Senior Systems Engineer

Job Title: Senior Systems Engineer Job Category: Engineering Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25% Type of Travel: Continental US We are seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join our advanced engineering team specializing in multi‑sensor EO/IR and gyro‑stabilized gimbals. This role combines hands‑on technical leadership, product support, customer integration, and mentorship of a growing U.S. engineering team. The ideal candidate will bring 5–8 years of electro‑mechanical systems experience and thrive in a dynamic environment supporting both mature and next‑generation gimbal systems. This position is based out of our Belgrade, MT office, requiring significant collaboration with our Melbourne, Australia office. The role involves up to 25% travel for hands‑on testing activities and customer site visits. Responsibilities Lead local product testing, validation, and engineering support for advanced gimbal platforms, coordinating test activities and providing systems engineering expertise for design accommodations and troubleshooting Support customer integration activities and product rollouts, providing technical support and engineering presence for U.S. customers Serve as local engineering point of contact for product upgrades, RMAs, and technical program support, providing critical engineering backup to program management Collaborate with greater engineering team off‑site in providing system‑level feedback and design input Lead product test events or customer demonstrations for R&D or sales Mentor and develop junior engineering team members, bringing external experience from mature engineering organizations to foster technical growth Provide technical representation in customer meetings, sales activities, and field support scenarios Respond to production issues and customer site challenges, working collaboratively with field service teams Contribute to custom product developments, continuous improvement initiatives, and represent customer technical needs in product planning discussions Qualifications Required Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or similar discipline with relevant experience 5–8 years of professional engineering experience Experience with electro‑mechanical systems design, integration, or support Strong problem‑solving and systems‑level thinking abilities Excellent communication skills with ability to interface with customers, sales teams, and cross‑functional engineering groups U.S. Citizenship Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance Self‑motivated with ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities Desired Experience with optical systems or EO/IR sensors Experience with gyro‑stabilized platforms or gimbal systems Experience with laser systems and laser safety protocols FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate (drone pilot) Background in defense or aerospace industry Familiarity with test and validation processes for complex electro‑mechanical systems Experience supporting product integration at customer sites Knowledge of RMA processes and field service support Understanding of Requirements Management and Systems Engineering best practices Hands‑on experience with manufacturing support and production issue resolution Active Secret security clearance Experience with CUAS systems or similar Experience with UAS systems or similar Pay Range The Proposed Salary Range For This Position Is $78,000 - $163,800 Pay is influenced by geographic location, contract categories, experience, skills, education, and certifications. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and learning and development opportunities, including healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time‑off benefits. Custodial Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic. #J-18808-Ljbffr CACI International Inc