Senior Systems Engineer (R5962)
Core
Design, develop, and integrate autonomous Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) for national defense, focusing on system architecture, avionics, and mission-critical integration.
Role type
Senior Systems Engineer (Aerospace/Defense)
Builds
Next-gen autonomous UAS platforms for contested environments
Domain
Defense, Aerospace, Autonomous Systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
System architecture, MBSE (SysML, DOORS), Avionics integration, Flight testing, Risk management, Trade studies, Military standards compliance, Cross-functional leadership
Preferred skills
AI-driven autonomy, ISR/EW sensor integration, MOSA/GRA knowledge, Defense prime experience
Technologies
SysML, DOORS, CAMEO
Responsibilities
Develop system architecture for UAS, define system-level behavior and fault responses, conduct safety analyses (FHA, FMEA, FTA), manage system requirements and traceability, integrate autonomy and AI capabilities, perform trade studies and risk assessments, engage with DoD stakeholders
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
