Senior Systems Engineer
AeroVironmentAbout the role
Worker Type
Regular
Job Description
Job Summary
The primary role of the Systems Engineer is to support the design, integration, and evolution of mission-critical systems within a complex operational environment. This role focuses on requirements development, system architecture, and cross-team integration to ensure solutions align with mission needs and technical constraints.
You will work closely with engineers, analysts, and stakeholders to translate high-level requirements into actionable system designs, support system integration efforts, and contribute to the delivery of reliable, scalable solutions.
Position Responsibilities
Analyze user requirements, CONOPS, and system architectures to develop system requirements and specifications
Support system design, integration, and implementation activities across the full lifecycle
Assist in developing system architecture, interface definitions, and design documentation
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment between system requirements and implementation
Support system integration and test planning, including validation of system performance
Participate in requirements allocation across hardware, software, and system components
Contribute to development of system engineering artifacts such as system engineering plans and interface control documents
Support technical assessments, trade studies, and feasibility analysis
Coordinate with stakeholders to resolve technical issues, risks, and integration challenges
Maintain clear and accurate technical documentation throughout the system lifecycle
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Computer Science/Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace, or Mechanical Engineering is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
8 - 12 years of experience in a systems engineering role (Aerospace systems engineering preferred)
Experience with requirements development, system design, and system integration
Experience working within structured system engineering processes and lifecycle methodologies
Ability to translate high-level mission needs into system-level requirements
Strong communication skills with the ability to work across technical teams and stakeholders
Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies
Experience supporting DoDAF, SOA, or enterprise-level system architectures
Familiarity with system integration, test planning, and validation processes
Experience contributing to system engineering documentation and technical deliverables
Ability to support technical decision-making through analysis and trade studies
Experience working in Agile or hybrid development environments
Ability to operate independently while contributing to team-based engineering efforts
Salary Range: $125,000 - $219,500
The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Determination of official compensation or salary relies on several factors including, but not limited to, level of position, job responsibilities, geographic location, scope of relevant work experience, educational background, certifications, contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements, alignment with local internal equity as well as alignment with market data.
This is a pipeline requisition posted in advance of approved headcount for future hiring needs.
Note: Our team is always interested in speaking with exceptional candidates though please note this is a Pipeline posting with more of an eye towards our future needs rather than necessarily being an immediate hire. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.
ITAR Requirement:
This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations
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