Systems Engineer III

Sierra Nevada Corporation•Lone Tree, CO

3d•$113,922 - $156,642•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Systems Engineer III at SNC, you will perform advanced work in requirements engineering, systems integration, Verification & Validation (V&V), and Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE). You will lead system and decision analysis, technical planning, and risk management, and take on significant project responsibilities involving architecture and design development, technical monitoring, and lifecycle management. The role also includes providing guidance to junior engineers and mentoring less experienced team members, with effective communication and collaboration essential to project success. The role is within SNC’s Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance, Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area, which integrates manned and unmanned aircraft systems and provides end-to-end C4ISR capabilities. The position involves interpreting and implementing technical interface specifications and standards for component subsystems, troubleshooting hardware/software interface issues, and defining input/output parameters to support system integration. The position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance; U.S. citizenship is required. The role is hybrid, with occasional travel. The estimated starting salary range is $113,921.74–$156,642.39, depending on factors including skills, experience, education, training, certifications, and applicable geographic differentials.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
At least 6 years of experience in systems engineering or a related field; a higher-level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
Advanced proficiency with systems modeling and simulation tools.
Practical knowledge of multiple engineering principles and practices.
Experience working in multidisciplinary design and development teams.
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.
Ability to work on a computer for extended periods.
Hand and finger dexterity for system modeling and documentation.
Ability to work in a hybrid environment with occasional travel.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with real-time operating systems and embedded systems.
Background in the aerospace and defense industry.
Experience with requirements management and system modeling tools such as DOORS, Cameo, or MATLAB.
Practical knowledge of industry-standard mechanical design principles, including requirements management and MBSE.
Experience or certification in INCOSE standards, such as ASEP or CSEP.
Ability to administer baseline definition and maturation in a complex development setting, including the use of high-impact trade studies.
Exposure to establishing and tracking key Technical Performance Measurements (TPMs).
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Knowledge of Agile methodologies and Scrum Master certification.

Responsibilities

Handle advanced tasks in requirements engineering, systems integration, V&V, and MBSE.
Lead system and decision analysis, technical planning, and risk management efforts.
Take on significant project responsibilities and guide junior engineers.
Develop architecture and designs, conduct technical monitoring, and support lifecycle management.
Communicate and collaborate effectively to drive project success.
Mentor less experienced team members.
Interpret and implement technical interface specifications and standards for component subsystems.
Troubleshoot hardware/software interface issues and define input/output parameters to ensure system integration.