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Principal SIGINT Ground Systems Engineer
The Mitre Corporation
Chantilly, VA
The MITRE National Space Program is looking for a Principal SIGINT Ground Systems Engineer who wants to drive innovative solutions, thought leadership, and evidence-based recommendations so…
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Senior Principal AI/ML Engineer
SRC, INC.
Fairborn, OH
SRC, Inc. is currently seeking a Senior Principal AI/ML Engineer to steward the vision, direction, and execution of SRC's external and internal research and development portfolio. This role…
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Senior Principal AI/ML Engineer
SRC, INC.
Fairborn, OH
Senior Principal AI/ML Engineer to steward the vision, direction, and execution of SRC's external and internal research and development portfolio. This role sits at the nexus of technology…
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Principal Space Systems Engineer - Space-based Nuclear Detonation Detection (R&D Engineer 4)
Los Alamos National Laboratory
Los Alamos, NM
…join our diverse and collaborative team in the role of Senior/Principal Space Systems Engineer. As a member of the Space Systems Assurance & Implementation Group (ISR-7), your role will be…
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Senior/Principal R&D Microwave & Sensor Engineer - Radar ISR Mission Engineering, Onsite
Sandia National Laboratories
Albuquerque, NM
The Radar ISR Mission Engineering Department (5349) develops and fields high-performance radar systems and associated technologies supporting Nuclear Weapons (NW), National Security…
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Systems Engineer (Evergreen)
Odyssey Systems Consulting Group, Ltd.
Dayton, OH
Familiarity with engineering tools, modeling, and simulation environments
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Sr Principal Modeling & Sim Systems Engineer - AISR&T Contingent
Northrop Grumman
San Diego
Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Senior Principal Modeling & Simulation (M&S) Systems Engineer to support the AISR&T program in Rancho Bernardo, CA. In this role,…
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Level 2/3 Modeling & Sim Systems Engineer - AISR&T Contingent
Northrop Grumman
San Diego
Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Level 2 or Level 3 Modeling & Simulation (M&S) Systems Engineer to support the AISR&T program in Rancho Bernardo, CA. In this role,…
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Radar Signal Processing Engineer
Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory
Laurel, MD
- $100,000 USD / year
…strategies for next-generation radar systems. Your work will use modeling and simulation (M&S) environments and will frequently be applied to APL prototype systems - such as…
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PRINCIPAL ANTENNA ENGINEER
SI2 Technologies INC
Billerica, MA
The Product and Innovation Center is looking for a Principal Antenna Engineer who can significantly contribute to growth of our existing sensor, communication and ISR systems. To be…
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Principal Electrical Engineer
Infinite Electronics International, Inc.
Remote, United States
In this role, the Principal Engineer leads the design, simulation, validation, and documentation of diode-based surge protection systems for power, data, and RF applications. The position…
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Sr Principal Modeling & Sim Systems Engineer - AISR&T Contingent
CORP-Corporate Office
United States
Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Senior Principal Modeling & Simulation (M&S) Systems Engineer to support the AISR&T program in Rancho Bernardo, CA. In this role,…
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Level 2/3 Modeling & Sim Systems Engineer - AISR&T Contingent
CORP-Corporate Office
United States
Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Level 2 or Level 3 Modeling & Simulation (M&S) Systems Engineer to support the AISR&T program in Rancho Bernardo, CA. In this role,…
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Principal Systems Engineer
Sierra Nevada Corporation
Plano, TX
…world united and sustain our way of living. Join our team! As a Principal Systems Engineer, you will demonstrate mastery in requirements engineering, systems integration, Verification &…
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Principal Aerospace Engineer
Sierra Nevada Corporation
Lone Tree, CO
Do you love bringing "out-there" ideas to life? We are innovators on a mission to unite, explore and inspire. As a Principal Aerospace Engineer, you will be a leading expert and visionary…
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Principal Systems Engineer
Sierra Nevada Corporation
Plano, TX · Dayton, OH
…world united and sustain our way of living. Join our team! As a Principal Systems Engineer, you will demonstrate mastery in requirements engineering, systems integration, Verification &…
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Principal Systems Engineer - SIL
Sierra Nevada Corporation
Dayton, OH
Expert proficiency with Systems modeling and simulation tools.
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Principal Stability and Control Engineer
Sierra Nevada Corporation
Plano, TX · Wichita, KS
Do you love bringing "out-there" ideas to life? We are innovators on a mission to unite, explore and inspire. As a Principal Aerospace Engineer, you will be a leading expert and visionary…
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Principal Engineer / Scientist
BryceTech
Kirtland Air Force Base, NM
- $150,000 to $190,000 USD / year
The Principal Engineer/Scientist will apply deep technical expertise and demonstrated professional standing within their area of specialization to evaluate technology portfolios, conduct…
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Principal Firmware Engineer - Power Conversion Control
Proper Voltage
Carlsbad, CA
…discrete-time compensator, implement it within a sub-microsecond ISR budget with correct fixed-point scaling and correct ADC-to-PWM trigger phasing, then measure the resulting loop gain on…
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Senior Principal FPGA Engineer
Cubic Secure Communications, LLC
San Diego, CA
Job Title: Senior Principal FPGA Engineer USA
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Principal Investigator for Undersea Systems
STR
Woburn, MA
Experience with modeling, simulation, or analytical tools to set and assess performance expectations for UUVs or sensor systems
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Chief Engineer, Autonomy - Space Domain (R5150)
Shield AI
Washington, DC · Dallas, TX · San Diego, CA
- $210,880 to $316,320 USD / year
Define and execute a verification and validation strategy that combines modeling and simulation, digital engineering, software-in-the-loop, hardware-in-the-loop, payload/ground integration,…
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Principal Radar Engineer, Space
Anduril Industries
Costa Mesa, CA · Waltham, MA
Anduril is hiring a Principal Radar Engineer to architect and deliver next-generation space-based radar systems that will redefine orbital ISR and tactical sensing. We're building…
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ISR Principal Modeling/Simulation Engineer
SAIC
Chantilly, VA
…Reconnaissance and Targeting (ISRT) Division with expertise in ISR systems/processes and modeling and simulation (M&S). Efforts include (but not limited to): Developing space-based ISR…

BryceTech

Principal Engineer / Scientist

Kirtland Air Force Base, NM, United States

$150,000 to $190,000 USD / year

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Pay: $150,000 to $190,000 USD / year
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 8, 2026

Original job description

Company Description BryceTech is a trusted leader in complex technology domains, delivering data-driven solutions in aerospace, biosecurity, and defense. We specialize in systems engineering, advanced analytics, R&D programs, and strategic advisory support. Our clients – including NASA, DoD, HHS, DHS, and other civil and national security agencies – rely on us to drive mission success and accelerate innovation.

BryceTech has been recognized in the Washington Technology Fast 50 ranking of top high-growth small businesses for five consecutive years and received a GovCon Contractor of the Year Award in 2025, underscoring our strong growth, competitive positioning, and excellence in federal contracting. With a proven track record of winning sought-after contracts, scaling high-performance teams, and executing on critical government missions, BryceTech presents a compelling opportunity for strategic partnerships in the GovCon space.

Job Description

BryceTech is seeking a highly experienced Principal Engineer/Scientist to provide scientific, engineering, and technical strategic advisory support to the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) under the Joint Use Professional Insight, Technology, Engineering, & Research (JUPITER) program. This individual will provide senior-level technical expertise and independent insight to support AFRL leadership in the assessment, planning, development, integration, and transition of advanced technologies and research programs. The Principal Engineer/Scientist will apply deep technical expertise and demonstrated professional standing within their area of specialization to evaluate technology portfolios, conduct technical assessments and trade studies, advise on research and development priorities, and provide recommendations to senior AFRL leadership. The position may support areas including space warfare, information and spectrum warfare, space communications, positioning, navigation and timing, space cyber, ISR, space domain awareness, modeling and simulation, high-power electromagnetics, laser systems, electro-optics, and related advanced technologies.

Responsibilities

Provide senior-level scientific, engineering, and technical advisory support to AFRL leadership
Conduct strategic technology planning and provide recommendations concerning current and future research and development investments
Evaluate the status, technical merit, feasibility, and potential impact of ongoing and proposed technology programs
Conduct technical studies, analyses, evaluations, assessments, and trade studies
Perform systems engineering analyses and architecture assessments for advanced technology programs
Provide independent technical assessments and recommendations regarding technology development, maturation, transition, and implementation
Assess emerging technologies and identify opportunities to address future warfighter capability requirements
Support technology portfolio reviews and recommend redirection of existing programs or establishment of new programs
Analyze technology development strategies, acquisition approaches, and transition pathways
Prepare and deliver technical briefings, reports, papers, presentations, and other materials for AFRL leadership and other senior government stakeholders
Participate in technical review boards, Scientific Advisory Boards, working groups, committees, and other technical forums
Provide technical organization, execution, and feedback support for AFRL meetings, reviews, and advisory activities
Collaborate with government, industry, academia, federally funded research and development centers, and other research organizations to advance technology development and transition
Apply recognized expertise and professional judgment to complex technical problems where solutions require significant innovation and independent analysis
Maintain current knowledge of relevant scientific and engineering developments, emerging technologies, and advancements within the applicable technical community
Communicate complex technical concepts and recommendations clearly to both technical and senior executive audiences

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Active DoD Top Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility (TS/SCI)
Doctoral degree in engineering or science with at least 12 years of relevant experience, or a master's degree in engineering or science with at least 14 years of relevant experience, or a bachelor's degree in engineering or science with at least 20 years of relevant experience
Demonstrated experience with space or information/spectrum warfare systems and/or technologies
Demonstrated expertise in a relevant scientific or engineering discipline applicable to AFRL's research and development mission
Demonstrated professional standing and recognized expertise within the applicable technical community
Ability to provide independent technical advice, analysis, and recommendations to senior government leadership
Experience supporting advanced research and development, technology planning, technology assessment, or related technical activities

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting the Air Force Research Laboratory, Department of the Air Force, U.S. Space Force, DARPA, or other DoD science and technology organizations
Experience in one or more of the following areas:
Space systems and space warfare
Space communications
Positioning, navigation, and timing
Space cyber
Intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance
Space domain awareness
Modeling and simulation
Information warfare
Spectrum warfare
High-power electromagnetics
Laser systems
Electro-optics
Experience with DoD science and technology planning and investment processes
Experience with technology transition from research and development into operational capabilities
Experience supporting senior military, government, or industry leadership
Experience developing and presenting technical recommendations to executive-level audiences
Experience working across government, industry, academia, and research institutions
Published research, patents, professional awards, technical leadership, or other evidence of recognized standing in the relevant technical community

Additional Information Position is contingent upon contract award. BryceTech offers a full range of benefits, including competitive salary, a comprehensive health plan including dental and vision coverage, company-paid life & disability insurance policies, 401(k) plan with company match, and an educational reimbursement program. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.