Senior Systems Engineer

CACI International Inc; Belgrade (MT); On-site; USD 78,000 - 163,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Retirement benefits

Continuing education opportunities

Job summary

CACI International Inc is looking for a Senior Systems Engineer in Belgrade, MT to join their advanced engineering team. This role involves testing and supporting both mature and next-generation gimbal systems, with up to 25% travel required. The ideal candidate will have 5–8 years of electro-mechanical systems experience.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $78,000 - $163,800 based on experience and other factors, and provides opportunities for professional growth and continued education.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of professional engineering experience.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead local product testing and engineering support.
• Support customer integration and product rollouts.
• Mentor and develop junior engineering team members.

Skills

Electro-mechanical systems

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Senior Systems Engineer
Job Category: Engineering
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%
Type of Travel: Continental US

We are seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join our advanced engineering team specializing in multi‑sensor EO/IR and gyro‑stabilized gimbals. This role combines hands‑on technical leadership, product support, customer integration, and mentorship of a growing U.S. engineering team. The ideal candidate will bring 5–8 years of electro‑mechanical systems experience and thrive in a dynamic environment supporting both mature and next‑generation gimbal systems.

This position is based out of our Belgrade, MT office, requiring significant collaboration with our Melbourne, Australia office. The role involves up to 25% travel for hands‑on testing activities and customer site visits.

Responsibilities

• Lead local product testing, validation, and engineering support for advanced gimbal platforms, coordinating test activities and providing systems engineering expertise for design accommodations and troubleshooting
• Support customer integration activities and product rollouts, providing technical support and engineering presence for U.S. customers
• Serve as local engineering point of contact for product upgrades, RMAs, and technical program support, providing critical engineering backup to program management
• Collaborate with greater engineering team off‑site in providing system‑level feedback and design input
• Lead product test events or customer demonstrations for R&D or sales
• Mentor and develop junior engineering team members, bringing external experience from mature engineering organizations to foster technical growth
• Provide technical representation in customer meetings, sales activities, and field support scenarios
• Respond to production issues and customer site challenges, working collaboratively with field service teams
• Contribute to custom product developments, continuous improvement initiatives, and represent customer technical needs in product planning discussions

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or similar discipline with relevant experience
• 5–8 years of professional engineering experience
• Experience with electro‑mechanical systems design, integration, or support
• Strong problem‑solving and systems‑level thinking abilities
• Excellent communication skills with ability to interface with customers, sales teams, and cross‑functional engineering groups
• U.S. Citizenship
• Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance
• Self‑motivated with ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Desired

• Experience with optical systems or EO/IR sensors
• Experience with gyro‑stabilized platforms or gimbal systems
• Experience with laser systems and laser safety protocols
• FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate (drone pilot)
• Background in defense or aerospace industry
• Familiarity with test and validation processes for complex electro‑mechanical systems
• Experience supporting product integration at customer sites
• Knowledge of RMA processes and field service support
• Understanding of Requirements Management and Systems Engineering best practices
• Hands‑on experience with manufacturing support and production issue resolution
• Active Secret security clearance
• Experience with CUAS systems or similar
• Experience with UAS systems or similar

Pay Range

The Proposed Salary Range For This Position Is $78,000 - $163,800

Pay is influenced by geographic location, contract categories, experience, skills, education, and certifications. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and learning and development opportunities, including healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time‑off benefits.

Custodial Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.