Systems Engineer

DZYNE Technologies • Portland, OR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Systems Engineer supports the design, development, integration, and sustainment of counter-UAS (CUAS) and air defense system solutions. The role applies systems engineering principles across complex, multidisciplinary projects, including technical planning, requirements development, system design, verification and validation, and risk management. The engineer works with program management, operations, sustainment, engineering, integration, and test teams to deliver mission-critical solutions that comply with industry and government regulations. The position is on-site in Portland, Oregon, and involves approximately 10% travel, probably once per quarter. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States full-time without current or future employment visa sponsorship. The role requires access to information and technology subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience as a Systems Engineer on aerospace and defense systems development programs.
• Strong foundation in systems engineering principles, particularly as applied to complex, multidisciplinary systems.
• Experience creating and validating environmental requirements, such as temperature, vibration, and altitude requirements.
• Familiarity with the full system development lifecycle, from concept and design through test and delivery.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills, especially in collaborative, cross-functional environments.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employment visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in UAS or CUAS programs, aerospace, defense, robotics, or autonomous systems.
• Knowledge of systems engineering tools and standards, such as MATLAB, SysML, and MBSE approaches.
• Knowledge of military standards for environmental testing, such as MIL-STD-810 and MIL-STD-461.
• Knowledge of emerging aerospace technologies, including digital engineering, AI/ML applications, and autonomous systems.

Responsibilities

• Translate mission needs and technical objectives into clear, actionable system requirements.
• Define and manage system requirements and interfaces from early concept through integration and testing.
• Plan and coordinate system validation activities in alignment with design and operational goals.
• Perform system-level validation, including environmental testing, to ensure real-world readiness.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering, integration, and test teams to support seamless system development.
• Lead failure modes and reliability analysis, and manage risks across the development lifecycle.
• Contribute to system reviews and documentation supporting safety, performance, and reliability.
• Lead or perform technical reviews and provide engineering input and recommendations for continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare benefits package.
• Base dental, vision, life, accident, disability, and other core benefits are fully covered by DZYNE.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• 401(k) plan with employer match and immediate vesting.
• Eligible for an annual bonus.

What This Job Offers

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