Systems Engineer

Our client is currently seeking a Systems Engineer

Join a highly critical advanced defense aerospace program supporting next-generation capabilities. This role will work closely with Systems Engineering, Mission Systems, and technical Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to develop and integrate complex weapon systems utilizing Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and possess strong technical leadership, communication, and systems integration experience.
This job will have the following responsibilities:

• Lead cross-functional engineering teams in the development and integration of complex aerospace and defense systems to meet program objectives, customer requirements, and delivery milestones.
• Support the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of Systems Engineering and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) processes and methodologies.
• Perform systems engineering activities including requirements development and decomposition, system architecture development, interface management, trade studies, risk management, and verification planning.
• Collaborate with engineering stakeholders to define, document, and validate system requirements and technical solutions.
• Support certification, verification, testing, and overall system integration efforts throughout the product lifecycle.
• Capture and manage engineering data, system architectures, and requirements within MBSE models and tools.
• Participate in customer reviews, technical reviews, and program milestones while providing technical leadership across engineering disciplines.
• Work onsite in a collaborative environment supporting advanced defense and aerospace development programs.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, Data Science, or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 7 years of engineering experience, including at least 4 years of systems engineering, systems integration, or systems analysis experience.
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical efforts and coordinate activities across multiple engineering disciplines and stakeholders.
• Experience executing systems engineering processes including requirements management, architecture development, risk management, verification, validation, and integration activities.
• Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools and SysML-based modeling environments preferred.
• Experience supporting military, aerospace, defense, mission systems, tactical aircraft, or weapon system development programs preferred.
• Knowledge of software requirements management, verification activities, and certification processes is highly desired.
• Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance is required, with the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance.
• Position requires 100% onsite work; U.S. Citizenship is required.

Medical, dental, and vision insurance are available to qualified candidates who meet eligibility requirements.