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Actalent

Sr. Systems Engineer

Rockford, MN

$109K - $150K/yr

Job Title: Sr Systems Engineer The Sr Systems Engineer plays a critical role in the development ... Support integration between autonomous vehicle systems, fleet management platforms, WMS/MES systems ...

Stratom

Senior Systems Engineer

Louisville, CO · On-site

$100K - $160K/yr

Engineering Employment Type: Full Time Location: Louisville, CO Compensation: $100,000 - $160,000 ... Integrating advanced autonomy with rugged industrial hardware for austere conditions. Our work ...

Metron

Autonomous Systems Software Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site

$180K - $213K/yr

... Engineer to design and develop algorithms, simulations, and visualization tools for autonomous ... System (ROS) or its equivalent • Active Security Clearance • Experience in Probability ...

General Robotics

Systems Engineer

Redmond, WA · On-site

$155K - $205K/yr

We aspire to become the starting point for AI-powered autonomous systems across a diverse set of scenarios. Position Overview We are seeking a Systems Engineer to join our team in Redmond, WA. We ...

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As of Jul 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time autonomous systems 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 Full Time Autonomous Systems Engineer vs Autonomous Vehicle Software Engineer?

AspectFull Time Autonomous Systems EngineerAutonomous Vehicle Software Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Robotics, Computer Science, or Electrical EngineeringBachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related fields
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, automotive companies, tech firms working on autonomous systemsAutomotive industry, tech companies developing vehicle software
Industry UsageDesigning and integrating autonomous systems across various platformsDeveloping software specifically for autonomous vehicle functions

While both roles focus on autonomous technology, the Full Time Autonomous Systems Engineer has a broader scope, working on entire systems and integration, whereas the Autonomous Vehicle Software Engineer concentrates on software development for vehicle-specific functionalities.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Autonomous Systems Engineer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 87% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $127,215 per year, or $61.2 per hour.
Senior Systems Engineer - Autonomous Maritime Platforms

Senior Systems Engineer - Autonomous Maritime Platforms

General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc

Taunton, MA • On-site

$100K - $111K/yr

Full-time

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Re-posted 16 days ago

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Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

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Job description

Basic Qualifications
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 2+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree and 6 months of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred,
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
Responsibilities for this Position
ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:
As a Senior Systems Engineer for the Autonomous Maritime Platforms Business, you'll be a member of a highly skilled cross functional team responsible for the development, implementation, and testing of advanced autonomous systems. We are looking for a dynamic engineer with a broad range of engineering or systems engineering experience to contribute to design and test of various systems with the aspirations of becoming a team lead within the organization. In this role you will manage a digital model of the system and leverage your engienering experience to support system requirements, design, analysis, verification and validation activities for a unmanned undersea vehicle (UUV) that is actively going through production and test.
We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences:
  • Strong background in the Undersea Domain and Systems engineer process, concepts, and principles
  • Knowledge of autonomous/unmanned undersea vehicles (AUV/UUVs) technologies, principles, theories and concepts, as well as practical experience
  • Experience working in a test or production environment, working with government/Navy organizations, and/or vendor management experience
  • Proficiency with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) practices and tools
  • Generation of technical engineer design products through use of applicable standards, best practices, and tools throughout the systems development life cycle
  • Experience or desire to work in a fast-paced, agile environment developing prototypes and testing cutting edge technology

What sets you apart:
  • Clear understanding of systems engineering concepts, principles, theories, and technical standards
  • Clear understanding of requirements management and system modeling tools
  • Creative thinker with ability to grasp and apply new information quickly and handle increasing responsibilities with growing complexity
  • Detailed oriented project planning working across multi-discipline teams
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others
  • Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

Our Commitment to You:
  • An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
  • Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation's security
  • Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
  • Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
  • See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

Workplace Options:
This position is fully on-site or Hybrid/Flex.
While on-site, you will be a part of the Taunton, MA facility [https://gdmissionsystems.com/about-us/major-locations/taunton].
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Salary Note
This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.
Combined Salary Range
USD $100,153.00 - USD $111,108.00 /Yr.
Company Overview
General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

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