System Engineer

CoAspire, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) with company match

PTO and Federal holidays

Job summary

CoAspire, LLC in Northern Virginia is seeking a Systems Engineer to support the Chief Engineer and program management on advanced missile programs. You will help develop and decompose requirements, create ICDs, and deliver key systems engineering artifacts from concept through production.

This role blends individual contribution with team collaboration across engineering disciplines to ensure traceability, compliance, and performance. Location is onsite in Fairfax or Manassas, VA.

Qualifications

• 2–7 years of systems engineering experience in aerospace/defense.
• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Strong experience with requirements management, interface management, verification planning, and technical documentation (CDRLs, ICDs, etc.).
• Broad systems engineering experience including CONOPS development and verification & validation activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing, managing, and maintaining system goals and expectations across all design phases.
• Support the preparation and delivery of design review artifacts to the customer (PDR/CDR).
• Maintain Interface Control Documents across engineering teams.
• Perform requirements analysis, trade studies, and risk assessments.
• Ensure proper flow-down of requirements to subsystems and suppliers with traceability.

Skills

Systems engineering

Requirements management

Interface management

Verification & validation

Technical documentation

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication skills

Education

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

Tools

Requirements management tools

Job description

CoAspire is a cutting-edge defense manufacturing leader in Northern Virginia, specializing in the precision assembly of advanced weapons systems. With over thirteen years of a legacy of innovation, we're at the forefront of building reliable, affordable mass weapons that protect and empower our nation’s warfighters. Our tight-knit team thrives in a collaborative environment where safety, quality, and work-life balance come first with a focus on professional growth at our new 27,000+ sq. ft. facility. Join us to make a tangible impact on mission-critical technology while enjoying Northern Virginia's vibrant community.

Position: You will serve as a Systems Engineer supporting the Chief Engineer and program management on advanced missile programs. In this role, you will assist in the development and decomposition of technical requirements (along with the MBSE team), contract deliverables, interface control documents, and other key systems engineering deliverables from early concept through production. This cross-functional position combines individual contribution with team support, working closely with systems, software, electrical, mechanical, GNC, test and other engineers to ensure system capabilities are properly defined, allocated, traced, and verified while maintaining design integrity, traceability, and compliance with performance, safety, and security standards.

Location: Onsite - Fairfax or Manassas, VA

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Chief Engineer in developing, managing, and maintaining system goals and expectations, across all phases of design, development, integration and test.
• Support the preparation, review, and delivery of design review artifacts and other technical documentation to the customer, including, but not limited to PDR and CDR events.
• Support technical teams with the development and maintenance of Interface Control Documents (ICDs) and similar documents across engineering teams.
• Perform requirements analysis, trade studies, and risk assessments to support system architecture and design decisions on an as-needed basis.
• Ensure proper flow-down of requirements to subsystems and suppliers and maintain traceability throughout the lifecycle.
• Incorporate technical inputs and documentation from other engineering disciplines and external stakeholders into the overall systems engineering baseline.
• Conduct requirements and design reviews to identify inconsistencies, gaps, or risks, and support implementation of corrective actions on an as-needed basis.
• Interface directly with senior leadership, DoW stakeholders, subcontractors, and company leadership to align systems engineering efforts with program needs and milestones.

Basic Qualifications:

• 2–7 years of systems engineering experience in aerospace/defense.
• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Strong experience with requirements management, interface management, verification planning, and technical documentation (CDRLs, ICDs, etc.).
• Broad systems engineering experience, including requirements development, system architecture/design support, CONOPS development, and verification & validation activities.
• Proven ability to work effectively in dynamic, fast-paced, team-oriented environments and support technical leadership.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to independently execute tasks and drive progress on assigned deliverables.
• U.S. citizenship and current Secret clearance (or ability to obtain and maintain one).
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Systems Engineering or related field.
• Experience with commercial requirements management tools.
• Familiarity with military specifications and/or other defense systems engineering standards.
• Experience in missile systems, guidance/navigation, or defense/aerospace programs.
• Prior experience supporting a Chief Engineer or technical lead on a major program.

What We Offer:

Beyond competitive pay, we offer:

• Full benefits beginning first of month following hire: medical, dental and vision
• 401(k) with generous company match and immediate vesting
• PTO and Federal holidays

The anticipated salary range for this position is $110,000-$165,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity.