Senior Systems Engineer - MBSE, V&V, DoD Systems

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Sparks (NV); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

Life insurance

3 weeks paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation in Sparks, NV seeks a Senior Systems Engineer to lead requirements engineering, systems integration, V&V, and MBSE across large defense programs. You will mentor junior engineers, drive technical planning, risk management, and lifecycle management while coordinating with cross-functional teams in a hybrid work setting with occasional travel.

The role requires a strong engineering background, leadership skills, and proven experience in a multidisciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in systems engineering or related field.
• Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
• Expert proficiency with systems modeling and simulation tools.
• Proven leadership experience in systems engineering.
• Knowledge of multiple engineering principles and practices.
• Experience in multi-disciplinary design and development teams.
• Understanding of requirements management, system design, and V&V principles.

Responsibilities

• Handle advanced tasks in requirements engineering, systems integration, V&V, and MBSE.
• Lead system and decision analysis, technical planning, and risk management efforts.
• Take on significant project responsibilities and mentor junior engineers.
• Demonstrate expertise in architecture/design development, technical monitoring, and lifecycle management.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively to drive project success.
• Mentor less experienced team members.

Skills

Requirements engineering

Systems modeling

MBSE

V&V

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Tools

DOORS

Cameo

MATLAB

Job description

Sierra Nevada Corporation in Sparks, NV seeks a Senior Systems Engineer to lead requirements engineering, systems integration, V&V, and MBSE across large defense programs. You will mentor junior engineers, drive technical planning, risk management, and lifecycle management while coordinating with cross-functional teams in a hybrid work setting with occasional travel.

The role requires a strong engineering background, leadership skills, and proven experience in a multidisciplinary environment.