Sr Systems Engineer
About The Position
The Senior Systems Engineer will bring expert-level skills in requirements engineering, systems integration, Verification & Validation (V&V), and Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE). The role leads complex system and decision analysis, technical planning, and risk management activities, and is responsible for major project deliverables. The engineer applies deep knowledge of architecture and design development, technical monitoring, and lifecycle management, while influencing project direction, mentoring team members, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals. The position is within SNC’s Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area, which provides command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection, and security solutions worldwide. MST supports Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial, and international customers, with experience in platform operations, engineering, and full lifecycle management across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains. The role requires a current/active Secret U.S. Security Clearance and U.S. citizenship. The position works in a hybrid environment with occasional travel. The estimated starting salary range is $136,965.00–$188,326.86, with annual incentive pay based on performance. Compensation may vary based on skills, experience, education, training, certifications, and applicable geographic differentials.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- 10 or more years of experience in systems engineering or a related field; a higher-level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
- Expert proficiency with systems modeling and simulation tools.
- Proven leadership experience in systems engineering.
- Demonstrated knowledge of multiple engineering principles and practices.
- Experience working in multidisciplinary design and development teams.
- Thorough understanding of requirements management, functional requirements parsing, derivation and allocation; systems design and integration; technical risk identification and management strategies; and V&V principles.
- Current/active Secret U.S. Security Clearance; U.S. citizenship is required for this clearance-dependent position.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to diagnose issues on existing Multi-Intelligence Sensor Development (MISD) platforms and proactively recommend solutions.
- Five or more years of experience with SIGINT/ELINT systems.
- Experience with programming languages and environments including C, C++, Linux, and Python.
- Ability to foster relationships with end users to capture the voice of the customer in product development and sustainment.
Responsibilities
- Exhibit expert-level skills in requirements engineering, systems integration, V&V, and MBSE.
- Oversee and lead complex system and decision analysis, technical planning, and risk management activities.
- Manage major project deliverables and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
- Apply deep knowledge of architecture and design development, technical monitoring, and lifecycle management.
- Provide leadership and effective communication.
- Mentor and guide team members.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans.
- 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%.
- Life insurance.
- Three weeks of paid time off.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Annual incentive pay based on performance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
