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Tensley Consulting Inc.

$205 - $225/hr

Tensley Consulting is seeking an experienced System Engineer 3 to support a mission-focused program in Annapolis Junction, Maryland. The selected candidate will provide senior-level systems ...

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$72.58 - $88.24/hr

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Chipton Ross

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Job #218238 Chipton-Ross is seeking a Systems Engineer 3 for an onsite contract opening in Canoga Park, CA. REQUIREMENTS At least 4 years of relevant industry experience in systems engineering ...

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To thrive as a Systems Engineer III, you need advanced knowledge of systems architecture, troubleshooting, and integration, usually supported by a degree in computer science or a related field and several years of relevant experience. Familiarity with tools such as VMware, Linux/Windows server environments, scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell), and certifications like CompTIA Security+, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect, or Cisco CCNP are typically required. Strong problem-solving, analytical thinking, and effective communication skills help you collaborate across teams and address complex technical challenges. These skills are essential for designing, maintaining, and optimizing reliable IT systems that support organizational goals.

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Systems Engineer III

Science and Engineering Services, LLC

Huntsville, AL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Systems Engineer III to lead technical execution across multiple complex military aviation programs, spanning both rotary-wing and fixed-wing platforms. You will serve as a primary customer interface, lead Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), and steer major design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR). This role oversees requirements, architecture, risk, scheduling, and system testing while collaborating closely with engineering, operations, integration, and MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) teams.

Responsibilities
  • Customer Interface: Serve as the principal technical point of contact for military customers, sub-contractors, and external stakeholders.
  • IPT Leadership: Lead multi-disciplinary Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) to drive technical execution and program alignment.
  • Design Reviews: Plan, lead, and successfully execute formal aviation milestones including System Requirements Reviews (SRR), Preliminary Design Reviews (PDR), and Critical Design Reviews (CDR).
  • Multi-Program Leadership: Manage systems engineering execution across multiple concurrent fixed and rotary-wing military aviation programs.
  • Architecture & Digital Engineering: Define, develop, and maintain robust system architectures using Cameo and 3DExperience platforms.
  • Requirements & Risk: Oversee the decomposition, traceability, and validation of complex requirements while managing technical risks and schedule milestones.
  • Lifecycle Testing: Drive system integration, verification, and validation (V&V) planning, including defining test cases, managing test execution, and analyzing flight or laboratory data.
  • Cross-Functional Interface: Serve as the primary technical bridge between engineering, program management, quality, manufacturing, and operations, organizations to ensure seamless design-to-sustainment transitions.
Qualifications
  • Experience: Minimum of 12 years of progressive systems engineering experience in the military aerospace or defense industry.
  • Leadership & Communication: Proven success leading IPTs and presenting complex engineering data directly to military customers.
  • Platform Expertise: Proven background supporting both rotary-wing and fixed-wing aircraft development or modification programs.
  • Testing & Integration: Demonstrated experience in hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing, system integration labs (SIL), and formal qualification testing (QT).
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering.

Preferred Skills

  • Advanced, hands-on experience using Cameo Simulation Toolkit and the 3DExperience ecosystem for Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).
  • Strong knowledge of military airworthiness certification processes (e.g., MIL-HDBK-516C, AR 70-62).
  • Strong knowledge of military safety (e.g. MIL-STD-882E, SAE ARP 4754/4761)
  • Strong Knowledge of Design Assurance Guidelines for hardware and software (RTCA DO-254, RTCA DO-178C)
  • Team Leadership:  experience formally leading, mentoring, and direct-tasking a team of engineers.
Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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