Systems Engineer (Level II / III)

Systems Engineer (Level II / III)
Mid Level | Colorado Springs, CO | $90,000 - $115,000 | Active Secret Clearance Required

Support next-generation deep-space radar capabilities-driving systems engineering efforts that translate mission needs into scalable, high-performance solutions for Deep Space Advanced Radar..
A Day in the Life - What you'll do

• Support system requirements development, management, analysis, and traceability to translate customer needs and CONOPS into executable system requirements.
• Perform requirements decomposition and allocation to lower-level subsystems ensuring alignment across the system architecture.
• Conduct functional analysis and systems trade studies to evaluate design solutions across concept, development, testing, and operational phases.
• Assist in developing system and subsystem documentation including requirements, interface control documents, and verification plans.
• Support system integration, testing, and verification activities to ensure requirements are met and validated.
• Contribute to technical performance measurement definition, tracking, and reporting across the program lifecycle.
• Support major program reviews including SRR, PDR, CDR, SVR, and Test Readiness Reviews through preparation of systems engineering artifacts.
• Collaborate with Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and subject matter experts to capture technical content and support CDRL development.
• Interface with program leadership and external customers to communicate technical status, risks, and progress.
• Maintain and update technical baselines and systems engineering documentation throughout the lifecycle.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) discipline from an accredited university
• Level II: 2 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree or 0 years with a Master's degree
• Level III: 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree or 3 years with a Master's degree or 1 year with a PhD
• Active DoD Secret security clearance required at time of application
• Experience with requirements decomposition and requirements management
• Familiarity with DOORS or similar requirements management tools
• Experience working within cross-functional Integrated Product Teams (IPTs)
• Experience supporting the full Systems Engineering lifecycle
• Experience with Atlassian tools such as Jira and Confluence
• Experience with SharePoint and Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)
• Strong problem-solving, planning, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in customer-focused environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with technical writing including specifications and baseline documentation
• Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and tools such as Cameo
• Familiarity with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools such as Siemens, Windchill, or Teamcenter
• Familiarity with radar systems and operational environments
• Experience working in Agile development environments including sprint planning and execution
• Experience managing Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) deliverables from development through completion

Who is Caribou Thunder?

Caribou Thunder is a HUBZone-certified small business providing advanced technical and engineering services to the U.S. Department of War and its mission partners.

35+ states and 20+ countries. We've delivered trusted solutions for over two decades - strengthening national readiness across missions on land, undersea, in the air, and throughout LEO, MEO, GEO, and deep space.
Why Caribou Thunder? TEAM THUNDER - Mission Focused. Delivery Proven. Ready to Serve.

Employee Advocacy
Mission Proven
Global Reach
Skilled Teams
Modern Tools
Empowering Culture

Our engineers and innovators ensure capability from sea floor to space frontier - delivering on time, maintaining compliance, and performing with precision in high-consequence environments.

We specialize in Engineering Services, Cybersecurity, Software Development, Modeling & Simulation, Digital Engineering, and Artificial Intelligence - disciplines powering the nation's most complex technical missions.
Employee Advocacy + Benefits

Our people are the heart of Caribou Thunder. We invest in their growth, flexibility, and well-being - knowing their success drives ours.

Benefits include:
Premium Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
401(k) with 6% Company Match
Flexible PTO & Work Schedule
Education & Certification Reimbursement
Support for Military Leave
Work-Life Balance & Traditional Family Values

Your future, your flexibility, your well-being - we invest in you. Apply and let's connect.