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Minuteman Group LLC

System Engineer

Lexington, MA

The Systems Engineering Group develops space, airborne, and terrestrial prototypes with innovative solutions to challenging national security problems. Our teams handle most of the large prototype ...

General Atomics

System Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

Provide Systems Engineering support across various programs as needed, which may include laser systems, space and airborne payloads, optical command & training systems, and other prototype systems ...

General Atomics

System Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

Provide Systems Engineering support across various programs as needed, which may include laser systems, space and airborne payloads, optical command & training systems, and other prototype systems ...

Idaho Society of Professional Engineers

$123K - $127K/yr

Experience with FAA or military qualification of airborne systems. * Application of agile development methods to deliver engineering work products * Gas turbine engine, propulsion, or electrical ...

System One

Lead System Engineer

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

This role focuses on ensuring precise, reproducible generation and delivery of airborne agents, as ... Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical / System ...

System One

Lead System Engineer

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

This role focuses on ensuring precise, reproducible generation and delivery of airborne agents, as ... Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical / System ...

System One

Lead System Engineer

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

This role focuses on ensuring precise, reproducible generation and delivery of airborne agents, as ... Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical / System ...

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How much do airborne system engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for airborne system engineer in the United States is $127,215.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $98,000.00 and $157,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Airborne System Engineer vs Avionics Engineer?

AspectAirborne System EngineerAvionics Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Engineering, certifications in systems or aerospaceBachelor's in Electrical, Electronics, or Aerospace Engineering, certifications in avionics
Work EnvironmentDesign, develop, and test airborne systems in aerospace or defense sectorsDesign and maintain aircraft electronic systems, often in aerospace or defense industries
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily aerospace, defense, and military contractorsAircraft manufacturers, defense contractors, aerospace companies

While both roles involve working with aircraft systems, Airborne System Engineers focus on the overall integration and development of airborne platforms, whereas Avionics Engineers specialize in electronic systems within aircraft. The roles often overlap but differ in scope and specific technical focus.

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Infographic showing various Airborne System Engineer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $127,215 per year, or $61.2 per hour.

System Engineer

Lexington, MA

Minuteman Group LLC
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 11 - 50 employees
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Full-time

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

Job Tittle: System Engineer(Onsite)
Location: Lexington, MA

 Background:
The Systems Engineering Group develops space, airborne, and terrestrial prototypes with innovative solutions to challenging national security problems. Our teams handle most of the large prototype systems developed by the Laboratory, including space payloads and satellites for sensing and communication, and airborne and ground-based systems. Example projects include satellite sensors, space-based and ground-based laser communications systems, airborne laser radar, imaging systems on both manned and unmanned aircraft, and small satellites.

Responsibilities:
The selected candidate will work on a team performing systems engineering activities for a large program. Responsibilities include developing, flowing down and tracking requirements, architecting systems, developing an MBSE model of the systems and their interfaces, planning and leading verification and validation activities, and identifying risks and defining risk mitigation strategies.

Must Have:
• A Bachelors Degree in Physics, Mechanical, Electrical, Aero/Astro, Software Engineering, or related fields and at least 7 years of relevant experience with systems engineering for space or airborne systems. A MS degree or PhD can be substituted for years of experience.
• The ability to support a full range of systems engineering activities for multiple programs
• The ability to use a systems perspective to identify needed technology development efforts
• Demonstrated experience leading multi-disciplinary teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce and present professional written reports and presentations
• Experience with SysML Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools is required.

Preferred:

  • Experience with MagicDraw.
  • Experience with integration of hardware and software is helpful

US Citizenship is required due to nature of the work.
 

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