Systems Engineer - Secret - Level 3

Job Description

We are seeking a Systems Engineer to support the integration, testing, and deployment of advanced airborne and shipboard communications systems for defense and aerospace applications. This role is focused on bringing complex systems together across software, hardware, networking, RF, and mission-system domains to ensure seamless operational performance. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience supporting system integration, verification and validation (V&V), troubleshooting, and platform deployments in lab, test, and operational environments.

The Systems Engineer will work closely with software, hardware, and program teams to develop integration plans, execute system-level testing, analyze requirements, and resolve technical issues across multiple subsystems. Responsibilities include supporting platform integration efforts aboard aircraft and maritime platforms, conducting verification and acceptance testing, performing root cause analysis, and ensuring mission-critical communication capabilities meet performance and customer requirements.

Qualified candidates should have experience with communications systems, tactical networks, SATCOM, RF technologies, and systems engineering processes. Experience supporting airborne, naval, ISR, mission systems, datalink, or other defense communication programs is highly desired. Familiarity with tools such as DOORS, Cameo, or MBSE methodologies, along with an active Secret or Top-Secret clearance, is preferred.

This role is offering $50-65/hr.

Skills and Requirements

Bachelor's of Engineering in a related field (Ideally Electrical, but open to Mechanical, Aerospace or Computer Science) 3+ years of Systems Engineering experience Active Secret Clearance Strong system test and integration experience Experience working on airborne and ground based communication systems

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected].