Senior Systems Engineer, Space & Defense Solutions

General Atomics; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 158,000 - 277,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics (GA) Electromagnetic Systems in Herndon, VA seeks a Chief Systems Engineer to lead complex engineering programs for national security missions. The role focuses on system architecture, integration, and technical leadership across multidisciplinary teams and customer interfaces.

Applicants should have extensive systems engineering experience, strong communication skills, and US citizenship with the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor, master, or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Proven systems engineering leadership and project management.
• US Citizenship and ability to obtain Top Secret clearance.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with orbital dynamics, spacecraft design, and mission modeling.

Responsibilities

• Sets the overall technical vision and strategy for complex engineering solutions and program portfolios.
• Leads integration of engineering solutions across the environment and ensures documentation, testing, and safety compliance.
• Acts as chief engineer on contracts, coordinating with customers, government representatives, and internal teams.
• Directs development and implementation of engineering solutions including deployment and compliance with standards.
• Maintains confidentiality and observes all laws and internal policies.

Education

Bachelor's/Master's/PhD in engineering

Job description

General Atomics (GA) Electromagnetic Systems in Herndon, VA seeks a Chief Systems Engineer to lead complex engineering programs for national security missions. The role focuses on system architecture, integration, and technical leadership across multidisciplinary teams and customer interfaces.

Applicants should have extensive systems engineering experience, strong communication skills, and US citizenship with the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance.