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Senior Systems Engineer - (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace · Sterling, VA · Yesterday
On-siteInformation TechnologyFull-time

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to support the design, development, integration, and sustainment of advanced training systems for a military platform. This role focuses on delivering high-fidelity training capabilities that accurately replicate mission systems, enabling aircrew and operators to train effectively in simulated environments.

Security and eligibility

Active and transferable U.S. Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

  • Lead systems engineering activities across the full lifecycle of training systems, including requirements development, design, integration, test, and sustainment
  • Develop and manage system requirements, interface control documents, and verification plans
  • Ensure training systems accurately represent aircraft mission systems, including radar, communications, and command & control functions
  • Collaborate with software, hardware, and simulation engineers to integrate subsystems into cohesive training solutions
  • Support model-based systems engineering (MBSE) activities and maintain system architecture artifacts
  • Conduct system-level testing, validation, and verification to ensure performance meets operational needs
  • Interface with customers, program managers, and external stakeholders to align technical solutions with mission requirements
  • Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies related to system performance, integration, and delivery
  • Support upgrades, modifications, and obsolescence management for existing training systems
  • Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement of engineering processes

Requirements

  • Experience with avionics, radar systems, or airborne early warning and control (AEW&C) platforms
  • Strong understanding of systems engineering lifecycle processes (e.g., requirements, design, integration, V&V)
  • Ability to work in a classified environment and obtain/maintain required security clearance
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills

Qualifications

  • University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or
  • Advanced Degree and minimum 3 years experience in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field

Preferred qualifications

  • Experience with naval aviation platforms
  • Background in simulation and training system development
  • Familiarity with real-time systems, distributed simulation or virtual training environments
  • Experience with hardware/software integration and lab environments
  • Experience with systems modeling tools (e.g., Cameo, DOORS, or similar)
  • Knowledge of DoD acquisition processes and standards

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
  • Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Student Loan Repayment Program
  • Life insurance and disability coverage
  • Optional coverages: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
  • Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
  • Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Autism Benefit
  • Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
  • Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
  • Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
  • Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
  • Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
  • Eligible for relocation assistance

Pay

The salary range for this role is $95,500 – $181,700 USD.

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