Lead Systems Engineer – Defense Communications (On-Site)

Caliola Engineering, LLC; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 135,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible PTO

Subsidized health insurance

401(k) matching

Professional development

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Caliola Engineering, LLC, based in Colorado Springs, CO, is seeking a Lead Systems Engineer to design, develop, and deliver advanced defense communications solutions. You will own key systems engineering activities across the program lifecycle, from requirements to verification and validation, collaborating with hardware, software, and other technical teams.

The role demands strong technical judgment, independence, and the ability to drive solutions while aligning with program goals and customer

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of directly relevant professional experience in systems engineering.
• Clearance: DoD Secret level or higher.
• Experience with communications systems (RF, wireless, satellite) is required.

Responsibilities

• Define, analyze, document, and maintain system requirements and traceability.
• Allocate requirements to hardware, software, and subsystems with traceability through verification.
• Develop and evaluate system architectures and lead technical planning.

Skills

Systems engineering

Requirements management

System integration

Verification & validation

Trade studies & risk assessment

Stakeholder communication

MS Office

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in systems engineering or related field

Job description

Caliola Engineering, LLC, based in Colorado Springs, CO, is seeking a Lead Systems Engineer to design, develop, and deliver advanced defense communications solutions. You will own key systems engineering activities across the program lifecycle, from requirements to verification and validation, collaborating with hardware, software, and other technical teams.

The role demands strong technical judgment, independence, and the ability to drive solutions while aligning with program goals and customer