Systems Engineer

LaunchTech•Colorado Springs, CO

54d•$100,000 - $129,000•Onsite

About The Position

LaunchTech is seeking a Systems Engineer to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA). In this role, you will manage project requirements, lead system integration efforts, and standardize engineering processes that drive performance across complex programs. You’ll work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to strengthen systems governance, streamline design reviews, and ensure compliance with mission-critical standards.

Requirements

Must have 4, or more, years of general (full-time) work experience
May be reduced with completion of advanced education
Must have 3, or more, years of experience in systems engineering or closely related engineering roles
Must have demonstrated experience with SE lifecycle processes, including requirements development, design reviews, verification and validation, and project closeouts
Must have a strong understanding of SE standards such as INCOSE SE Handbook or ISO/IEC/IEEE 15288
Must have an active DoD Secret Security Clearance

Nice To Haves

Have experience supporting facilities or infrastructure projects
Have a Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Systems Engineering, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Architecture Engineering, or related technical field
Have experience developing or maintaining governance documents such as SEMP, SEP, or SE Handbook
Be familiar with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools and practices
Have experience coordinating with diverse technical and operational stakeholders
Have experience with metrics-driven process improvement

Responsibilities

Develop, manage, and maintain project requirements, ensuring traceability from stakeholder needs through design, implementation, and operations
Participate in and facilitate design reviews, ensuring compliance with project requirements, codes, and standards
Support project closeout activities, including verification and validation, final documentation, as-built records, and lessons learned
Coordinate with project managers, engineers, configuration management analysts, and stakeholders to ensure systems integration
Contribute to the creation, revision, and maintenance of Systems Engineering (SE) governance documents, including the SEMP, SEP, and SE Handbook
Standardize processes for requirements management, design review, risk management, and verification and validation (V&V) across the enterprise
Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure governance aligns with organizational goals and industry best practices
Support training and rollout of SE processes to other engineers and project teams
Work cross-functionally with project managers, engineering disciplines, operations, and executive leadership
Participate in enterprise SE working groups and process improvement initiatives