Systems Engineer

Aquila Technology Corp.; Lexington (MA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15 days PTO (vacation/sick)

10 paid holidays

Tuition & Training Reimbursement

401K with Fidelity

Cell Phone & Internet Reimbursement

Buy Your Own Device (BYOD)

Job summary

Aquila Technology Corp. in Lexington, MA is seeking a Software Engineer to support systems engineering activities for defense research programs. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least 5 years of experience in systems engineering, with expectations to lead multi-disciplinary teams and deliver on complex projects. The role includes robust benefits such as 15 PTO days, tuition reimbursement, and 401K matching. Hybrid work arrangements are available.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with systems engineering for space or airborne systems.
• 2+ years of experience with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).
• 2+ years of SysML experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform systems engineering activities for a large defense research program.
• Develop and track requirements; architect systems.
• Plan and lead verification and validation activities.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)

SysML

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physics, Mechanical, Electrical, Aero/Astro, Software Engineering, or related fields

MS degree or PhD substitution for experience

Tools

MagicDraw

Job description

Software Engineer

Clearance Level: Interim secret sufficient to start. Must be willing to obtain a Top Secret Clearance.

Overview

At Aquila Technology you will work with a team performing systems engineering activities for a large defense research program. Responsibilities include developing, flowing down and tracking requirements; architecting systems; developing an MBSE model of the systems and their interfaces; planning and leading verification and validation activities; and identifying risks and defining risk mitigation strategies.

Must Have

• Degree Level: Bachelor’s Degree
• 5 years – Systems Engineering
• 2 years – Model based systems engineering
• 2 years – SysML experience

Nice to Have

• Systems
• Magic draw
• Systems Integration

What You Will Bring

• A Bachelor's Degree in Physics, Mechanical, Electrical, Aero/Astro, Software Engineering, or related fields and at least 7 years of relevant experience with systems engineering for space or airborne systems. An MS degree or PhD may substitute for years of experience.
• The ability to support a full range of systems engineering activities for multiple programs.
• The ability to use a systems perspective to identify needed technology development efforts.
• Demonstrated experience leading multi-disciplinary teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce and present professional written reports and presentations.
• Experience with SysML Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools is required.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with MagicDraw.
• Experience with integration of hardware and software is helpful.

Benefits and Perks

Aquila team members experience a fast‑paced, customer‑focused, and technically innovative work environment. Candidates with a love for technical challenges, a desire to constantly learn, and the drive to become critical team players will enjoy working here.

Perks Include

• 15 days PTO (vacation/sick)
• 10 paid holidays – 6 standard (New Year’s, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas)
• 4 floating holidays prorated based on hire date
• 1.5 paid days (12 hours) for approved volunteer work
• 1 week of paid maternity/paternity LOA after 1 year of full‑time employment

Tuition & Training Reimbursement

5K annually for pre‑approved, eligible full‑time team members after a minimum of six months of employment.

401K with Fidelity

• Eligible to participate following 90 days of employment. Company match on employee contribution: $1/$1 up to 3%, then .50¢/ $1 for 4th and 5th percentages.
• Fully vested from day one.
• Company match does not apply to catch‑up contribution.

Additional Benefits

• Cell Phone & Internet Reimbursement: up to $150 monthly.
• Buy Your Own Device (BYOD): reimbursement of up to $1,500 every three years for eligible equipment.

Work Location

Candidate should expect to be onsite 5 days a week with some flexibility for occasional remote work.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.