Systems Engineer – Embedded Computing Systems (Duotech)

Apogee Engineering • Huntsville, AL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Apogee Engineering is supporting Duotech Services, LLC (DSL), a technology provider to the U.S. Department of Defense since 1982, in identifying and engaging qualified candidates. DSL specializes in repairing and sustaining military and aerospace platform electronics subsystems and designing and producing cost-effective radar systems and automated test equipment (ATE). The company has completed repairs or upgrades for more than 12,000 unique NSNs for over 40 U.S. military allied countries.

DSL is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to lead and coordinate system-level design and development for rugged military-grade embedded computing systems and ATE. This mid-career role focuses on integrating multidisciplinary engineering efforts, aligning technical approaches with customer requirements, and delivering cohesive, mission-ready solutions. The position is based on-site in Huntsville, Alabama, with no travel indicated.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of professional experience supporting system-level engineering for embedded systems, rugged electronics, aerospace, or defense programs.
• Strong understanding of multidisciplinary engineering principles and system integration best practices.
• Ability to translate customer requirements into actionable engineering specifications and plans.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with requirements management tools or system modeling approaches.
• Experience with ruggedized or military-specification hardware development.
• Familiarity with DoD standards, requirements development, and verification and validation processes.
• Experience with interface control documentation (ICDs), system architecture modeling, or MBSE approaches.
• Knowledge of reverse-engineering methodologies and legacy system sustainment.
• Strong communication and coordination skills across cross-functional engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the architecture, planning, and system-level integration of embedded computing systems and automated test equipment.
• Translate customer requirements into engineering specifications and align electrical, mechanical, software, and test engineering teams.
• Lead system-level design reviews, risk assessments, requirements validation, and engineering planning.
• Ensure subsystem designs integrate successfully and meet functional, environmental, and performance requirements for rugged military-grade electronics.
• Support reverse-engineering and modernization of legacy systems while ensuring updated designs meet form, fit, and function requirements.
• Maintain technical ownership of system interfaces, design baselines, engineering documentation, and configuration management.
• Collaborate with program management and engineering leads to achieve scope, schedule, and technical performance objectives.
• Promote a positive, innovative, and disciplined engineering environment focused on reliable, high-quality products.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level