Top Secret Chief Systems Engineer

Post Date

Aug 14, 2025

Location

Huntsville,
Alabama

ZIP/Postal Code

35808
US
Oct 22, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Perm

Category

Software Engineering

Req #

BAL-798064

Pay Rate

$200k - $250k (estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is searching for an experienced High Energy Laser (HEL) Systems Engineer to support the development and deployment of next-generation directed energy solutions with a client supporting the DOD. The Chief Engineer will: Design, develop, and integrate high energy laser systems and subsystems.
Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams including optics, electrical, mechanical, and software engineering.
Develop and maintain system-level requirements, interface documents, design specifications, and test plans.
Support technical reviews and provide clear communication to internal teams, partners, and government stakeholders.
Identify, track, and mitigate technical risks across the program lifecycle.
Contribute to test planning, system validation, and data analysis from lab and field events.
Mentor junior engineers and support knowledge sharing within the technical team.
Stay current with trends and advancements in HEL, directed energy, and related defense technologies.
Support proposal efforts and technical solution development for new business pursuits.

We are a company committed to creating inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment opportunities without regard to race, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources Request Form. The EEOC "Know Your Rights" Poster is available here.

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Required Skills & Experience

Top Secret Clearance
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Physics, or a related field
10+ years of experience in laser system design, development, and integration.
Strong background in laser physics, optical engineering, and systems engineering principles.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Masters or Ph.D
Familiarity with military standards, test protocols, and system qualification processes.
Proficiency in optical modeling and simulation tools (e.g., Zemax, FRED, Code V).

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.