Senior Systems Engineer I, Platform System Integration

V2X Inc; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Wellness programs

Paid time off

Learning resources

Employee assistance resources

Job summary

A technology firm in Indianapolis is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to support the development and integration of advanced systems. This role involves managing program development, leading design reviews, and collaborating across teams to ensure effective system integration. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, over 5 years of relevant experience, and strong communication skills. Benefits include life insurance, wellness programs, and more opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in systems, software, or hardware engineering.
• Strong understanding of the System Engineering Lifecycle and related processes.
• Experience with hardware/software integration and test procedure development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and integrate hardware and software systems on various platforms.
• Manage program development from concept through verification and validation.
• Lead requirements development and system design reviews.

Skills

Systems integration

Technical leadership

Communication skills

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related STEM field

Tools

Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools

Job description

V2X is seeking Senior Systems Engineers to join our Engineering team in Indianapolis to support development, integration, and lifecycle management of advanced systems across various platforms, with strong emphasis on technical expertise, DoD project support, and collaboration within cross-functional teams. This position offers a challenging and rewarding career path for engineers passionate about systems integration and supporting defense-related projects with opportunities to work on diverse and advanced technologies.

Job Description and Responsibilities

A Senior Systems Engineer in Indianapolis typically supports engineering teams by managing program development from concept through verification and validation. Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and integrating hardware and software systems on air, sea, or ground platforms.
• Leading requirements development, system design reviews, and test plan creation.
• Performing system integration, test execution, and troubleshooting complex systems.
• Creating trade studies and technical analyses to guide design decisions.
• Providing technical leadership and guidance to multidisciplinary teams within Integrated Product Teams (IPTs).
• Collaborating effectively with internal and external stakeholders across engineering, management, and customer organizations.
• Occasionally traveling to client sites for installations or troubleshooting.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related STEM field.
• 5+ years of experience in systems, software, or hardware engineering.
• Strong understanding of the System Engineering Lifecycle and related processes.
• Experience with hardware/software integration, test procedure development, and system verification.
• Proven leadership abilities and strong communication skills.
• U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain an active DoD Secret Clearance.

Desired Skills

• Knowledge and practical experience in network design, configuration, and troubleshooting
• Experience and/or knowledge of Agile techniques (Scrum, Kanban, Scrumban, SAFe, etc.)
• Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools and methodologies.
• Background working with DoD customers (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps).
• Supplier management and subsystem/component oversight experience.

Benefits include the following:

• Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
• Wellness programs
• Paid time off, including holidays
• Learning and Development resources
• Employee assistance resources

Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.