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# Systems of Systems Architect

- **Company:** Indotronix Avani Group
- **Location:** Reston, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, CompTIA Security+, Distributed Systems, Rhapsody, Zero Trust Network Access, Systems Modeling Language, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, UML, C4ISR, MagicDraw, Togaf, Containerization, Information Technology, DODAF, Microservices
- **Published:** October 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://candidateportal.ceipal.com/job-details/YMc4rYtX8IY2adjZ4dKkpY5IMYhkcOBoXBsYLOr9emc

## About the Role

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field (or equivalent applicable experience).

 - Minimum 10 years in systems engineering, system architecture, or enterprise architecture roles.
 - Proven experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and DoDAF architecture.
 - Strong track record in developing architecture models, artifacts, and interface documentation.
 - Experience integrating multiple systems across mission domains (e.g., space, air, intelligence, C4ISR).
 - Proficiency with SysML, UML, UAF, and related modeling tools.
 - Deep understanding of the systems engineering lifecycle, requirements analysis, and system integration.
 - Excellent communication, collaboration, and technical leadership abilities.
 - Ability to work full-time onsite in a classified environment and maintain active TS/SCI clearance.

[Preferred Skills]

 - Master's degree in a technical field.
 - Direct experience supporting Air Force, DoD, Intelligence Community, or mission-critical systems.
 - Advanced knowledge of SysML modeling tools (Cameo, MagicDraw, Rhapsody).
 - Experience with distributed systems, APIs, microservices, cloud, containerization, or digital engineering.
 - Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, RMF, zero trust).
 - Relevant certifications: INCOSE CSEP/ESEP, TOGAF, SAFe Architect, CISSP, Security+, AWS/Azure Architect.

## Description

Apex Systems is seeking a mission-driven Systems of Systems Architect to join a high-impact Air Force software acquisition program in Reston, VA. In this influential position, you will architect and modernize a large, complex ecosystem of interconnected systems, directly supporting critical national security initiatives. You'll collaborate closely with government stakeholders and multidisciplinary engineering teams in a classified SCIF environment, shaping the future of defense technology., Define, evolve, and document end-to-end systems-of-systems architecture across operational, logical, physical, and data views.

 - Lead interface definition, integration patterns, and data exchange strategies across diverse mission domains.
 - Develop and maintain architecture artifacts using DoDAF and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies.
 - Conduct architecture trade studies, alternatives analyses, and technology assessments to drive modernization.
 - Translate architecture models into actionable engineering recommendations and technical documentation.
 - Ensure mission objectives are traced through requirements, architecture, integration, and implementation.
 - Partner with systems engineers, MBSE modelers, software, and cybersecurity teams for seamless alignment.
 - Create architecture roadmaps, transition plans, and interface documentation supporting capability evolution.
 - Support technical reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR) and participate in architecture review boards.
 - Provide technical leadership to small engineering teams, communicating complex concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
 - Collaborate with government customers and multi-contractor teams within a classified SCIF environment.
 - Participate in agile team scrums and cross-functional program meetings.