Systems Engineer III

Sierra Nevada Corporation•Folsom, CA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Systems Engineer III performs advanced systems engineering work in requirements engineering, systems integration, verification and validation (V&V), and model-based systems engineering (MBSE). The role leads system and decision analysis, technical planning, and risk management, and takes on significant project responsibilities in architecture and design development, technical monitoring, and lifecycle management. The engineer communicates and collaborates to drive project success and provides guidance and mentorship to junior team members. The position is part of SNC’s Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area, which provides command and control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection, and security solutions to Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial, and international customers. MST supports platform operations, engineering, and lifecycle management across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains. The role requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance; U.S. citizenship is required. The position involves working at a computer for extended periods, hand and finger dexterity for system modeling and documentation, a hybrid work environment, and occasional travel.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field; a higher-level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
At least 6 years of experience in systems engineering or a related field, unless substituted by a higher-level relevant degree.
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 at a computer for extended periods and use hand and finger dexterity for system modeling and documentation.
Ability to work in a hybrid environment and travel occasionally.

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, and 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 use of high-impact trade studies.
Exposure to establishing and tracking key Technical Performance Measurements (TPM).
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Familiarity with 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, perform technical monitoring, and contribute to lifecycle management.
Communicate and collaborate effectively to drive project success.
Mentor less experienced team members.