Senior Systems Engineer (4196)

Senior Systems Engineer (4196)at SMX(View all jobs) ()

San Diego, CA

SMX is looking for a highly motivated Senior Systems Engineer with demonstrated experience to perform Software Systems Engineering for the development and sustainment phases of a project relative to mission planning software supporting aircraft and weapons systems.

This role is onsite at the client location in San Diego, CA.

As the Senior Systems Engineer, you will join a team of highly driven, supportive, and skilled professionals engaged in supporting program management, technical, or business case analysis across the NAVAIR community.

The Senior Systems Engineer will :

Perform Software Systems Engineering for the development and sustainment phases of a project relative to mission planning software supporting aircraft and weapons systems

Evaluate the impact of new capabilities and / or updated hardware and software on meeting the requirements and the mission performance on support software systems

Review, develop, and comment on H-60 software requirements during the development and sustainment phases of a project based upon PMA-299 provided information by developing trade-off studies, engineering approach analyses, system implementation analyses, and performing research to provide recommendations

Make recommendations about human systems engineering

Required Skills and Experience :

Clearance Required : Secret

BS or BA degree in a Technical Discipline.

At least ten (10) years of experience in Systems Engineering consisting of the design, development, integration, and system testing of computer hardware and software in support of DoD aircraft systems, DoD weapons systems, DoD mission systems or DoD support systems

Ability to decompose requirements into technical system and software requirements is required

Strong communication and presentations skills

Critical thinking and reasoning skills

Some travel may be required

Desired Qualifications :

Experience with Mission Planning Software, DOORS®, Atlassian Jira and Confluence, and agile project development lifecycle is highly desired

Experience with Systems Software and Systems-of-Systems engineering, model-based systems engineering approaches, and systems safety & reliability is desired

Application Deadline : 11 / 3 / 2025

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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.

The proposed salary for this position is :

$123,800-$206,300 USD

At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.

We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what's possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.

SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.

Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and / or education verification.

SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).