Systems Engineer III

About the role

MAG Aerospace is looking for a Systems Engineer to lead engineering efforts on assigned programs supporting PEO Soldier.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Lead Systems Engineer on assigned DOD C5ISR system development programs
• Apply thorough knowledge of the Systems Engineering Management Process and Implementation across all life cycle phases within the Department of Army/DOD Acquisition process
• Apply knowledge of DOD policies on Systems Engineering, Integrated Product and Process Development (IPPD), and IPT Management
• Coordinate and negotiate design and engineering activities with other related programs and organizations
• Manage systems engineering activities including requirements analyses, functional analyses, design solutions formulation, systems analysis and control, and generation and maintenance of systems architecture products
• Provide technical support and analysis in evaluation of sensor prototypes and systems (thermal imagers, image intensifiers, lasers) to PEO Soldier PM partners
• Recommend approaches to implement electro-optic (EO) system level components into prototypes capable of achieving user requirements
• Apply system engineering principles to translate quantified needs/requirements into system performance parameters and identification of system/item configuration
• Formulate and issue systems engineering documents, processes, procedures, and milestones
• Provide expert and authoritative advice affecting critical programs and technologies
• Serve as subject matter expert for all technical aspects of assigned program
• Perform top-level design, development, integration, testing, installation, and troubleshooting
• Translate military operational and mission requirements into practical system concepts and performance specifications
• Develop and maintain technical documentation such as specifications, engineering drawings, system interface requirements, and engineering changes
• Participate in post-awards, program reviews, design reviews, and IPTs as project engineer and/or technical expert
• Evaluate design efforts to ensure integration of all engineering disciplines and adequacy of analyses, bringing in additional technical expertise as needed
• Review test plans, procedures, and reports for technical adequacy on assigned programs (Government and contractor tests, failure reports)
• Review and evaluate system performance against specification requirements, monitor and assess field performance, and assess risk of meeting user and specification requirements
• Initiate engineering change proposals and waivers/deviations as required, and conduct physical and functional configuration audits
• Review program management documents to ensure accuracy and adequacy of technical content

Requirements

Minimum requirements:

• BS in Engineering with more than 20 years of relevant experience, or MS in Engineering with more than 15 years of experience
• Subject matter expert in Systems Engineering with ability to lead engineering efforts on assigned programs with minimal government oversight
• Active Secret DoD clearance

Preferred qualifications:

• Serve as consultant to team members and mentor workforce on electro-optic system development, prototyping, integration, and testing of electro-optic sensor systems
• Evaluate system electro-optic engineering technologies from past programs and establish new and innovative engineering strategies

Note: Position is contingent upon candidate’s ability to meet physical and medical requirements as needed, including compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local jurisdictional requirements.

Benefits

Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours per week are eligible for MAG's Total Rewards package, which includes:

• Health, life, and disability insurance
• Financial and retirement benefits
• Paid leave
• Professional development
• Tuition assistance

Employees not meeting the 30-hour threshold are eligible only for select offerings not inclusive of health benefits.

Pay

The projected compensation range for this position is $100,000 to $180,000 annualized USD. Salary is determined by factors including location, education, knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, contract-specific affordability, and organizational requirements. This range represents typical salary for the position and is one component of MAG's total compensation package.