Lead Systems Engineering Manager

Elbit Systems of America, LLC; Fort Worth (TX); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 schedule

401(k) program

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Life Insurance

Flexible Vacation & PTO

Employee Referral Program

Voluntary Benefits

Tricare Supplement

Job summary

Elbit America is seeking a Manager of Systems Engineering to lead the Systems Engineering team and act as the technical and people leader across the full lifecycle of defense programs. The role demands deep experience in requirements analysis, architecture, integration, verification, and validation, with focus on cost and risk management.

The manager will guide cross‑functional teams, transition R&D concepts into production baselines, and ensure customer objectives are met with high quality and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering fields.
• 10+ years of systems engineering experience.
• Eligible to obtain Security Clearance.
• Strong written and oral communication; ability to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead full lifecycle systems engineering: requirements analysis, architecture, integration, verification, and validation.
• Oversee system concept development, design, prototyping, testing, installation, fielding, and sustainment.
• Transition advanced technologies from R&D into production baselines and operational systems.
• Direct and support software and hardware integration; hands-on troubleshooting of complex multifunctional systems.
• Apply technical expertise across avionics, ground combat systems, vehicle architectures, mission systems, and survivability subsystems.
• Develop system-level requirements, CONOPS, mission needs, and interface definitions aligned to customer objectives.
• Produce, review, and approve system documentation including specifications, standards, safety artifacts, test plans, and procedures.
• Execute Model‑Based Systems Engineering practices to define architectures, conduct analyses, and guide system development.
• Lead trade studies and evaluate alternatives to optimize system performance, cost, reliability, and schedule.
• Coordinate cross‑functional engineering activities, ensuring technical integrity, cost discipline, schedule adherence, and customer satisfaction.
• Serve as primary customer interface, capturing the Voice of the Customer and translating needs into actionable requirements and technical direction.
• Lead, mentor, and develop engineering staff, driving workforce planning, performance evaluation, role alignment, and team collaboration.

Skills

Systems engineering

Leadership

Requirements analysis

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Elbit America is seeking a Manager of Systems Engineering to lead the Systems Engineering team and act as the technical and people leader across the full lifecycle of defense programs. The role demands deep experience in requirements analysis, architecture, integration, verification, and validation, with focus on cost and risk management.

The manager will guide cross‑functional teams, transition R&D concepts into production baselines, and ensure customer objectives are met with high quality and