Systems Engineer III

Role overview

You will contribute to systems engineering for complex aircraft and mission-system upgrades, covering requirements, integration, verification and validation, and model-based engineering. The role combines hands-on technical analysis with ownership of smaller project tasks, coordination with stakeholders, and guidance for less experienced engineers.

Responsibilities

- Develop and manage system requirements, designs, and integrations; support verification and validation activities. - Conduct system and decision analyses, technical planning, and risk management with limited supervision. - Lead defined project tasks and contribute to larger efforts, including architecture development and lifecycle monitoring. - Support software release planning, customer training, and deployment of upgraded systems. - Coordinate with fleet stakeholders and project teams on software planning and testing. - Travel to project and stakeholder locations for planning and testing, approximately six to eight times per year.

Requirements

- Bachelor’s degree in systems, electrical, mechanical, or a related engineering field, plus at least six years of relevant experience; a higher relevant degree may substitute for experience. - Advanced ability with systems modeling and simulation tools. - Working knowledge of multiple engineering disciplines and experience on multidisciplinary development teams. - Knowledge of requirements definition and allocation, system design and integration, technical risk management, and verification and validation. - Active U.S. Top Secret security clearance and U.S. citizenship. - Ability to work at a computer for extended periods and perform detailed modeling and documentation tasks.

Nice to have

- Experience with aerospace or defense programs, aircraft modifications, bomber fleets, secure communications, embedded systems, or real-time operating systems. - Familiarity with requirements and modeling tools such as DOORS, Cameo, or MATLAB; INCOSE certification; or Agile and Scrum practices. - Experience with technical performance measures, baseline management, and trade studies.

Benefits and work setup

The role supports a hybrid work arrangement with occasional travel. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) match, life insurance, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.