Senior Systems Engineer – Defense Simulation & Lifecycle

Dignitas-Technologies-LL; Orlando (FL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision coverage

401(k) matching

Long Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Generous Leave Policy (11 Federal Hols

Job summary

Dignitas Technologies in Orlando, FL, seeks a Senior Systems Engineer to lead system delivery orders from concept to delivery in a hybrid work setting. You will guide lifecycle activities, collaborate with government customers, and mentor junior engineers. Strong DoD exposure and agile experience are valued.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration with software, graphics, and program management teams, ensuring performance, quality, and compliance across projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or a related technical field.
• 10+ years of experience in systems engineering or related discipline.
• Experience with lifecycle processes (requirements, design, integration, test, verification).
• AGILE development experience; CSPO or CSM is a plus.
• Unity game engine experience preferred.
• Experience with DoD acquisition processes and government customers.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the development of delivery orders 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 milestone testing events with government customers.
• Prepare and deliver technical CDRL documentation per DD-1423 and DID.
• Direct project staff to develop operations, maintenance, and troubleshooting scenarios.
• Ensure technical performance and compliance with contractual requirements.
• Collaborate with software, graphics, and program management teams.
• Serve as primary technical interface with customers and stakeholders.
• Organize integration events and technical briefings for varied audiences.
• Identify risks and develop mitigations throughout the lifecycle.

Skills

Agile development

Unity

Leadership

MS Project

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or related field

Tools

MBSE tools

INCOSE / ISO/IEC/IEEE 15288

Job description

Dignitas Technologies in Orlando, FL, seeks a Senior Systems Engineer to lead system delivery orders from concept to delivery in a hybrid work setting. You will guide lifecycle activities, collaborate with government customers, and mentor junior engineers. Strong DoD exposure and agile experience are valued.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration with software, graphics, and program management teams, ensuring performance, quality, and compliance across projects.