Systems Engineering - Defense

Systems Engineer Technical Lead

Detroit Defense is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to serve as a Technical Lead. This is a high visibility position that will drive the end-to-end development, integration, and fielding of cutting-edge hardware and software solutions for a mission critical defense application.

You will act as the bridge between hardware and software teams, lead systems engineering documentation, coordinate field deployments, deliver training, and conduct demonstrations to internal and external stakeholders.

An ideal candidate is a confident, customer-facing engineer who is comfortable running system demonstrations, presenting to senior leadership, and engaging directly with customers. Own technical direction by providing vision, architecture, and roadmap guidance to ensure high-quality fielding.

Develop, maintain, and review all system engineering artifacts (i.e. requirements, interface control documents, verification plans).

Serve as the primary integrator, aligning hardware with software components to ensure seamless interoperability.

Lead design reviews, configuration management, and change control for integrated solutions.

Plan, coordinate, and execute fielding activities, including logistics, site preparation, and on-site support.

Conduct post deployment assessments and capture lessons learned for continuous improvement.

Develop and deliver "train the trainer" programs in preparation for New Equipment Training (NET). Conduct training as needed to support the logistics team.

Plan and conduct systems demonstrations for internal and external stakeholders, including senior leadership and customer executives.

Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, encouraging strong communication and collaboration to foster a supportive, skilled engineering environment.

A bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field from an accredited college or university.

Government Secret Security Clearance. Ability to travel to domestic or international customer sites (15%) with short term notice.

Ten plus years of experience in systems engineering, system integration, or product fielding.

Demonstrated ability to lead integration and testing efforts across hardware and software systems.

Must be comfortable conducting system demonstrations and technical presentations in front of senior and executive leadership, both internally and with customers.

Ability to effectively collaborate in multidiscipline engineering environments.

Good technical leadership, planning and organization/control skills.

Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits

• Company Paid Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending & HSA Accounts
• Legal & ID Shield Services
• Paid Holidays
• Remaining steadfast in our core values of Trustworthy, Mission Driven, Creative, and Agile we are a complex systems integrator for the U.Government, Detroit Defense provides solutions to meet the technical and programmatic challenges faced by our customers. Our proven success in multi-domain cross-platform system-of-systems integration results in fielded capability for warfighters. From R&D to production, fielding, and sustainment, Detroit Defense provides services and solutions to Empower Those That protect Us.

Veterans Encouraged to Apply: Detroit Defense proudly supports those who have served. We welcome applicants with military experience, including those transitioning to civilian careers. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity or gender expression), age, mental or physical disability, creed, ancestry, citizenship, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, medical condition, genetic trait or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.