Systems Engineer-EN

About the role

CAE USA is seeking a talented and motivated professional to join our team at our Binghamton, NY location. This role is an integral part of our mission to deliver world-class simulation, training, and mission-readiness solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain core systems that ensure reliable, high-performing simulator operation.
• Modernize legacy simulator systems with enhancements, new features, and optimized stability.
• Collaborate with software and hardware teams to integrate system components seamlessly into real-time training devices.
• Support system reviews and cross-functional innovation to evolve next-generation training capabilities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex system issues across modern and legacy platforms.
• Contribute to systems that directly support pilot readiness and mission safety.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s in Systems, Electrical, Computer, Aerospace, or related engineering field.
• 5+ years of systems engineering experience in the defense domain (mission systems, C4ISR, EW, avionics, sensors, or comparable).
• Demonstrated strength in troubleshooting and resolving complex technical system issues.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an active DoD Secret or higher clearance prior to the start of employment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain Special Program Access.
• Flexibility to support occasional overtime, weekend work, shift work and site travel (CONUS).

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of network and platform interfaces (e.g., Ethernet/TCP/IP, MIL-STD-1553, ARINC 429/664, serial buses).
• Strong problem-solving instincts and a passion for building reliable, high-performance systems.
• Experience working in Waterfall and/or Agile/Scrum environments.
• Experience with Electronic Warfare, radar/EO/IR sensors, signal processing/DSP, or secure communications.

Why You’ll Love Working at CAE

Your engineering directly supports pilot readiness and mission safety around the globe. You’ll be part of a company with 75 years of innovation in simulation and immersive training technology. You’ll work in a collaborative, high-impact environment where your ideas fuel next-generation training systems. You’ll grow your career alongside talented engineers who are passionate about technical excellence and real-world impact.

Why Binghamton?

Binghamton offers the perfect blend of opportunity and lifestyle—affordable living, a growing tech scene, access to Binghamton University, and endless outdoor recreation. Whether you’re local or relocating, you’ll find a supportive community and room to thrive.

Security Responsibilities

Must comply with all company security and data protection / usage policies and procedures. Personally responsible for proper marking and handling of all information and materials, in any form. Shall not divulge any information, or afford access, to other employees not having a need-to-know. Shall not divulge information outside company without management approval. All government and proprietary information will be accessed and stored electronically on company provided resources. Incumbent must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance.