Systems Engineer I (For SNC Summer 2026 Interns Only)
About The Position
As a Systems Engineer I in SNC’s ISR, Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area, you will apply foundational skills in requirements engineering, systems integration, Verification & Validation (V&V), and Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE). Under supervision, you will assist with system and decision analysis, technical planning, and risk management, and contribute to project tasks involving architecture and design development, technical monitoring, and lifecycle management. The role calls for effective communication and collaboration, along with eagerness to learn and grow in the field. IAS is a prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end C4ISR capabilities include design, integration, test, certification, ground and flight training, and logistics support. IAS develops solutions tailored to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements. This position is restricted to SNC Summer 2026 interns. It requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance; U.S. citizenship is required. The work is in a hybrid environment with occasional travel. Essential functions include working at a computer for extended periods and using hand and finger dexterity for system modeling and documentation.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- 0–2+ years of experience in systems engineering or a related field.
- Must have been an SNC Summer 2026 intern.
- Basic understanding of systems modeling and simulation tools.
- Basic understanding of multiple engineering principles and practices.
- Familiarity working in multidisciplinary design and development teams.
- Conceptual knowledge of requirements management, functional requirements parsing, derivation and allocation; systems design and integration; technical risk identification and management strategies; and V&V principles.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance; U.S. citizenship is required for clearance eligibility.
Nice To Haves
- Internship or cooperative education experience in systems engineering.
- Basic knowledge of industry standards and best practices.
- Understanding of requirements management and system modeling tools such as DOORS, Cameo, and MATLAB.
- Knowledge of industry-standard systems engineering design principles, including classical systems engineering and MBSE.
- Experience or certification in International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE) standards, such as Associate Systems Engineering Professional (ASEP).
- Familiarity with baseline definition and maturation in a complex development setting, including highly integrated trade studies and analysis of alternatives.
- Exposure to establishing and tracking key Technical Performance Measurements (TPM).
Responsibilities
- Assist with basic requirements engineering, systems integration, V&V, and MBSE tasks.
- Support system and decision analysis, technical planning, and risk management under supervision.
- Contribute to project tasks involving architecture and design development and technical monitoring.
- Participate in lifecycle management activities.
- Communicate and collaborate effectively with team members.
- Demonstrate eagerness to learn and grow within the field.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans.
- 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%.
- Life insurance.
- Three weeks of paid time off.
- Tuition reimbursement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
