Systems Engineer

Datrose; Taunton (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 113,000; Part time

Job summary

Datrose is seeking a Systems Engineer for a defense-aerospace contractor project in Taunton, MA. This long-term contract offers $70/hr W2, non-benefited, with the ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance at time of hire.

The role focuses on integrating SBCs, FPGAs and GPUs into system chassis per design docs, collaborating with multiple engineering disciplines to support full lifecycle system integration and ensuring compliance with CMOSS/SOSA or related standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or related field, plus 5+ years of experience.
• Master's degree, plus 3+ years of experience.
• Proven ability to lead the systems development lifecycle with requirements management.

Responsibilities

• Integrate SBCs, FPGAs and GPUs into system chassis per design docs.
• Collaborate with engineers across disciplines to support full lifecycle system integration.

Skills

Problem Solving

Test Development

Test Automation

OpenVPX

Network Analysis

Virtualization

CMOSS/SOSA

Education

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering

Master's degree (optional)

Tools

VMware

Linux-based Virtual Devices

Wireshark

Job description

Job Details

Systems Engineer Taunton, MA Posted: 6/9/2026 Job Description Job ID#: 16109

Job Category: Engineering

Position Type: Contractor

Role: Systems Engineer Client: Defense-Aerospace Hourly Rate: $70/hr W2, non-benefited Length: Long-Term Location: Taunton, MA Clearance: Ability to obtain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire.

Description:

• Integrate advanced hardware components - including Single Board Computers (SBCs), FPGAs, and GPUs - into system chassis in accordance with design documentation
• Work alongside engineers across disciplines to support full lifecycle system integration efforts

We welcome candidates with any combination of the following skills and experiences:

• Problem Solving: Ability to independently isolate, diagnose, and resolve complex hardware, software, or firmware issues
• Test Development: Experience writing and executing detailed test procedures to validate system hardware and software against functional and performance requirements
• Test Automation: Familiarity with automated test scripting
• OpenVPX: Hands‑on experience configuring OpenVPX chassis and cards
• Network Analysis: Proficiency with network troubleshooting tools such as Wireshark
• Virtualization: Experience with virtual environments including VMware and Linux‑based virtual devices
• CMOSS/SOSA: Familiarity with CMOSS and/or SOSA standards is a plus

What sets you apart:

• Success leading the systems development life cycle with strong proficiency with requirements management and system modelling tools
• Creative thinker motivated to apply technical standards and methodologies to develop solutions
• Collaborative team player with the ability to provide technical leadership and position others for success
• Strong presentation and communications skills with experience in the art of negotiation and the ability to meet challenging customer requirements with win‑win solutions
• Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others
• Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

Required Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree, plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.

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