Senior Systems Engineer, Warfighter Optics

Elbit Systems of America; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 work schedule

Competitive 401(k) program

Robust medical, dental, and vision coverage

Flexible Vacation & PTO

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Elbit Systems of America is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer in Roanoke, Virginia, to lead system-level engineering efforts. The role involves managing requirements, integrating systems, and ensuring product effectiveness throughout all development phases. Candidates should have extensive experience in systems engineering, particularly within the aerospace or defense sectors.

Key benefits include competitive compensation, flexible vacation, and comprehensive medical coverage.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of systems engineering experience in aerospace or defense.
• Ability to obtain a secret clearance is required.
• Proficient communication skills with multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead system-level integration testing across HW, FW, SW, optics.
• Own pre-reliability screening activities for system risks.
• Provide Go/No-Go recommendations at qualification milestones.

Skills

Systems engineering experience

Aerospace or defense industry knowledge

Requirements management

Technical leadership

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Master of Science in Engineering (preferred)

Tools

Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) with Cameo

VIS-NIR cameras

Electro-Optical imaging systems

Job description

Elbit Systems of America is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer in Roanoke, Virginia, to lead system-level engineering efforts. The role involves managing requirements, integrating systems, and ensuring product effectiveness throughout all development phases. Candidates should have extensive experience in systems engineering, particularly within the aerospace or defense sectors.

Key benefits include competitive compensation, flexible vacation, and comprehensive medical coverage.