Senior Systems Engineer

Senior Systems EngineerSenior Systems Engineer opportunity in Binghamton, New York, with a confidential employer offers hands-on technical leadership in defense systems engineering. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer who thrives on solving complex integration challenges and leading multidisciplinary teams.This Senior Systems Engineer role puts you at the center of mission-critical defense programs, where your expertise in systems integration and architecture will shape the future of advanced training and simulation platforms. You will join a confidential employer known for pushing boundaries in aerospace and defense, delivering reliable, high-performance solutions that matter. If you are looking for a role where your technical leadership directly influences product success and national security, this is the opportunity you have been waiting for.Your work will span the entire systems engineering lifecycle, from defining requirements and architectures to leading integration and verification efforts. You will tackle complex modernization projects, integrating legacy and emerging technologies, while collaborating with software, hardware, and program teams to solve tough system-level problems. Every day, you will evaluate performance, drive improvements, and mentor junior engineers, ensuring that the team delivers exceptional results against demanding customer specifications.The ideal candidate brings eight or more years of defense industry experience, an active Secret clearance, and a track record of leading multidisciplinary engineering initiatives. You are a natural problem solver who can analyze complex system behaviors and translate them into practical, executable plans. You thrive in a fast-paced environment where your communication skills and technical acumen earn you the trust of peers and stakeholders alike.This is a full-time, onsite position in Binghamton, New York, offering a salary range of $153,000 to $170,000, comprehensive benefits, and relocation assistance. If you are ready to take on a high-impact role with a confidential industry leader and make a measurable difference on programs that protect the nation, apply today and let's start a conversation.Non-NegotiablesYou must hold an active U.S. DoD Secret Security Clearance or higher with an investigation completed within the past five yearsA bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline is requiredYou must have at least eight years of systems engineering experience supporting complex defense, aerospace, or mission-critical programsYou need a strong background in systems integration, architecture development, and technical problem solvingYou must have experience leading technical efforts within multidisciplinary engineering organizationsU.S. Citizenship is required due to government contract obligations, and you must be able to obtain necessary Special Access authorizationsYou must be willing to support occasional travel and extended work schedules when program requirements dictateWhat's In It For YouYou will earn a competitive base salary between $153,000 and $170,000 per year depending on experienceThe client offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and retirement plansRelocation assistance is available to help you move to the Binghamton areaYou will work on advanced defense technologies that directly support national security programsThis position provides long-term career growth within a stable, innovation-focused engineering organizationYou will have the opportunity to influence the design and evolution of next-generation mission systemsYou will collaborate with seasoned multidisciplinary engineering teams in a supportive environmentResponsibilitiesYou will lead systems engineering activities across the full program lifecycle, including requirements analysis, architecture, integration, verification, and sustainmentYou will develop and maintain system architectures for complex defense and training platformsYou will provide technical leadership for modernization efforts involving legacy systems and emerging technologiesYou will collaborate with software, hardware, test, and program engineering teams to ensure successful system integrationYou will evaluate system performance and identify opportunities to improve reliability, maintainability, and overall capabilityYou will lead technical reviews, design discussions, and engineering trade studiesYou will mentor junior engineers while promoting sound engineering processes and technical excellencePreferred QualificationsExperience with mission systems integration is highly desirableFamiliarity with Electronic Warfare (EW), radar, or EO/IR sensor technologies sets you apartKnowledge of C4ISR systems, avionics integration, or secure communications is a strong plusHands-on experience with signal processing (DSP), Ethernet/TCP/IP networking, or military standards such as MIL-STD-1553 or ARINC 429 is valuableExposure to systems modeling, interface management, and Agile or Scrum methodologies is beneficialA proven ability to troubleshoot complex system-level issues involving hardware, software, and networking is preferredExperience supporting customer demonstrations, technical documentation, and integration testing is a plus