Senior Systems Engineer

Job Description Posted Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 5:00 AM Company Information: Elbit America is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation, and medical instrumentation markets. With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States. Elbit Systems of America, LLC is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high-technology company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications. For additional information, visit: ElbitAmerica.com or follow us onYouTube . Fueled by more than 800 talented employees and a proud 65-year legacy of night vision production excellence, Elbit America’s Warfighter Systems business is rooted in the heart of Virginia’s Roanoke Valley. Surrounded by the scenic beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains, you’ll find a unique blend of southern hospitality, outdoor adventure, and the energy of a thriving city – all alongside a purpose you can be proud of coming to work each day. As a world leader in low-light sensor technology, the Warfighter Systems team is engineering the future of image intensifiers and night vision goggle systems as we enter a new era of the networked battlespace. Trusted by the U.S. and nearly 100 allied countries, our technology provides support to those in harm's way during the most critical moments with one goal in mind: bring them home safely. The work our employees perform each day plays a direct role in national security, and our shared purpose is what truly makes Warfighter Systems so extraordinary. Come join our collaborative team where each voice is valued in a setting where you can thrive, develop, and make a true impact! Job Summary: The Senior Systems Engineer performs at an advanced level: requirements analysis and management, technical planning, systems level design, systems integration, verification and validation, cost and risk management, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for products in the warfighter systems portfolio. Analyses are performed during all phases of the product development process including concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, and maintenance. The Senior Systems Engineer will provide guidance to the team in the development of warfighter systems electro optical devices. Primary Duties/Responsibilities: Guide multidisciplinary sensor development team Guide development of project lifecycle plan and activities, including major milestones, reviews, and deliverables Develop, design, allocate, and manage user and system-level requirements Guide development of system architecture Evaluate design tradeoffs andguide technical discussions with a multi-disciplinary engineering team Define and assess interfaces with functional guides and outside organizations Guide technical reviews throughout the project lifecycle Provide oversight of verification and validation activities, including requirements traceability and compliance Aid transition of product into manufacturing alongside operations and manufacturing engineering Business Relationships: (This position interfaces with) Individual engineers and subsystem-level subject matter experts within and outside of the project team Program Manager Education: Bachelor's of Science Degree in the Engineering field Preferred - Masters

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Ability to obtain and maintain a secret clearance Minimum of 5+ years of systems engineering experience Experience working within the aerospace or defense industry, and delivering solutions to the appropriate standards Experience with customer discovery/stakeholder needs and requirements Experience with requirements management, flows down, verification & validation during the product life cycle Excellent communication skills with multi-disciplinary engineering team and government customers Experience with technical partnership with multi-disciplinary design teams (such as electrical, mechanical, optical, image science, software, firmware, or test engineers) Proficient in written (reports, proposals, white papers) and verbal skills (technical presentations) Preferred Attributes: Technical skills, including Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) with Cameo Experience with VIS-NIR cameras Certified to INCOSE CSEP or ESEP Experience with Electro-Optical imaging systems (cameras), system design, integration, and test Experience delivering compliant Electro-Optical imaging systems to customer requirements

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Why Roanoke, Virginia? Lower cost of living Family-friendly area Career and economic growth Scenic beauty Here Are Some of the Great Benefits We Offer: Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available Flexible Vacation & PTO Generous Employee Referral Program Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, and more Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not an employment contract. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Elbit America is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. The salary range listed for this position reflects the anticipated base pay range for this role. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including skills, experience, education, certifications, business needs, internal equity, and geographic location. Compensation may vary in different locations based on market conditions and cost-of-labor considerations. #J-18808-Ljbffr Elbit Systems of America, LLC