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This role provides systems engineering, integration, technical, operational, and sustainment support for Tactical Uncrewed Aircraft Systems, with an emphasis on technical rigor, lifecycle engineering ...

Senior Model Based Systems Engineer

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$109K - $150K/yr

This role focuses on Part 25 aircraft development and requires experience applying MBSE across a wide range of aircraft systems. What You'll Do: * Develop and maintain system architectures using MBSE ...

TUAS Systems Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$97K - $133K/yr

This role provides systems engineering, integration, technical, operational, and sustainment support for Tactical Uncrewed Aircraft Systems, with an emphasis on technical rigor, lifecycle engineering ...

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How much do aircraft systems engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for aircraft systems engineer in the United States is $138,776.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $117,500.00 and $158,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an Aircraft Systems Engineer do?

An Aircraft Systems Engineer is responsible for designing, analyzing, and optimizing various aircraft systems, such as avionics, hydraulics, propulsion, and electrical systems. They ensure compliance with industry regulations, safety standards, and performance requirements. Their role involves working with multidisciplinary teams, troubleshooting system issues, and improving overall aircraft efficiency.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Aircraft Systems Engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Aircraft Systems Engineer, you need a strong background in aerospace engineering, systems integration, and a relevant engineering degree. Experience with modeling and simulation tools (such as MATLAB/Simulink), familiarity with regulatory standards (like FAA/EASA), and certifications such as a Professional Engineer (PE) license are highly valuable. Problem-solving skills, attention to detail, effective communication, and collaboration set high performers apart in this role. These qualifications are critical to ensure aircraft safety, regulatory compliance, and seamless team collaboration in complex engineering projects.

What are the typical day-to-day responsibilities of an Aircraft Systems Engineer?

As an Aircraft Systems Engineer, your daily tasks may include designing and analyzing aircraft subsystems, preparing technical documentation, conducting system integration tests, and troubleshooting system issues. You’ll frequently collaborate with multidisciplinary teams of engineers, technicians, and project managers to refine designs and ensure regulatory compliance. The role often involves reviewing test data, implementing design improvements, and participating in design reviews or meetings with external stakeholders. This dynamic environment provides hands-on involvement in the development lifecycle of advanced aircraft components and systems.

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Infographic showing various Aircraft Systems Engineer job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 91% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $138,776 per year, or $66.7 per hour.
TUAS Systems Engineer

TUAS Systems Engineer

PPT Solutions

Huntsville, AL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago


Job description

PPT Solutions is seeking a TUAS Systems Engineer in Huntsville, Alabama.


PPT Solutions is seeking a Systems Engineer to support the TUAS Product Office. This role provides systems engineering, integration, technical, operational, and sustainment support for Tactical Uncrewed Aircraft Systems, with an emphasis on technical rigor, lifecycle engineering, and coordination across program stakeholders.


Responsibilities for the TUAS Systems Engineer:

  • Support systems engineering, integration, technical, operational, and sustainment activities within the TUAS Product Office.
  • Support development, integration, operational and technical support, and sustainment for Tactical Uncrewed Aircraft Systems.
  • Ensure technical sufficiency of input to trade studies, stakeholder coordination, and program documentation.
  • Provide technical input to contract requirements packages, performance and system specifications, statements of work, and related documentation.
  • Support use of Model Based Systems Engineering tools and compliance with Modular Open Systems Approach principles.
  • Provide subject matter expertise on MOSA and MBSE utilizing SysML within Cameo software tools.
  • Participate in PM UAS Family of Systems architecture and modeling efforts.
  • Coordinate effectively with TUAS personnel, PM UAS and PEO functionals and staff, prime contractors and suppliers, user representatives, Army airworthiness personnel, and other stakeholders.
  • Establish and monitor cost, schedule, and performance for systems engineering activities across the life cycle.
  • Prepare and deliver reports and briefings to senior management describing program status, issues, analyses, findings, results, recommendations, and conclusions.
  • Provide technical oversight of contracted work during all phases of the systems engineering process and product life cycle.
  • Lead Integrated Product Teams, working groups, and technical coordination meetings.
  • Analyze contractor performance and identify risks, issues, and opportunities.
  • Develop courses of action, mitigations, and technical recommendations to support program execution.
  • Support engineering decision-making across development, integration, testing, fielding, product improvement, and sustainment activities.
  • Work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic government program office environment.


Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities for the TUAS Systems Engineer:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering and at least five (5) years of relevant systems engineering, aviation, defense, acquisition, or technical program experience.
  • Experience supporting systems engineering, integration, technical support, operational support, or sustainment activities.
  • Experience supporting trade studies, technical documentation, performance specifications, system specifications, statements of work, or contract requirements packages.
  • Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering concepts, tools, or processes.
  • Understanding of Modular Open Systems Approach principles.
  • Ability to coordinate technical activities with government personnel, contractors, suppliers, user representatives, and technical stakeholders.
  • Ability to establish, monitor, or support cost, schedule, and performance of technical activities.
  • Ability to prepare and deliver technical reports, briefings, analyses, findings, recommendations, and conclusions.
  • Ability to provide technical oversight of contracted work.
  • Ability to support risk identification, mitigation development, and courses of action.
  • Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Strong organizational, leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and task management skills.
  • U.S. citizenship.
  • Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the required level.


Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities for the TUAS Systems Engineer:

  • Experience supporting Tactical Uncrewed Aircraft Systems or other uncrewed aviation platforms.
  • Experience supporting a Program Management Office or Product Office environment.
  • Experience supporting Army aviation, Army airworthiness, PM UAS, PEO Aviation, or related defense aviation programs.
  • Experience with SysML and Cameo software tools.
  • Experience applying MOSA principles to system architecture, integration, or acquisition activities.
  • Experience participating in Family of Systems architecture or modeling efforts.
  • Experience leading Integrated Product Teams, working groups, or technical coordination meetings.
  • Experience analyzing contractor performance and providing technical oversight.
  • Experience developing engineering courses of action, mitigations, and recommendations.
  • Experience preparing senior-level program reports or technical briefings.
  • Experience supporting acquisition documentation, performance specifications, system specifications, or statements of work.
  • Experience monitoring cost, schedule, and performance for systems engineering efforts.


At PPT, we value our employees. You can take comfort in the fact that here you will be treated as a professional, given room to grow and compensated with a benefits package to care for you and your family. You have made the decision to do meaningful work and we believe you should be rewarded for that decision. Explore our website and learn more about what it means to be a part of PPT Solutions.

Benefits offered include medical, dental, vision, basic life w/AD&D, supplemental life, short and long-term disability, EAP, FSA, 401(k), paid holidays, paid time off, employee referral award program and reimbursable job-related education/professional certification training.

PPT Solutions, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.


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