Systems Engineer I

Leonardo DRS, Inc.•Bridgeton, MO
•$66,049 - $85,864•Hybrid

About The Position

Leonardo DRS Land Systems is seeking multiple full-time Systems Engineers to work with an engineering team and execute an interdisciplinary systems engineering process across a diverse portfolio of military products and technologies. Areas of focus include battlefield reconnaissance and surveillance, survivability, lethality, heavy transport, mobility, fuel and water distribution, radar, and electronic systems testing. The role helps ensure customer and stakeholder requirements and needs are met throughout a system’s life cycle in a high-quality, trustworthy, cost-efficient, and schedule-compliant manner. The position is based at the Bridgeton, Missouri facility, with the option to work in person or on a hybrid schedule.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field.
  • Excellent analytical and written and oral communication skills.
  • Must apply for and obtain a Department of Defense Secret Clearance; the position requires an active DoD security clearance or the ability to obtain one within a reasonable time after employment begins.
  • U.S. citizenship required.
  • Ability to travel occasionally within and outside the continental United States, up to 20%.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Teams.

Responsibilities

  • Complete technical projects or activities independently and as part of an engineering team while meeting schedule and budget constraints.
  • Review customer specifications and requirements and develop designs that support them, considering cost as a key design variable.
  • Execute systems engineering activities, including requirements analysis and engineering, architectural design, modeling and simulation, documentation, risk management, system integration, and verification and validation.
  • Use computer-aided design or SysML design and analysis software as needed.
  • Design, develop, document, and support testing of products, systems, or subsystems.
  • Ensure the systems engineering process is integrated into program plans.
  • Collaborate in problem-resolution efforts and support customer satisfaction.
  • Continue training and developing knowledge of modern systems engineering practices.
  • Support acquisition of hardware, software, or subcontractor services as needed.
  • Specify and evaluate supplier components, subsystems, and services.
  • Communicate clearly, orally and in writing, with company personnel and customers as required.
  • Provide technical knowledge and assistance to other engineers and support personnel.
  • Provide regular progress and status reports.
  • Participate in preparing less complex proposals.
  • Attend engineering, customer, or business meetings.
  • Support, communicate, reinforce, and defend the organization’s mission, values, and culture.

Benefits

  • Annual performance-based bonuses may be available.
  • Equity awards may be available.
  • Overtime pay for non-exempt employees, as applicable.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Employer matching 401(k) retirement plan and company contribution to a health savings account.
  • Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
  • Parental and paid parental leave benefits.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • Professional development support and programs for career growth and skill enhancement.
  • Life and disability insurance coverage.
  • Telemedicine.
  • Legal insurance.
  • Wellness programs focused on physical, emotional, and financial well-being.
  • Flexible work schedules through the 9/80 program.
  • Health and emergency leave.
  • Community service hours.
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