Senior Systems Engineer, Airborne & Military TS/SCI

Bowhead; Lexington Park (MD); On-site; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Bowhead is seeking a Systems Engineer for an upcoming effort in Patuxent River, MD. The Systems Engineer will provide technical leadership in identifying, developing, designing, and testing solutions to complex engineering problems involving computer and computer-related equipment.

This position will apply advanced systems engineering methods and tools to support the development, integration, and testing of complex military systems and airborne platforms.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in engineering or related scientific field from an accredited college or university.
• 14 total years of experience if using degree substitution.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant professional experience (14 years with substitution).
• At least 3 years of experience directly related to airborne systems.
• Demonstrated knowledge of applying systems engineering to complex hardware systems.
• Security clearance: Top Secret with SCI eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Identify, formulate, and develop solutions to complex engineering problems.
• Apply systems engineering methodologies and tools to support advanced system development.
• Research, design, develop, and test computer hardware and related equipment.
• Support engineering development activities involving complex military systems.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance on engineering projects.
• Coordinate and oversee the work of engineering team members.
• Track project progress and participate in planning, resource allocation, and event coordination.
• Oversee manufacturing and installation of computer-related equipment and components.

Skills

Systems engineering knowledge

Airborne systems experience

Technical leadership

Project coordination

Education

Master's degree in Engineering/Mathematics/Physics/related field

Bachelor's degree + 4 years experience substitution

Job description

Bowhead is seeking a Systems Engineer for an upcoming effort in Patuxent River, MD. The Systems Engineer will provide technical leadership in identifying, developing, designing, and testing solutions to complex engineering problems involving computer and computer-related equipment.

This position will apply advanced systems engineering methods and tools to support the development, integration, and testing of complex military systems and airborne platforms.