Senior Systems Engineer - Defense (Security Clearance Eligible)

Dignitas Technologies; Orlando (FL); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Dignitas Technologies, a By Light company, seeks a Senior Systems Engineer to lead the planning, development, and delivery of military simulation system DOs. You will guide lifecycle activities, define requirements, design architectures, and verify systems in collaboration with government stakeholders.

The role requires working with cross-functional teams, delivering CDRL artifacts, and providing technical mentorship. Hybrid work may be possible; travel to customer sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or related technical field.
• 10+ years of experience in systems engineering or related discipline.
• Experience with systems engineering lifecycle processes (requirements, design, integration, test, and verification).
• Experience with AGILE development; Scrum Product Owner or Scrum Master is a plus.
• Experience with development in high fidelity game engines (Unity Preferred).
• Experience working with government customers and understanding of DoD acquisition processes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to lead technical efforts and manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the development of delivery orders (DOs) from initiation through completion on military simulation system applications.
• Analyze, decompose, and define system-level requirements aligned with customer needs.
• Design system architectures and ensure integration across multiple subsystems.
• Develop and execute system verification and validation plans.
• Coordinate and participate in milestone testing events with government customers.
• Coordinate, develop, and deliver technical CDRL documentation in accordance with project DD-1423 and DID requirements.
• Coordinate and direct project staff to develop operations, maintenance, and troubleshooting scenarios.
• Ensure technical performance, quality, and compliance with contractual requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including software, graphics, and program management.
• Serve as the primary technical interface with customers, stakeholders, and end users.
• Organize and conduct integration events, technical briefings, and planning events.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies through the system lifecycle.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.

Skills

Systems engineering leadership

Agile development

Requirements analysis

System lifecycle knowledge

Communication skills

DoD acquisition understanding

Team mentorship

Technical interface with customers

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or CS

Tools

Unity

MS Project

MBSE tools

Job description

Dignitas Technologies, a By Light company, seeks a Senior Systems Engineer to lead the planning, development, and delivery of military simulation system DOs. You will guide lifecycle activities, define requirements, design architectures, and verify systems in collaboration with government stakeholders.

The role requires working with cross-functional teams, delivering CDRL artifacts, and providing technical mentorship. Hybrid work may be possible; travel to customer sites may be required.