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Senior System Engineer

$140k - $180k

Nickerson Talent Solutions

Systems Engineer 4

Location: Huntsville, AL

Compensation: $140,000 – $180,000 Base Salary + Annual Bonus

Employment Type: Full-Time

Security Clearance: Active Secret Clearance Required

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Systems Engineer 4 to support the design, development, integration, and testing of advanced avionics, communications, and defense systems.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive Systems Engineering experience, strong expertise in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), and a background in simulation, system integration, and validation. This individual will play a key role in driving engineering excellence, improving development processes, mentoring junior engineers, and supporting complex defense programs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and support the design, development, and integration of advanced avionics and communications systems.
  • Apply Systems Engineering principles to solve complex technical challenges and drive system-level solutions.
  • Develop and maintain system architectures, requirements, and technical documentation.
  • Utilize MBSE tools and methodologies for system modeling, analysis, and validation.
  • Develop system test plans, test procedures, and detailed test cases in accordance with industry standards.
  • Design test bed architectures, simulate end-user operations, and execute system testing.
  • Support requirements development, verification, validation, and system integration activities.
  • Identify opportunities to improve system quality, engineering processes, and development efficiency.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams and mentor junior engineers.
  • Document and communicate test results using tools such as JIRA or Digital.ai Agility.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or an Engineering-related discipline.
  • 8+ years of experience in Systems Engineering or a related technical field.
  • Active U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance.
  • U.S. Citizenship required.
  • Demonstrated experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools and methodologies.
  • Experience with simulation tools and techniques for system design, analysis, and validation.
  • Strong technical documentation, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Army Command and Control (C2) systems, such as IBCS, FAAD, or THAAD.
  • 3+ years of experience with tactical data links, particularly Link 16.
  • 3+ years of experience with DoD radio communications systems.
  • 3+ years of experience with IP network design and maintenance.
  • Experience in Systems Safety Engineering.
  • Understanding of the complete product lifecycle, including design, development, integration, testing, delivery, sustainment, and retirement.
  • Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Network+, A+, Linux+, Project+, or AeroIT.
  • INCOSE ASEP certification or willingness to pursue Systems Engineering professional certification.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive base salary of $140,000 – $180,000 , depending on experience and qualifications.
  • Annual performance-based bonus.
  • Comprehensive benefits package.
  • Additional employee benefits and professional development opportunities.

Interested in This Opportunity?

If you are an experienced Systems Engineer with a strong background in MBSE, defense systems, simulation, and system integration, we would like to hear from you.

Apply today or reach out directly to learn more about this opportunity!

Vacancy posted 5 days ago
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