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Kratos Defense

Senior Systems Engineer

Arlington, TX · On-site

$98K - $134K/yr

... defense. This position is full-time and requires the ability to successfully work in a team ... Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with remotely distributed teams * Demonstrated ...

Kratos Defense

Senior Systems Engineer

Arlington, TX · On-site

$98K - $134K/yr

... defense. This position is full-time and requires the ability to successfully work in a team ... Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with remotely distributed teams * Demonstrated ...

RSI

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Inside Sales Representative

Austin, TX · On-site

$90K - $120K/yr (+ commission)

Monday / Friday Company Description An authorized distributor of electro-mechanical parts and services to global industries and markets such as; (DOD) Department of Defense, Energy Markets ...

Capstone Research Corporation

Senior Engineer

Arlington, TX · On-site

$94K - $129K/yr

... defense systems and distributed operational networks. Key Responsibilities: * Support development of system architectures, operational concepts, requirements, interface definitions, and technical ...

Defense Logistics Agency

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

Mechanized roller conveyors are often present and are a normal part of material routing and distribution.

Saronic

Systems Software Engineer (Generalist)

Austin, TX · On-site

$100 - $130/hr

Experience working on complex distributed, real‑time, embedded, robotics, autonomy, aerospace, defense, maritime, automotive, industrial automation, or similar systems * Go * Python * Experience ...

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As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for defense distributed in Texas is $102,832.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $62,000.00 and $138,950.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Infographic showing various Defense Distributed job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $102,832 per year, or $49.4 per hour.

Senior Systems Engineer

Kratos Defense

Arlington, TX • On-site

$98K - $134K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 5 days ago

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 10 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

5-D Systems, a KRATOS Company, is seeking a highly motivated candidate who will provide full lifecycle systems engineering technical contribution and leadership in support of turbine engine technology programs in aerospace and defense.  This position is full-time and requires the ability to successfully work in a team environment. The successful candidate will understand and have experience applying the full systems engineering lifecycle, and must be able to develop requirements, create system design documentation, generate, utilize and maintain Cameo models.  This position will interface with internal and external project team members, company leadership, and customers.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Analyzing customer/stakeholder requirements, decomposing requirements, deriving requirements, and allocating requirements to system and subsystem elements
  • Developing system architectures for new and existing systems
  • Conducting trade studies and performing design research of engineering concepts and explorations to determine optimal requirements and system architecture
  • Developing system/subsystem design documentation such as interface definitions, system schematics, and system description documents
  • Developing and executing system verification plans and efforts
  • Developing MBSE processes, procedures, templates, and best practices
  • Developing, reviewing, and presenting Cameo models to internal and external stakeholders
  • Leading or supporting system engineering technical reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR)
  • Assisting in preparation of proposals and presentation materials
  • Performing peer reviews of fellow team members' work
  • Developing and reviewing test plans and reports
  • Supporting the planning and execution of various kinds of testing including hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL), subsystem and system testing

Traveling to customer locations as needed (<25% anticipated)


The successful candidate has:

  • Minimum Experience/Skills:
    • Experience developing system requirements, system designs, and verification documentation
    • Leadership experience working within the Defense and/or Aerospace industry on complex programs
    • Experience with MBSE and Cameo
    • Excellent communication skills
    • Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with remotely distributed teams
    • Demonstrated technical leadership capabilities
    • Sense of ownership, urgency, and drive to accomplish results
  • Desired Experience/Skills
    • Experience in mechanical systems development
    • Experience with aircraft turbomachinery

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline from an accredited engineering university
  • 11-20 years of relevant industry experience
  • A U.S. DoD Secret Clearance or higher (or the ability to obtain such a clearance if needed)

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