Sr. Computer/Systems Engineer

Location: Crane, IN -300 Highway 361, Crane, IN 47522 Arcfield is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Computer Engineer III to join our team and contribute to the development of advanced hardware and software solutions for mission systems within NSWC Crane’s dynamic digital engineering portfolio. In this senior-level role, you will lead efforts in architecting, developing, integrating, and testing cutting-edge systems in embedded processing, networked computing, and edge analytics. Your expertise will ensure our designs meet the highest standards for performance, reliability, cybersecurity, and manufacturability, from initial concept through full production deployment. Collaborating with systems engineering, manufacturing, logistics, and government IPT leads, you will play a key role in advancing prototypes, supervising build-and-install activities, and driving continuous improvements across platforms and laboratories. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on next-generation technologies while working in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.

Do you have experience in Technical writing?, Do you have a Bachelor’s degree?, BS 8-10 years, MS 6-8 years or PhD 3-5 years experience in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Network Engineering or equivalent.

• Demonstrated leadership designing and fielding complex computer hardware/software systems for DoD platforms, .
• Strong background in full-lifecycle digital engineering, including model-based design, rapid prototyping, hardware-in-the-loop testing, and configuration management.
• Hands-on proficiency with modern programming languages (C/C++, Python, Java) and HDL/tool flows for FPGA or ASIC development, plus experience integrating COTS single-board computers and networking hardware.
• Prior success coordinating manufacturing, installation, and sustainment activities with multi-company teams, ensuring interface compliance and producibility.
• Requirements
• Deep knowledge of computer architecture, embedded processing, interface protocols, and operating systems relevant to Navy/DoD mission computing.
• Proven ability to translate system requirements into robust hardware/ software implementations, conduct trade studies, and manage risk across performance, schedule, and cost constraints.
• Experience supervising manufacturing or installation of computer systems and conducting formal verification/validation with government stakeholders.
• Familiarity with secure development practices, cybersecurity compliance (RMF/DoD guidelines), and documentation required for Navy accreditation packages.
• Excellent communication skills for leading design reviews, writing technical documentation, and briefing senior government leadership.
• Must possess and maintain a minimum of a US SECRET clearance

Desired (Optional):

• NSWC Crane mission area experience (EW, sensors, weapons, or expeditionary systems)
• DOW or military experience
• Additional programming experience - C/C++, Rust, BASH and SQL

3.43.4 out of 5 stars Indiana Remote $102,516.20 - $178,255.78 a year - Full-time, Pulled from the full job description

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Paid holidays, Equal Pay Act: This is the projected compensation range for this position. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, Arcfield invests in its employees beyond just compensation. Arcfield ‘s benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Short Term and Long-Term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections. Min: $102,516.20 Max: $178,255.78 EEO Statement