Remote Systems Engineering Lead — DoD Programs & Roadmaps

Ladders; United States; On-site; USD 131,000 - 237,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Skill development

Collaborative culture

Flexible remote options

Air Force projects

Job summary

Ladders in the United States is seeking a Systems Engineer Lead to drive the systems engineering lifecycle for complex DoD programs, focusing on integration, technical coordination, and maintaining critical artifacts.

The role serves as the primary interface with customers and stakeholders, partnering with the technical program manager to shape roadmaps, manage risks, and ensure disciplined execution across the program.

Qualifications

• Requirements include Top Secret clearance with ability to obtain SCI clearance.
• Experience with DoD programs and systems engineering principles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for technical collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Provide expertise in Systems Engineering Lifecycle phases.
• Maintain systems engineering artifacts.
• Serve as the primary interface with customer and stakeholders.
• Lead technical information exchange to support program goals.
• Develop technical roadmaps with the technical program manager.
• Document risks, requirements, and system constraints effectively.
• Deliver performance feedback and guidance to team members.

Skills

Security clearance

SysML & Agile tools

Strong communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Master's degree in a relevant field

Job description

Ladders in the United States is seeking a Systems Engineer Lead to drive the systems engineering lifecycle for complex DoD programs, focusing on integration, technical coordination, and maintaining critical artifacts.

The role serves as the primary interface with customers and stakeholders, partnering with the technical program manager to shape roadmaps, manage risks, and ensure disciplined execution across the program.