Senior Defense Systems Engineer

SAAB; Peterboro (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

SAAB is seeking a Senior Staff Systems Engineer to lead complex defense manufacturing programs from concept through delivery. You will own system architecture, requirements, and integration for advanced air, land, and naval solutions, using MBSE to align multidisciplinary teams.

You’ll mentor engineers, collaborate globally, and drive innovative, mission-critical solutions that enhance long-term security worldwide.

Qualifications

• Experience leading large defense programs from concept through delivery.
• Proficient in model-based systems engineering (MBSE) and architecture definition.
• Knowledge of safety, reliability, and defense-related standards and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead system architecture, requirements, and integration for multi-domain platforms.
• Decompose customer needs and conduct trade studies to optimize designs.
• Oversee verification and validation activities to ensure success criteria are met.
• Mentor engineers and coordinate with global teams to drive program progress.
• Ensure compliance with safety and defense standards throughout the program lifecycle.

Skills

MBSE

Systems Engineering

Defense standards

Job description

SAAB is seeking a Senior Staff Systems Engineer to lead complex defense manufacturing programs from concept through delivery. You will own system architecture, requirements, and integration for advanced air, land, and naval solutions, using MBSE to align multidisciplinary teams. Responsibilities include decomposing customer needs, conducting trade studies, overseeing verification/validation, and ensuring compliance with safety, reliability, and defense standards. You’ll mentor engineers, collaborate globally, and drive innovative, mission-critical solutions that enhance long-term security worldwide.