Systems Engineer

NDI Engineering; Lakehurst (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Lakehurst, NJ, seeks a Systems Engineer to join its AAG/EMALS team. The successful candidate will drive the design and integration of advanced systems crucial for naval aviation technologies. Responsibilities include leading technical activities, managing system interfaces, conducting reviews, and preparing documentation. Applicants should possess a Bachelor's in engineering and have a minimum of 5 years in Systems Engineering within DoD or NAVAIR environments. Competitive benefits and opportunities for growth are provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Systems Engineering, preferably within DoD or NAVAIR environments.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Must be a US citizen and be able to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate technical activities for lifecycle-optimized systems.
• Manage internal and external system interfaces for compatibility.
• Support and execute technical reviews, ensuring compliance with criteria.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies for program stability.

Skills

Analytical skills

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerBi

JIRA

Job description

NDI is looking for a Systems Engineer to join our high-impact team within the AAG/EMALS Systems Engineering team. In this role, you will play a critical part in the design, development, integration, and fielding of advanced systems supporting complex naval aviation platforms and technologies. This division is responsible for systems engineering management, planning, analysis, and requirements analysis.

You will contribute to the development of aircraft systems, ship integration efforts, and cutting-edge enabling technologies. Your efforts will directly support the execution of the Department of Defense for major weapons systems. The role focuses on ensuring the system meets all requirements, including performance, safety, and compatibility, throughout their entire lifecycle.

Role and Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate technical activities to ensure stakeholder needs are translated into effective, lifecycle-optimized systems.
• Manage internal and external system interfaces for compatibility and performance.
• Conduct system architecture design, component selection, and integration planning to meet all requirements.
• Ensure alignment of system design with functional and physical requirements across hardware, software, data, and infrastructure.
• Provide expert technical guidance to multidisciplinary teams, including systems, hardware, software, test, cybersecurity, and safety.
• Apply extensive knowledge of Systems Engineering for major weapon systems in alignment with the DoD 5000 Acquisition framework.
• Support and execute technical reviews and major milestones (SRRs, PDRs, Milestone A, etc.), ensuring technical rigor and compliance with all criteria.
• Assist with the development of technical guidance, instructions, and program documentation (white papers, decision memos, technical assessments).
• Collaborate with a multifaceted team of stakeholders (engineering, logistics, manufacturing, program leadership) to solve complex problems with many competing objectives.
• Participate in key program activities, including Risk Management, Configuration Management, Trade-off Analysis, Technical Reviews, and Modeling & Simulation.
• Experience supporting ACAT I program through all phases of the acquisition lifecycle.
• Provide technical oversight and integration guidance to multidisciplinary teams (systems, test, cyber, safety, hardware, software).
• Conduct system architecture design, component selection, integration planning, and technical risk assessments.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to ensure program stability.
• Prepare and review required documentation, including technical proposals, engineering reports, drawings, white papers, and status briefings.
• Document solutions in relation to technical, cost, and schedule constraints.
• Oversee integration, testing, and evaluation of systems and subsystems.
• Conduct performance testing and validation analysis to ensure systems meet operational requirements.
• Prepare detailed technical documents such as specifications, test plans, and engineering reports.
• Interface with stakeholders across program offices, fleet users, contractors, and industry.
• Translate complex technical information for senior leadership, including non-technical decision-makers.
• Support collaboration between engineering, logistics, test, and acquisition teams.
• Provide regular progress reports and presentations to program management and stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electrical/Computer, Systems, or Industrial Engineering preferred).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Systems Engineering, preferably within DoD or NAVAIR environments.
• Experience with Systems Engineering processes, especially within the DoD 5000 Acquisition Lifecycle.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
• Must be a US citizen and be able to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance.

Additional Preferred Experience

• Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Products (Word, Excel, PowerBi)
• Experience in JIRA application
• Experience in process and review Requests for Engineering Investigation (REIs)