Systems Engineer

Scope of Responsibility

• Core Objectives
  • Translate customer and program requirements into system-level specifications and architectures.
  • Support pre- and post-sales technical coordination, proposal development, and solution delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Define, document, and manage system requirements, interface control documents (ICDs), and configuration baselines.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Program Management, and Quality to ensure solutions meet cost, schedule, and technical performance requirements.
• Perform system-level design, risk assessments, and trade studies to select optimal configurations.
• Participate in integration, verification, and validation activities, ensuring traceability to customer objectives.
• Support proposals, technical presentations, and on-site product evaluations.
• Aid in root cause analysis, troubleshooting, and sustainment of deployed systems.

Essential Skills

• Working knowledge of embedded systems, network architectures, and rugged electronics.
• Proficiency in requirements management, system modeling, and documentation tools.
• Understanding of systems engineering standards (e.g., INCOSE, MIL-STD-881, 498, or DOORS processes).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for both technical and customer-facing audiences.
• Ability to lead or participate in technical reviews, risk assessments, and cross-functional planning.

Experience and Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in systems engineering, preferably in defense, aerospace, or embedded electronics environments.
• Familiarity with proposal support, DoD acquisition processes, and environmental qualification standards (e.g., DO-160, MIL-STD-810) is a strong plus.

Personal Traits and Characteristics

• Methodical and curious: Enjoys solving complex systems challenges with clarity and foresight.
• Collaborative and diplomatic: Navigates diverse teams and aligns technical and customer expectations.
• Accountable and organized: Tracks deliverables and follows through on every commitment.
• Detail-conscious with big-picture perspective: Understands how components interact and affect mission success.
• Resilient under pressure: Keeps calm and communicative in high-stakes environments.