Systems Engineering Integration & Test Lead, Public Sector
Scale AI · Washington, DC
About this role
## Systems Engineering Integration & Test (SEIT) Lead, Public Sector We are looking for a **Systems Engineering, Integration & Test (SEIT) Lead** to own the technical execution of software demonstrations for **classified government customers**. You will turn customer mission needs into **demo-ready capability**—defining requirements and architecture, running integration and test, and delivering demonstrations on tight timelines in secure environments. You will serve as the **technical bridge** between program management, software development, and the customer—ensuring what we show **works** and is **traceable** to what the customer needs. ### What you will do - Lead multiple software demo efforts, from concept through customer demonstration and after-action reporting - Translate customer mission needs, **CONOPS**, and use cases into system requirements, demo objectives, and success criteria - Partner with the **Chief Engineer** and **Chief Architect** to own system architecture and **ICDs**, coordinating across software, data, and third-party/GFE components - Build and run integration and test plans, test procedures, and **verification matrices (RVTM)** - Plan and run demo events: environment setup, dry runs, rehearsals, go/no-go reviews, and on-site support - Partner with infrastructure and engineering teams to maintain integration and test environments on **classified networks** and in **SCIFs**, working with security and IT on accreditation needs - Lead technical reviews (system requirements reviews, test readiness reviews) and present to customer stakeholders at the right technical depth - Manage technical risk, configuration baselines, and change control across fast-moving development cycles for critical demonstrations ### Must haves - **Active TS/SCI clearance** - **10+ years** systems engineering experience, including **5+ years** in integration and test of software-intensive systems - **3+ years** in a technical lead role on DoD or IC programs - Hands-on experience delivering software demos/prototypes/rapid capability efforts to government customers - Strong command of requirements management, **V&V**, and interface control - Experience working in classified environments (SCIFs, air-gapped networks, cross-domain constraints) - Comfortable presenting to senior government and military stakeholders - Knowledge of **RMF/ATO** processes ### Compensation (Washington DC) - **$166,400 – $249,000 USD** (base salary range) ### About Scale At Scale, our mission is to develop reliable AI systems for the world’s most important decisions. We build products and technologies that help enterprises and governments build, deploy, and oversee AI applications that deliver real impact. We are an inclusive and equal opportunity workplace and provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. *Note: Our policy requires a 90-day waiting period before reconsidering candidates for the same role.*
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