Systems Engineer

Job Title: Systems Engineer

Job Description

As a Systems Engineer, you will assist in developing or modifying systems and subsystems. This role involves functional and empirical analysis related to the design, development, and implementation of hardware, systems, and subsystems for products. You will work alongside other engineering and technical personnel to investigate and resolve operational problems.

Responsibilities

• Manage, analyze, and decompose system requirements.

• Develop system performance models and code using MATLAB.

• Perform system integration, including hardware/software integration and testing.

• Conduct system tests and verification processes.

• Design and develop embedded systems.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.

• 2-4 years of experience in systems engineering.

• Ability to obtain an Interim Secret clearance to start.

• Proficiency in system integration and MATLAB.

• Experience in system performance modeling and coding.

• Competence in system test and verification.

• Strong skills in embedded systems design and development.

Work Environment

The position is based in a small, cleared office with a tight-knit team supporting AEGIS work. The work schedule is flexible, offering options such as 4/10s or 9/80s. The team supports radar systems for destroyers, providing a dynamic and engaging work environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Huntsville, AL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $55.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Huntsville,AL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.