Sr. System Engineer

Innovative Signal Analysis (ISA) is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join our team in Richardson, TX or Aurora, CO.

ISA is a leading provider of real-time signal and image processing systems for government customers.

We specialize in high-performance distributed signal processing solutions, working across the full lifecycle—from concept design through development, integration, deployment, and operations & maintenance of mission-critical systems.

As a Senior Systems Engineer and Capability Owner for RF Collection Processing, you will play a pivotal leadership role in the design, development, and delivery of advanced RF signal collection and processing capabilities.

You will provide technical direction alongside the Program Software Architect and Chief Engineer, while acting as a key company representative to external customers, partners, and stakeholders.

This senior-level position involves both deep technical contributions and program-level oversight, including progress monitoring, resource forecasting, proposal support, and ensuring alignment between technical execution and mission objectives.

• Capability Ownership: Serve as primary technical authority for RF collection processing systems; define and evolve roadmaps, architectures, and technical baselines.
• Full Lifecycle Systems Engineering: Lead systems engineering for high-performance distributed signal processing systems, covering requirements, design (on-prem/cloud/hybrid), technical documentation (CONOPs, ICDs, test plans, architecture diagrams, sustainment guides), reviews, trade studies, implementation, IV&T, installation, and O&M.
• Technical Leadership: Partner with the Program Software Architect and Chief Engineer to provide direction and resolve issues in real-time signal processing and high-performance computing.
• Program Oversight & Reporting: Track development progress, completion vs. spend rates, and manpower; deliver status to program leadership.
• Customer Representation & Liaison: Act as company representative to external organizations and customers; bridge communication between customers, engineering teams, and leadership.