> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2696430-systems-architect-engineer-4-29392](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2696430-systems-architect-engineer-4-29392). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Systems Architect Engineer 4 - 29392 - **Company:** HII Mission Technologies - **Location:** Bourne, MA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $124,291.0 - $177,559.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Computer Engineering, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Systems Development Life Cycle, Tensorflow, Sensor Fusion, Software Engineering, Systems Architecture, Pytorch, Information Technology, Machine Learning Operations - **Published:** September 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9138035/systems-architect-engineer-4-29392 ## About the Role * 9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 4 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience. #LI-MH1 * MS or PhD in Computer Engineering, Robotic Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent OR 5+ years of relevant experience * Prior experience with software development * Prior experience with autonomous platforms * Understanding of multiple sensor modalities and underlying physics (e.g., EO, IR, lidar, radar, sonar, acoustics, etc.) * Understanding of detection, classification, and identification phenomonology * Experience training and deploying ML algorithms (python, pytorch, tensorflow) * Experience with estimation, tracking, and fusion algorithms Bonus Points for... * Strong tracking and sensor fusion background * Experience with maritime platforms * Current U.S. SECRET security clearance Physical Requirements May require working in an office, industrial, shipboard, or laboratory environment. Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances. ## Description * Architect and adapt cutting-edge AI/ML algorithms running on the Odyssey perception autonomy stack * Architect real-time tracking and sensor fusion systems * Create interfacing software to autonomously control sensors * Interact with the customers to understand their use cases and requirements * Drive execution of simulation tooling to exercise perception pipelines * Build and optimize AI/ML pipelines on edge hardware * Participate in field testing and rapid hardware iteration What you will be doing... Designs and develops system architectures, and defines key capabilities and performance requirements. Defines total systems design and technology maturity constraints in accordance with mission requirements. Develops system element architecture and design and interface definitions. Defines system implementation approach and operational concept. Develops models and architectural guidelines for current and future system development. ## Related Videos - [Robots 2.0: When artificial intelligence meets steel](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1452-robots-2-0-when-artificial-intelligence-meets-steel) - [Robots are coming into the wild! Full-Stack Robotics Engineers, be ready!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/479-robots-are-coming-into-the-wild-full-stack-robotics-engineers-be-ready) - [Photonic Computing: Programming a New Class of AI Accelerators (incl. Live Coding)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100196-photonic-computing-programming-a-new-class-of-ai-accelerators-incl-live-coding) - [Machine learning in the browser with TensorFlowjs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/155-machine-learning-in-the-browser-with-tensorflowjs) - [Developing an AI.SDK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/198-developing-an-ai-sdk) - [Data: The Deciding Factor in AI Success](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100310-data-the-deciding-factor-in-ai-success) ## Related Articles - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [6 Emerging Technologies We’ll Learn About in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/381-6-emerging-technologies-we-ll-learn-about-in-2025) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers)