Systems Engineer (Mid-Senior) (3582)

Overview SMX is looking for a highly motivated Systems Engineer (Mid‑Senior) with demonstrated experience to perform Systems Engineering for the sustainment phases of a project related to mission planning software supporting aircraft and weapons systems on a software‑intensive program. In this role you will join a team of highly driven professionals engaged in supporting critical programs across the NAVAIR community. This is an onsite role providing support for our client at Patuxent River NAS, MD. Responsibilities Perform Systems Engineering for the sustainment phases of a project related to mission planning software supporting the Tomahawk Weapons System Evaluate the impact of new capabilities and/or updated hardware and software on meeting the requirements and mission performance of support software systems Review, develop, and comment on requirements during the sustainment phases by developing trade‑off studies, engineering approach analyses, system implementation analyses, and performing research to provide recommendations Participate in System Engineering Technical Reviews evaluating work products to Government standards Support program reviews and periodic program status meetings Support the Engineering Change Process Support Statement of Work development Required Skills and Experience Clearance Required: Secret BS or BA degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or Computer Engineering from a college program with ABET certification At least five (5) years of experience in Systems Engineering supporting DoD aircraft systems, DoD weapons systems, DoD mission systems or DoD support systems, including design, development, integration, and system testing of computer hardware, computer software, and navigation, sensor, and communication subsystems Demonstrated experience in all phases of the software engineering lifecycle Ability to decompose requirements into technical system and software requirements Some travel may be required Desired Qualifications Experience with the Tomahawk Weapons System Experience in DoD acquisition and engineering processes Experience with Systems Software, Systems‑of‑Systems engineering, model‑based systems engineering, or systems safety & reliability Strong communication (written/oral) and presentation skills, as well as strong critical thinking and reasoning skills Application Deadline 1/12/2026 Salary Proposed salary: $95,000 USD – $170,900 USD Benefits SMX offers a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Key components include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement. Equal Opportunity Employer SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans. Background Check Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification. Immigration SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration‑related support for this position (i.e., H1B, F‑1 OPT, F‑1 STEM OPT, F‑1 CPT, J‑1, TN, E‑2, E‑3, L‑1, O‑1, or any other work authorization requiring employer support). #J-18808-Ljbffr