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Principal Systems Engineer

Cambridge, MA, US💼 Full-time💰 $95,000–$95,000🗓 2026-09-02 → 2026-09-25

Core

Principal Systems Engineer applying systems-thinking and advanced methodologies to develop innovative solutions for complex system- and enterprise-level problems in defense, space, and autonomous vehicle domains.

Role type

Principal Systems Engineer (Technical Leadership & Strategy)

Builds

Strategic deterrent systems, missile defense systems, hypersonic missiles, space systems, precision guided munitions, autonomous air/sea vehicles

Domain

Defense, Aerospace, Autonomous Systems

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure

Required skills

Systems Engineering, Multi-Disciplinary Analysis and Optimization, Model-based Engineering, Modeling and Simulation, Software development and Integration, Advanced Algorithms, Trade space exploration, Data visualization, Machine Learning, Numerical optimization, Statistical modeling

Preferred skills

INCOSE Systems Engineering Handbook expertise, DoD Acquisition Framework knowledge, Organizational transformation leadership, New business development

Technologies

SysML, STPA, Simulation tools, Avionics architectures, GN&C, Cyber/security, Comms/encryption

Responsibilities

Analyze and capture customer/stakeholder needs to develop innovative system solutions; Lead medium-sized teams (5-10 people) and mentor technical staff; Identify program-level technical risks and execute mitigation strategies; Conceptualize and lead solution development with a Product Owner mindset; Bridge knowledge gaps and build cross-functional teams; Create and present senior-level communications for internal and external customers.

Seniority

Principal, Technical Leadership & Mentorship

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