Senior System Engineer

Systems Engineer 4

Location: Huntsville, AL

Compensation: $140,000 – $180,000 Base Salary + Annual Bonus

Employment Type: Full-Time

Security Clearance: Active Secret Clearance Required

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Systems Engineer 4 to support the design, development, integration, and testing of advanced avionics, communications, and defense systems.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive Systems Engineering experience, strong expertise in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), and a background in simulation, system integration, and validation. This individual will play a key role in driving engineering excellence, improving development processes, mentoring junior engineers, and supporting complex defense programs.

Key Responsibilities

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• Lead and support the design, development, and integration of advanced avionics and communications systems.
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• Apply Systems Engineering principles to solve complex technical challenges and drive system-level solutions.
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• Develop and maintain system architectures, requirements, and technical documentation.
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• Utilize MBSE tools and methodologies for system modeling, analysis, and validation.
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• Develop system test plans, test procedures, and detailed test cases in accordance with industry standards.
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• Design test bed architectures, simulate end-user operations, and execute system testing.
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• Support requirements development, verification, validation, and system integration activities.
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• Identify opportunities to improve system quality, engineering processes, and development efficiency.
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• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams and mentor junior engineers.
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• Document and communicate test results using tools such as JIRA or Digital.ai Agility.
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Required Qualifications

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• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or an Engineering-related discipline.
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• 8+ years of experience in Systems Engineering or a related technical field.
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• Active U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance.
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• U.S. Citizenship required.
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• Demonstrated experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools and methodologies.
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• Experience with simulation tools and techniques for system design, analysis, and validation.
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• Strong technical documentation, problem-solving, and communication skills.
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Preferred Qualifications

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• Experience with Army Command and Control (C2) systems, such as IBCS, FAAD, or THAAD.
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• 3+ years of experience with tactical data links, particularly Link 16.
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• 3+ years of experience with DoD radio communications systems.
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• 3+ years of experience with IP network design and maintenance.
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• Experience in Systems Safety Engineering.
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• Understanding of the complete product lifecycle, including design, development, integration, testing, delivery, sustainment, and retirement.
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• Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Network+, A+, Linux+, Project+, or AeroIT.
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• INCOSE ASEP certification or willingness to pursue Systems Engineering professional certification.
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Compensation & Benefits

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• Competitive base salary of $140,000 – $180,000, depending on experience and qualifications.
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• Annual performance-based bonus.
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• Comprehensive benefits package.
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• Additional employee benefits and professional development opportunities.
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Interested in This Opportunity?

If you are an experienced Systems Engineer with a strong background in MBSE, defense systems, simulation, and system integration, we would like to hear from you.

Apply today or reach out directly to learn more about this opportunity!