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Principal Systems Architect

General Atomics -
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Job Details

Full-time
$140,940 - $252,293 a year

Qualifications

Systems integration
Software engineering
Data Integration (Data management)
Project management experience in technology
System design
Configuration management
Developing automated manufacturing processes
Enterprise solutions implementation
Enterprise software systems development
Infrastructure architecture design
Machine intelligence
Data Security (Data management)
Design engineering
Leading team collaboration initiatives
System deployment
AI-driven automation
SAP ERP
Cross-functional team management
Data security architecture
Design (software development lifecycle)
Cross-functional communication
Product lifecycle management

Full Job Description

GA-EMS is seeking a Principal Systems Architect to lead the technical direction and execution of our enterprise digital transformation initiatives. This individual will serve as the primary architect bridging the gap between advanced technology (GenAI, Machine Learning, RPA) and critical business operations, targeting the modernization of workflows across Programs, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance (QA), Configuration-Data Management, Finance, and IT Infrastructure.

This is a senior technical role for a high-impact, complex automation ecosystem supporting U.S. Government and commercial programs. The architecture involves real-time data extraction from legacy systems (SAP, PEO, MPM, PLM), predictive machine learning for manufacturing and QA defect analysis, and GenAI-driven automation for software processes and financial/EVMS reporting. Operating within a highly secure, CMMC-compliant defense cloud environment, this system serves a diverse internal user base of program, engineering, manufacturing, material management, and financial managers and executive leadership.

The right candidate is a strong systems thinker, an experienced AI/automation architect, and a credible technical authority who will own the system design from concept to deployment. This person must possess a balance of deep technical depth to architect secure machine learning pipelines across varied data domains, the operational drive to execute projects on schedule, and the executive presence to translate complex technology into clear business ROI (throughput, quality, margin protection) for stakeholders up to the COO level.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Partner with cross-functional leadership to understand manual data extraction chokepoints and architect automated "future state" solutions for the entire product lifecycle.
Define and maintain the overall technical architecture of a complex enterprise automation ecosystem spanning RPA, Machine Learning, and GenAI applications across multiple business units.
Architect data pipelines that integrate diverse enterprise systems, such as ERP (SAP, Production Engineering and Operations), Quality Management Systems (QMS), Project reporting tools (PowerBI, MPM, Project Server) and Configuration-Data Management/PLM tools (e.g., Windchill, Atlassian).
Provide technical leadership to automate complex workflows, such as Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) routing, automated QA defect prediction, DevSecOps infrastructure monitoring, and predictive financial EVMS reporting.
Take ownership of end-to-end system cybersecurity, ensuring all AI and automation initiatives strictly comply with DoD data protection standards, CMMC, and Zero Trust architectures.
Proactively identify technical risks, architectural friction points, and integration challenges before they impact project delivery or system accreditation.
Exercise sound engineering judgment to evaluate tradeoffs among deployment speed, system resiliency, maintainability, and long-term enterprise health.
Represent the digital transformation program as a senior technical leader, confidently presenting strategies, roadmaps, and cross-functional ROI metrics to the COO and other executive stakeholders.
Mentor technical team members and help strengthen the digital engineering bench across the GA-EMS organization.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications

Typically requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Technology or related field and fourteen or more year's progressive experience in designing information technology system architecture. Equivalent professional experience may be substituted in lieu of education.
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security clearance.
Significant experience architecting and deploying Intelligent Automation (RPA) and Machine Learning/AI addressing workflows and pipelines across a broad enterprise encompassing Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Finance lifecycles.
Strong systems engineering mindset with a deep understanding of complex data integration across ERPs (SAP), Configuration-Data Management/PLM (e.g., Windchill, Atlassian), and infrastructure management tools.
Deep understanding of cybersecurity principles, specifically securing AI models and data pipelines within Department of Defense (DoD) or heavily regulated environments.
Demonstrated ability to lead across organizational boundaries, balancing technical know-how with the execution drive required to push multi-departmental projects across the finish line.
Proactive leadership style with a strong sense of ownership, accountability, and the confidence to make bold but disciplined decisions.
Exceptional communication skills, including the proven ability to present complex technical concepts to senior business executives (C-suite) and non-technical operational leaders.

Preferred Qualificaitons:

An active Security Clearance is preferred, but not required.
Experience supporting Department of Defense contractors, with a broad understanding of defense manufacturing standards (MPEO workflows), configuration-data management, and financial compliance (EVMS).
Experience with modern software delivery processes, DevSecOps CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure-as-code automation.
Experience integrating Large Language Models (LLMs) or generative AI tools into internal corporate workflows using Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) within secure environments like GCC High or Microsoft Purview.

Job Category

Information Technology

Experience Level

Senior (8+ years)

Workstyle

Onsite

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time Salary

Pay Range Low

140,940

Pay Range High

252,293

Travel Percentage Required

None

Relocation Assistance Provided?

Yes

US Citizenship Required?

Yes

Clearance Required?

Desired

Clearance Level

Secret

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