Junior System Engineer

Location: [Remote] / Preferred Locations Dallas, TX, Huntsville, AL or GrandRapids, MIClearance Required: Secret (or higher), or ability to obtainJob Type: Full-timeTravel: Travel 10% of the time to customer sites and Jovian HQ.Position SummaryWe are looking for a Junior Systems Engineer to join our dynamic team supporting the development and integration of aviation and ground-based systems for Department of Defense (DoD) programs. This is an exciting opportunity for a recent engineering graduate to begin their career in a mission-driven environment, working on cutting-edge technologies that support national defense and warfighter capabilities. You will assist in the requirements development, system integration, and lifecycle support of complex defense systems under the guidance of senior engineers and technical leads.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist in the analysis, decomposition, and management of system-level requirements.Support development of system architectures and interface control documents.Support development of software in collaboration with system and software team.Participate in software-hardware integration and basic testing activities.Help prepare engineering documentation such as specifications, verification plans, and design reports.Assist with system modeling, simulation, and configuration management tasks.Attend and contribute to technical meetings, design reviews, and stakeholder discussions.Perform data analysis and troubleshooting during integration and verification events.Learn and apply relevant DoD standards, MIL-STDs, and systems engineering processes.Use AI and other tools to accelerate the learning and create deliverables for the customers.Basic QualificationsBachelors degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or a related STEM discipline.Strong interest in defense systems, aviation, unmanned systems, or ground vehicle technologies.Basic understanding of systems engineering principles and the systems development lifecycle.Familiarity with one or more tools: MATLAB/Simulink, DOORS, SysML, Cameo, or equivalent.Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and written/verbal communication skills.Must be eligible to obtain a DoD security clearance.Preferred QualificationsInternship, co-op, or project experience.Exposure to requirements management or model-based systems engineering (MBSE).Familiarity with software development and deployment through coursework or projects.Why Join UsMentorship and hands-on experience with real-world defense platforms.Exposure to air and ground systems in both development and operational support phases.Career growth in a multidisciplinary team working on mission-critical technologies.Training and certification opportunities (e.g., INCOSE, MBSE, security clearance sponsorship).Competitive compensation and benefits package.J-18808-Ljbffr