Systems Engineer

Responsibilities for this Position

Systems Engineer

ID: 2026-74100
US-VA-Manassas
Required Clearance: Secret
Posted Date: 8/5/2026
Category: Engineering-Systems
Employment Type: Full Time
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree, plus 6 months of relevant experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities for this Position

ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:

General Dynamics Mission Systems is seeking a Systems Engineer to support the Payload Control System (PCS), a component of the AN/BYG-1 submarine combat system. The engineer will support requirements analysis and management, system and software verification, technical documentation, defect resolution, and integration activities throughout the systems engineering life cycle. The role requires strong reading, writing, and analytical skills and close collaboration with software, test, systems engineering, and program teams.

We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences: DOORS requirement management, Cameo System Modeling, experience with Combat Control Systems.

What sets you apart:

• Clear understanding of systems engineering concepts, principles, theories, and technical standards
• Clear understanding of requirements management and system modeling tools
• Creative thinker with ability to grasp and apply new information quickly and handle increasing responsibilities with growing complexity
• Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success
• Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others
• Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze, develop, review, and maintain system and software requirements, including allocation, traceability, change impact assessment, and verification planning.
• Use IBM DOORS to maintain requirements, parent-child trace relationships, verification methods, and supporting evidence.
• Develop, review, and execute test plans, test procedures, test cases, and test reports for PCS system and software capabilities.
• Document, investigate, track, and support resolution of defects and work items in JIRA.
• Participate in requirements analysis, requirements management, functional and performance analysis, system design, trade studies, interface definition, system integration, and verification.
• Support technical reviews and preparation of engineering products using applicable standards, processes, procedures, and tools.
• Identify, analyze, and resolve system design weaknesses and support root-cause analysis of test and integration issues.
• Produce clear, accurate technical documentation and communicate technical findings to engineering and program stakeholders.
• Support system safety activities as assigned, including analysis and documentation associated with safety-critical functions and controls.

Our Commitment to You:

• An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
• Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nations security
• Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
• Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
• See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

Workplace Options:
This position is recommded onsite with some Flex abiltiy for work from home.
While on-site, you will be a part of the Manassas, VA location.

Salary Note

This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Combined Salary Range

USD $90,833.00 - USD $100,767.00 /Yr.

Company Overview

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

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