Systems Engineer

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

Job summary

Datrose is seeking a Systems Engineer in Taunton, MA for a long-term contractor role. The position offers $70/hr W2, non-benefited, and requires the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance at hire.

You will integrate SBCs, FPGAs, and GPUs into system chassis and collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to support full lifecycle system integration. A BS in Systems Engineering or related field with 5+ years of experience is required; a Master's degree with 3+ years is also acceptable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or related field with 5+ years of relevant experience, or Master's with 3+ years.
• Experience integrating hardware components and system chassis per design docs.
• OpenVPX experience configuring chassis and cards is a plus.
• Familiarity with CMOSS/SOSA standards is a plus.
• Experience with virtualization environments like VMware and Linux VMs.
• Strong collaboration across disciplines and lifecycle system integration.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Hardware troubleshooting

OpenVPX

CMOSS/SOSA

VMware/Linux VMs

Network analysis

System engineering leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or related field

Master's degree (optional)

Job description

Job Details

Engineering

Systems Engineer Taunton, MA

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.

Job 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 modeling 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.