Senior Systems Engineer

CAE Inc; City of Binghamton (NY); On-site; USD 153,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Work-life balance

Professional development

Job summary

CAE USA Inc. in Binghamton, NY is seeking a Systems Engineer to shape the high-fidelity simulator systems powering real-time training devices for pilots and maintainers. You will modernize legacy platforms, integrate new capabilities, and ensure realism and reliability that keeps pilots mission ready.

The role requires 8+ years in mission-critical systems, strong leadership, and DoD clearance eligibility. Occasional overtime, shift work, and CONUS travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering (or related discipline).
• 8+ years of experience in systems engineering for mission-critical or real-time environments.
• Proven leadership, mentoring teams, and delivering high-quality software in high-stakes environments.
• Ability to obtain/maintain a DoD Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship required.
• Flexibility for occasional overtime, shift work, weekend work, and CONUS travel.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain core systems that ensure reliable, high performing simulator operation.
• Modernize legacy simulator systems with enhancements, new features, and optimized stability.
• Collaborate with software and hardware teams to integrate system components into real-time training devices.
• Support system reviews and cross-functional innovation to evolve next-generation training capabilities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex system issues across modern and legacy platforms.
• Contribute to systems that directly support pilot readiness and mission safety.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Real-time systems

Systems engineering

DoD clearance eligibility

Travel readiness

Education

Electrical Engineering

Computer Engineering

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MIL-STD-810

MIL-STD-461

ARINC/RTCA

Job description

Who We Are

CAE Vision: Our vision is to be the worldwide partner of choice in defense and security, and civil aviation by revolutionizing our customers’ training and critical operations with digitally immersive solutions to elevate safety, efficiency and readiness.

CAE Defense & Security Mission: CAE's Defense and Security business unit focuses on helping prepare military customers to develop and maintain the highest levels of mission readiness.

CAE Values: Empowerment, Innovation, Excellence, Integrity and OneCAE make us who we are and we strive to make a difference in the world while helping each other succeed.

What We Have to Offer

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package and flexibility that promotes work-life balance
• A work environment where all employees are valued, respected and safe
• Freedom to succeed by enabling team members to deliver, take initiatives and make decisions
• Recognition, professional development, advancement and having fun!

Summary

Join CAE in Binghamton, NY — Build Mission Ready Training Systems At CAE, we create mission critical simulation technology that prepares pilots and maintainers for the toughest real world missions. As a Systems Engineer, you’ll shape the systems powering our high fidelity flight and mission simulators—modernizing legacy platforms, integrating new capabilities, and ensuring the realism and reliability that keeps pilots mission ready.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What You’ll Do:

• Design and maintain core systems that ensure reliable, high performing simulator operation.
• Modernize legacy simulator systems with enhancements, new features, and optimized stability.
• Collaborate with software and hardware teams to integrate system components seamlessly into real time training devices.
• Support system reviews and cross functional innovation to evolve next generation training capabilities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex system issues across modern and legacy platforms.
• Contribute to systems that directly support pilot readiness and mission safety.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• 8+ years of experience in systems engineering for mission‑critical or real‑time environments.
• Proven leadership skills, with a track record of mentoring teams, driving technical innovation, and delivering high-quality software in high-stakes environments.
• Strong problem‑solving instincts and a passion for building reliable, high‑performance systems.
• Ability to obtain/maintain a DoD Secret clearance and Special Program Access; U.S. citizenship required.
• Flexibility for occasional overtime, shift work, weekend work, and CONUS travel.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of MIL‑STD‑810, MIL‑STD‑461, MIL‑STD‑704; ARINC / RTCA experience preferred.
• Experience working in Waterfall and/or Agile/Scrum environments.
• Defense or military experience and comfort operating in both Traditional and Agile environments.

Why You’ll Love Working at CAE

• Your engineering directly supports pilot readiness and mission safety around the globe.
• You’ll be part of a company with 75 years of innovation in simulation and immersive training technology.
• You’ll work in a collaborative, high‑impact environment where your ideas fuel next‑generation training systems.
• You’ll grow your career alongside talented engineers who are passionate about technical excellence and real‑world impact.

Why Binghamton?

• Binghamton offers the perfect blend of opportunity and lifestyle—affordable living, a growing tech scene, access to Binghamton University, and endless outdoor recreation.
• Whether you’re local or relocating, you’ll find a supportive community and room to thrive.

Security Responsibilities

Must complywith all company security and data protection / usage policies and procedures. Personally responsible for proper marking and handling of all information and materials, in any form. Shall not divulge any information, or afford access, to other employees not having a need-to-know. Shall not divulge information outside company without management approval. All government and proprietary information will be accessed and stored electronically on company provided resources.

Incumbent must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance.

Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.

Work Environment

Duties performed in an office environment and manufacturing facility. Must be able to work overtime on and off-shifts as required. The employee is on call 24x7 for the resolution of problems and issues.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Must be able to perform normal office duties (e.g.sitting for long periods at a desk)

Must be able to travel CONUS/OCONUS via car and airplane

Must be able to climb stairs to enter and exit a simulator

Salary Range

Salary Range: $153,300.00 - $169,500.00 The actual compensation rate is subject to the evaluation of the following factors (but not limited to): the candidate's work experience, qualifications, skills, internal equity, and market.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CAE USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to any protected characteristic, including disability and protected veteran status, as defined under federal, state, or local laws.

Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [e-mail]

Position Type Regular

Equal Opportunity Employer CAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success.

Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [e-mail].

About CAE

About CAE At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we’ve driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.

Position Type: Regular

Position Type Regular

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CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted. Welcome to CAE! As a global leader in Civil Aviation and Defense & Security across 40 countries, we advance together as One CAE, fueled by thousands of passionate individuals operating in a culture where everyone can thrive. We hold ourselves accountable for building an inclusive community at every level, and our comprehensive benefits support you professionally and personally. Together, we are All For shaping a future where safety, sustainability, and inclusivity lead the way. Join us and be part of something bigger—where your impact reaches beyond CAE and helps shape the world of tomorrow.