Advanced Systems Engineer
About The Position
The Advanced Systems Engineer provides senior technical expertise and guidance for systems engineering activities across payload systems programs. The role leads requirements management, architecture development, and technical solutions that balance customer needs with program objectives. It collaborates across hardware, software, and cybersecurity teams to deliver integrated solutions; leads design reviews; communicates technical strategies; and advises on system design decisions. The engineer resolves complex technical issues, drives research initiatives, champions Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) implementation, and mentors systems engineering team members. The role also supports program reviews and customer engagements with technical expertise and documentation, while advancing systems engineering practices, processes, and tools. This is a fully on-site position with the Progeny Manassas, Virginia team. A Department of Defense Secret clearance is required at hire, and U.S. citizenship is required.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering or a related Science, Engineering, Technology, or Mathematics field, plus 5 or more years of job-related experience; alternatively, a master’s degree plus 3 or more years of job-related experience.
- Department of Defense Secret security clearance at time of hire; applicants must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
- U.S. citizenship is required.
- Expert-level knowledge of systems engineering principles and a proven track record of delivering complex payload systems.
- Ability to guide architectural discussions and drive technical excellence.
- Excellent communication skills, including the ability to present complex technical information clearly to diverse audiences.
- Ability to balance technical innovation with program objectives and business needs.
- Strong collaboration and mentoring skills, including the ability to work across organizational boundaries.
- Ability to handle complex assignments and challenging problems with diverse stakeholders.
Nice To Haves
- Agile experience.
- 6 or more years of progressive systems engineering experience with significant technical depth, or a master’s degree and 4 or more years of experience.
- Expert proficiency with requirements management tools such as DOORS and systems modeling tools such as MagicDraw, Cameo, and Simulink.
- Extensive experience implementing MBSE and mapping it to software and hardware development.
- Proven experience with Agile or SCRUM methodologies and a strong understanding of task planning and technical forecasting.
- Comprehensive knowledge of payload systems, naval systems, strategic programs, or other complex defense applications.
- Deep understanding of technology trends and demonstrated ability to champion innovation and process improvements.
Responsibilities
- Provide senior technical expertise and guidance for systems engineering activities across payload systems programs.
- Lead requirements management, architecture development, and technical solutions that balance customer needs with program objectives.
- Drive collaboration across multidisciplinary hardware, software, and cybersecurity teams to deliver integrated solutions.
- Lead design reviews, communicate technical strategies to development teams, and provide guidance on system design decisions.
- Resolve complex technical issues, drive research initiatives, champion MBSE implementation, and mentor systems engineering team members.
- Support program reviews and customer engagements with technical expertise and documentation.
- Champion systems engineering best practices, processes, and toolset optimization.
- Identify opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation.
Benefits
- 401(k) matching.
- Flexible schedules, including an optional 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off.
- Flex time off.
- Paid parental leave.
- Healthcare benefits.
- Health and wellness programs.
- Employee resource and social groups.
- Opportunities for continuous learning and development.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
