Systems Engineer V - Systems

Description

The company works on defense, national security and space technology. This role sits in its Strategic Systems Engineering Department and reports to the Systems Engineering Manager.

As a senior technical leader, you define, integrate and validate complex defense systems.

The role is based in Folsom, CA. It can also be based in Reno, NV, or be fully remote.

Responsibilities

• Serve as technical authority for program-level systems engineering, confirming work meets contract and mission requirements, and coach less experienced engineers to share knowledge and strengthen processes.
• Oversee the definition and upkeep of system, subsystem and interface requirements, keeping full traceability and verification and meeting MDA standards.
• Lead system architecture development and validation. Write and run the plans that verify and validate the system, along with functional allocations, interface definitions and compliance reports at every program tier.
• Work closely with propulsion, software, hardware, GNC and test teams so system performance is coherent and verification can close.
• Identify system-level risks, plan how to reduce them, and fold them into the program risk picture.
• Manage the technical baseline and change control, and take part in SRR, PDR, CDR and TRR reviews.
• Lead MBSE practice by setting SysML modeling standards, linking models to requirements databases and aligning the digital engineering toolchain.
• Act as the main technical contact for customer and supplier organizations on requirements flowdown, verification progress and resolving technical issues.

Requirements

• Any one of the following: a bachelor's degree in systems engineering, aerospace engineering or a related STEM field plus 10 years in systems engineering or a related discipline; a master's degree in a related STEM field plus 8 years of experience; 14 years of systems engineering or related experience in place of a degree; or a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Deep familiarity with MDA processes, CDRL development and systems engineering lifecycle standards.
• Expert proficiency with requirements management tools such as DOORS.
• Deep knowledge of lifecycle standards including the INCOSE SE Handbook and MIL-STD-499.
• Significant hands-on MBSE experience using SysML and Cameo Systems Modeler (MagicDraw).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio and Project.
• Preferred: working knowledge of DoDAF architecture frameworks and digital engineering environments.
• Preferred: experience in reliability and/or system safety analyses.
• Travel of 10-15%, which may include overnight stays for customer reviews and test events.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government clearance.
• Must comply with ITAR regulations.
• Must be a U.S. person: a U.S. citizen, a lawful permanent resident, or a protected individual under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), and eligible to obtain any required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.

Conditions

Base salary is $153,615 to $199,400 at the time of posting. Placement within the range depends on experience, skills and location, and the range excludes benefits and bonus or incentive pay. The range may change, and the role is eligible for an incentive plan.

California pay range: $161,700 to $199,400 USD. Nevada pay range: $153,615 to $189,430 USD.

The company welcomes applications from minority, female, disabled and veteran candidates.

The duties listed are not exhaustive, and management may change the scope of work at any time without notice. This document is not a contract.

Benefits

• Flexible time off to recharge and keep work and life in balance.
• Medical, dental and vision coverage for you and your family, with a large share of premiums paid by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employees.
• Access to over 12,700 gym options nationwide, including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness and Chuze Fitness, with no long-term contracts and free on-demand workout videos before you enroll.
• 401(k) plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%.
• Wellness programs for physical and mental health.
• Additional voluntary benefits and support resources.
• Work alongside a talented team in an innovative setting.