System Engineer

Duration: 1 year Clearance: Active SECRET required at start Citizenship: U.S. Citizens only (No dual citizenship) Work Schedule: Onsite, 9/80 (no remote or hybrid) - Open for relocation candidate Job Overview: Aerojet Rocketdyne, a leading aerospace propulsion manufacturer, is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer (L4) to support complex solid rocket propulsion system development. This position is highly technical, requiring expertise in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) , requirements management, and risk analysis. Candidates will work onsite in Huntsville, AL, on a 9/80 schedule and must hold an active Secret clearance . Key Responsibilities: Lead and execute systems engineering activities for propulsion systems projects. Apply MBSE techniques to manage requirements, verification, and risk. Collaborate with engineering leadership and customer stakeholders. Develop and analyze system architectures and risk/opportunity models. Coordinate and plan engineering tasks to meet schedule and performance goals. Use DOORS for requirements management and traceability. Support internal reviews, program proposals, and customer meetings. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Systems, Aerospace, or Mechanical Engineering (Master’s preferred). Minimum of 6+ years (Bachelor’s) or 4+ years (Master’s) in aerospace or defense systems engineering. Active SECRET clearance (must be in place at start). Proven experience with MBSE methodologies . Proficient with IBM Rational DOORS . Experience in risk and opportunity management . Solid understanding of solid rocket propulsion fundamentals. U.S. Citizenship only (no dual citizens per client requirement). Preferred Qualifications: Familiarity with Cameo , SysML , UML , UPDM . Experience in developing proposals, basis of estimates (BOEs) . Knowledge of DoD air/ground launched systems . Coursework or certification in systems engineering disciplines. #J-18808-Ljbffr