Senior Aerospace Systems Engineer

Mountain Top Talent LLC; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

A technology solutions firm is seeking a Systems Engineer to support DoD programs in Grand Rapids, MI. Responsibilities include managing system-level requirements for aviation systems, integrating software, and ensuring compliance with DoD standards. Candidates must hold a relevant degree and have significant experience in systems engineering, preferably in regulated environments. This position supports vital defense technologies and offers opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative team setting.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in systems engineering within aerospace or defense.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.
• Understanding of cybersecurity and mission assurance principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage system-level requirements for aviation and ground platforms.
• Support integration of embedded software into systems.
• Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance with requirements.

Skills

Systems engineering

Software/hardware integration

DoD acquisition lifecycle

Cybersecurity principles

Proficient with systems engineering tools

Education

Bachelors or Masters degree in Systems Engineering or related field

Tools

IBM DOORS

Cameo

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

• Location: [Remote] / Preferred Locations Dallas, TX, Huntsville, AL or GrandRapids, MI
• Clearance Required: Secret (or higher), or ability to obtain
• Job Type: Full-time
• Travel: Travel 10% of the time to customer sites and Jovian HQ.

Position Summary

• We are seeking a mission-focused Systems Engineer to support the design, development, integration, and lifecycle management of aviation and ground systems for Department of Defense (DoD) programs. The ideal candidate brings expertise in systems engineering, software / hardware integration, and activities related to full lifecycle of products and systems. The candidate must be comfortable operating in a secure, regulated, and cross-domain environment and be able to manage their task independently. You will help develop mission-critical systems supporting warfighter operations, platform sustainment, and modernization efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage system-level requirements and architectures for complex aviation and ground platforms.
• Perform system decomposition and traceability using tools such as DOORS, Cameo, or similar.
• Support integration of embedded software, avionics, sensors, into aviation and ground-based systems.
• Support development and verification in accordance with DoD standards. Participate in trade studies, CONOPS development, system modeling, and simulation.
• Learn multiple subsystems and acquire domain knowledge about systems usage to support full lifecycle development and sustainment activities.
• Use AI and other tools to accelerate the learning and create deliverables for the customers.
• Support system integration labs (SILs), hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing, and field tests.
• Generate and review key systems engineering documentation such as System Requirement Specifications (SRS), Interface Control Documents (ICD), System / Software Design Documents (SDD), Systems Engineering Plans (SEP), etc.
• Collaborate across functional teams, government stakeholders, and contractors to ensure compliance with technical, cybersecurity, and operational requirements.
• Contribute to risk management, configuration control, and technical reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR).

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field.
• 10 years of experience in systems engineering within aerospace, defense, or similar regulated environments.
• Working knowledge of DoD acquisition lifecycle (DoDI 5000 series) and SE standards (e.g., INCOSE, IEEE 15288).
• Experience with software/hardware integration on airborne or ground platforms.
• Proficient with systems engineering tools (e.g., IBM DOORS, Cameo, Rhapsody, MATLAB/Simulink).
• Understanding of cybersecurity and mission assurance principles (e.g., RMF, STIGs).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Secret or Top Secret clearance.
• Operational experience as a veteran.
• Familiarity with MBSE and SysML-based modeling.
• Background in test planning and execution in military environments.
• Knowledge of safety‑critical and airworthiness requirements.

Why Join Us

• Work on high‑impact DoD programs supporting national defense and missionreadiness.
• Engage with cutting‑edge technologies across air, ground, and joint service domains.
• Be part of a collaborative and innovative team working at the intersection of technology and mission success.
• Competitive compensation, professional development, and growth opportunities in a secure, high‑tech environment.