and tactical insight.
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Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 20%.
Why Join:
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Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance available.
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Flexible work options on-site hybrid or remote depending on project requirements.
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9/80 schedule with every other Friday off.
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Access to cutting-edge technologies and classified programs that directly support U.S. and allied missions.
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Comprehensive benefits including 401(k) match flex PTO paid parental leave and elite professional development programs.
About NWTS:
Northwest Talent Solutions (NWTS) is a boutique talent acquisition firm specializing in cleared and high-impact technical hires across Aerospace Defense and Advanced Technology sectors. We partner with mission-driven organizations to deliver elite engineering and leadership talent efficiently discreetly and intelligently.
How to Apply:
Ready to architect the future of national intelligence systems
Apply today or connect directly with the NWTS recruiting team for confidential consideration.
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Key Skills
- All-Source Intelligence
- Military Intelligence
- GIS
- ICD Coding
- Intelligence Experience
- Military Experience
- Analysis Skills
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Joint Operations
- Intelligence Analysis
- Leadership Experience
- Writing Skills
