Senior Navy Systems Architect

Ignite Digital Services

Senior Navy Systems Architect supporting U.S. federal government engagements, focusing on Navy shipboard systems and modernization efforts.

Posted 6/30/2026full-timeRemote • South Carolina, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $175,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the technical strategy development for modernization of system architectures for Navy platforms, ship classes, and fleet-level initiatives.
Evaluate alignment of technical solutions with Navy modernization roadmaps, including fleet recapitalization strategies and planned capability insertions.
Serve as a subject-matter expert on Navy system-of-systems integration and interoperability across platforms and warfare areas.
Support engineering trade studies, requirements development, technical baselines, and risk assessments.
Interface with Navy program offices, warfare centers, PAEs, systems commands, and operational users to validate requirements and ensure architectural compliance.
Provide authoritative input on emerging technologies, digital engineering approaches, and system modernization pathways.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active DoD Top Secret Clearance.
10+ years of experience supporting the U.S. Navy in a technical, engineering, systems architecture, or communications-centric role.
Must meet all DoD and Navy requirements for access to classified systems, networks, and facilities.
Deep understanding of Navy shipboard systems, including:
o Communications suites (RF systems, SATCOM, data links, C4I networks)
o Combat systems and sensors
o Platform systems integration
Demonstrated expertise with U.S. Navy systems modernization processes, strategies, and roadmaps (e.g., CANES, ADNS, CEC, NIFC-CA, AEGIS modernization, Shipyard availabilities).
Demonstrated expertise on system integration and upgrade requirements at shipyards and while underway.
Proven ability to design, assess, and communicate complex system architectures across engineering and operational stakeholders.
Strong understanding of Navy acquisition processes, fleet operational employment, and system-of-systems engineering.
Excellent technical writing and briefing skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay and benefits, including PTO
Education stipends and referral bonuses
Compelling work with the U.S. federal government
Strong emphasis on volunteer and community engagement
Opportunity to shape the future of our industry
Supportive colleagues and management who invest in your growth

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Hard Skills & Tools

Systems ArchitectureTechnical Strategy DevelopmentRequirements DevelopmentRisk AssessmentsSystem Modernization ProcessesSystem-of-Systems EngineeringTechnical BaselinesEmerging Technologies EvaluationDigital Engineering ApproachesComplex System Design

Soft Skills

Technical WritingBriefing SkillsCommunication Skills