Systems Engineer III

Sierra Nevada Corporation•Englewood, CO

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Systems Engineer III, 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, take on significant project responsibilities, and provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers. The role includes architecture and design development, technical monitoring, and lifecycle management, with effective communication and collaboration needed to drive project success. The position is within SNC’s ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area, which integrates manned and unmanned aircraft systems and provides C4ISR capabilities spanning design, integration, test, certification, training, and logistics support. The role requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. security clearance and U.S. citizenship. It involves working in a hybrid environment with 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 for the clearance.
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 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 (TPMs).
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Knowledge of Agile methodologies or Scrum Master certification.
Missile development experience.
Experience with CONOP/CONEMP development.
Environmental requirement development or testing experience.
Familiarity with RF sensor design and test, IR sensor design and test, Hardware-in-the-Loop, or embedded system integration and test.
Familiarity with range safety/FTS concepts.
Experience with missile command and launch interfaces and systems, such as MIL-STD-1553/1760/UAI/CFWICD.

Responsibilities

Perform advanced requirements engineering, systems integration, V&V, and MBSE tasks.
Lead system and decision analysis, technical planning, and risk management efforts.
Take on significant project responsibilities and guide junior engineers.
Develop system architecture and designs; conduct technical monitoring and lifecycle management.
Communicate and collaborate effectively to drive project success.
Mentor less experienced team members.