Senior Systems Engineer

Leidos; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 87,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos Maritime Systems Division seeks a systems engineer with MBSE, requirements development, test planning and procedures, and algorithm development for a buoy-based program featuring a software defined radio. The role emphasizes hardware/software integration and collaboration in an Agile environment.

Applicants should have a BS in a relevant field (or MS with experience), 4+ years (or 2+ years for MS) and an active Secret clearance, with strong communication skills and a systems engineering

Qualifications

• US Citizenship required.
• BS degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or Mathematics and 4+ years of experience or MS with 2+ years.
• Active Secret clearance.
• Experience in all phases of Systems Engineering including requirements, algorithms, integration, test, and modeling.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support development and maintenance of systems engineering artifacts: requirements, SysML models, test plans, test procedures, formal test reports.

Skills

MBSE

Requirements development

Test plan creation

Algorithm development

Hardware/software integration

Customer communication

SysML

Education

BS in Computer Science/Engineering/Math/Physics

MS with 2+ years experience

Tools

SysML

Atlassian toolset

Cameo/Magic Draw

MATLAB

Job description

Description

The Maritime Systems Division of Leidos is seeking a systems engineer with experience Model Based Systems Engineering, requirements development, test plan and procedure creation, and algorithm development. A successful candidate will have a strong understanding of systems engineering processes and experience with hardware/software integration. Customer communication skills are highly desirable.

The candidate should work well in a collaborative environment, understand Agile development methodologies, and seek to identify and champion both technical and process innovations.

The C4I Prototype is a new product that is rapidly maturing and nearing readiness for deployment. The program provides for deployment, monitoring, and communications of a buoy that includes a software defined radio. The implementation in Rust controls the radio in meeting key mission objectives. Tasking and responsibilities will vary depending on project objectives and may extend to programs beyond the C4I Prototype.

Primary Responsibilities

Support the development and maintenance of systems engineering artifacts including:

• Requirements
• SysML models
• Test Plans
• Test Procedures
• Formal Test Reports

Basic Qualifications

• US Citizenship required
• Requires BS degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or Mathematics and 4+ years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 2+ years of prior relevant experience.
• Active Secret clearance
• Proven experience in all phases of Systems Engineering including requirements, algorithms, integration, test, and modeling
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills are required for an effective interface with all internal and external contacts.
• Possess business and technical vision
• Experience with SysML

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with the Navy’s Cooperative Engagement Capability
• Experience using the Atlassian toolset
• Experience with Cameo/Magic Draw
• Experience in Agile development methods, including Scrum
• Experience developing and giving presentations to a government customer
• Experience with MATLAB is beneficial.

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Pay Range:

Pay Range $87,100.00 - $157,450.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.