Senior Systems Engineer

Senior Systems Engineer

DZYNE Technologies is leading the future of autonomous defense. Based in Irvine, California, we develop and manufacture advanced airborne and ground-based defense solutions deployed in over 50 countries. We're growing fast, and looking for innovators ready to make an impact. At DZYNE, you'll join a culture built on collaboration, integrity, and purpose. We celebrate wins, value diverse perspectives, and support every team member's success. Ready to do work that matters? Join us.

Location: Irvine, CA

Work Arrangement: On-Site

Position Summary: As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will lead the systems engineering activities for Long Endurance ISR UAS Platform(s). This role will interface closely with mechanical, electrical, software, and test teams to ensure timely and effective delivery of mission-critical capabilities.

Required Duties and Responsibilities:

• Translate mission needs and technical objectives into clear, actionable system requirements
• Define and manage system requirements and interfaces from early concept through integration and flight test
• Lead the planning and coordination of system validation activities, ensuring alignment with design and operational goals
• Execute system-level validation, including environmental testing, to ensure real-world readiness
• Partner with multidisciplinary teams across engineering, integration, and test functions to ensure seamless system development
• Lead failure modes, reliability analysis, and risk management efforts across the development lifecycle
• Contribute to system reviews and documentation to support safety, performance, and reliability

Required Skills/Qualifications:

• Experience in Aircraft / UAV development programs as Systems Engineer
• A strong foundation in Systems Engineering principles, especially as applied to complex, multidisciplinary systems
• Experience in creating and validating environmental requirements (e.g., temperature, vibration, altitude)
• Familiarity with the full system development lifecycle, from concept and design through test and delivery
• Excellent communication and documentation skills, especially in collaborative, cross-functional environments

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

• Experience in aerospace, defense, robotics, or autonomous systems
• Knowledge of systems engineering tools and standards (e.g., DOORS, SysML, MBSE approaches)
• Knowledge of military standards for environmental testing (MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461, etc.)

Education:

• Bachelors of Engineering in Mechanical, Electrical or Aerospace degree preferred
• 7+ years relevant experience in aerospace, defense or government contracting environments
• Masters degree in engineering discipline + 5 years experience preferred

Clearance Level Required: Secret - Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance, as required for the role.

Export Control / ITAR Requirement: This position requires access to information and technology subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As a result, employment is contingent upon meeting applicable export control eligibility requirements and compliance obligations.

Travel Required: Less than 10%

Working Conditions: The diversity of work conditions may range from an environment where there is little or no physical discomfort, such as a general office environment, to warehouse and other facilities.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

• Must have the ability to stoop, stand, climb, occasionally lift a minimum of 25 lbs.
• Involves movement between departments, floors, and worksites to facilitate work.

Work Authorization Requirement: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employment visa sponsorship.

Salary: $130,000 - $170,000 Salary depends on relevant work experience, education, training, essential skills, and/or other factors such as specialized or high-demand professions. In addition to the annual salary, the position will be eligible for an annual bonus.

Benefits: Our benefits are DZYNEed for your overall health and financial wellness. DZYNE offers a comprehensive healthcare benefits package. Base dental, vision, life, accident, disability, and other core benefits are fully covered by DZYNE. DZYNE provides paid time off and paid holidays. Additionally, DZYNE offers a 401 (k) plan with an employer match and immediate vesting.

DZYNE Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, DZYNE Technologies complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which our company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.