Sr Systems Engineer

Sierra Nevada Corporation•Oak Harbor, WA

1d•$136,965 - $188,327•Hybrid

About The Position

SNC is hiring a Senior Systems Engineer for its 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. The role leads complex systems engineering work across system development and lifecycle management. The engineer will apply expert skills in requirements engineering, systems integration, Verification and Validation (V&V), and Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE). The position oversees system and decision analysis, technical planning, and risk management; manages major project deliverables; and contributes deep expertise in architecture and design development, technical monitoring, and lifecycle management. The engineer also influences project direction, mentors team members, and works collaboratively to align efforts with organizational goals. The position is hybrid, with occasional travel. It requires an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance and U.S. citizenship. The estimated starting salary range is $136,965.00–$188,326.86, with annual incentive pay based on performance. SNC offers medical, dental, and vision plans, a 401(k) match, life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and other benefits.

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 10 years of experience in systems engineering or a related field, unless substituted by a higher-level relevant degree.
Expert proficiency with systems modeling and simulation tools.
Proven leadership experience in systems engineering.
Demonstrated knowledge of multiple engineering principles and practices.
Experience working in multidisciplinary design and development teams.
Thorough understanding of requirements management, functional requirements parsing, derivation and allocation; systems design and integration; technical risk identification and management strategies; and V&V principles.
Current, active Secret U.S. Security Clearance; U.S. citizenship is required for employment.
Ability to work at a computer for extended periods and hand/finger dexterity for system modeling and documentation.
Ability to work in a hybrid environment with occasional travel.

Nice To Haves

Ability to diagnose issues on existing Multi-Intelligence Sensor Development (MISD) platforms and proactively recommend solutions.
At least 5 years of experience with SIGINT/ELINT systems.
Experience with C, C++, Linux, and Python.
Ability to foster relationships with end users to capture the voice of the customer in product development and sustainment.

Responsibilities

Apply expert-level skills in requirements engineering, systems integration, Verification and Validation (V&V), and Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).
Oversee and lead complex system and decision analysis, technical planning, and risk management activities.
Manage major project deliverables and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
Apply expertise in architecture and design development, technical monitoring, and lifecycle management.
Provide leadership, communication, and collaboration across project work.
Mentor and guide team members.
Work with end users to capture customer needs in product development and sustainment, as preferred.