Systems Engineer

Job Description

Summary

Our client is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to support research, modeling, simulation, testing, and certification of advanced aerospace and defense systems. This role provides system-level ownership across the full product lifecycle within a highly technical ISR and aviation environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Research, architect, model, simulate, test, certify, and enhance advanced systems and products.
• Develop complex system architectures from concept through detailed design, integration, and verification.
• Support ISR, aviation, and C4ISR systems including design, integration, testing, and logistics.
• Apply requirements management, systems design, integration, technical risk mitigation, and V&V principles.
• Serve as a technical SME for avionics and mission systems across operational and development platforms.
• Develop and field integration solutions for aircraft systems through architecture, certification, and testing.
• Collaborate with software and cybersecurity teams to implement mission system updates and improvements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering or related discipline.
• Typically 6+ years of engineering experience; advanced degrees may substitute for experience.
• Knowledge of engineering principles, requirements parsing, derivation, and allocation.
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary engineering teams.
• Expertise in systems design, integration, technical risk management, and V&V methodologies.
• Hands-on background supporting avionics and mission system platforms.
• Experience developing operational integration solutions for aircraft systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience or certification in INCOSE standards.
• Aerospace and Defense industry experience.
• Ability to support baseline definition and maturation in complex development environments.
• Familiarity with radios, tactical datalinks, and systems integration labs.
• Experience with Linux and/or Windows software development lifecycles.

Tech Stack

Systems engineering, ISR technologies, aviation systems, C4ISR platforms, modeling and simulation tools, integration testing frameworks, logistics systems, mission systems engineering.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive compensation aligned with market standards.
Health benefits, PTO, remote flexibility (varies by client).

Work Schedule

Monday–Friday, flexible hours, occasional on-call (if applicable).

About the Client

Our client is a growing technology-focused organization committed to building scalable digital solutions.

Why Join the Team?

• Contribute to mission-critical aerospace and national security programs.
• Work on cutting-edge ISR and aviation systems.
• Join a high-performing engineering culture with strong growth opportunities.

How to Apply

Submit your resume to people@ignitetalentpartners.com. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.