Systems Engineer - Aegis Combat Systems

Gauge Engineering Services; Moorestown Township (NJ); On-site; USD 160,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day work week

Benefits package

Job summary

Gauge Engineering Services seeks Systems Engineers to support development and modernization of advanced Navy combat systems, including Aegis capabilities. You will contribute to system architecture analysis, requirements development and traceability, and integration and test activities throughout the system lifecycle.

Located in Moorestown, NJ, the role requires an active Secret clearance, DoD program experience, and a 4-day work week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related technical field.
• 5+ years of DoD systems engineering experience.
• Experience developing and managing requirements using a structured SE process.
• Experience supporting integration, verification and test efforts.
• Familiarity with the Systems Engineering V lifecycle.
• Experience with Navy weapon systems or shipboard mission systems.
• Active Secret clearance (ability to obtain higher).

Responsibilities

• Analyze existing system designs and architectures to support new mission requirements.
• Develop, decompose, and maintain system, subsystem, and component-level requirements.
• Create and maintain requirements traceability across development lifecycle.
• Support requirements verification planning and execution.
• Develop test strategies, procedures, and success criteria.
• Participate in integration, verification, validation, and test activities.
• Collaborate with software, hardware, and system teams to ensure requirements are achievable and testable.
• Review specifications, interface documents, and design artifacts.
• Support customer reviews, technical interchange meetings, and engineering working groups.
• Identify technical risks and develop mitigation plans.

Skills

5+ years SE experience

Requirements development

Integration & testing

Systems Engineering V lifecycle

Navy weapon systems experience

Active Secret clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Systems/EE/CE/AE/Physics/Math

Tools

DOORS

DOORS Next

JAMA

Job description

Gauge Engineering Services is seeking Systems Engineers to support the development and modernization of advanced Navy combat systems, including Aegis capabilities. The ideal candidate will contribute to system architecture analysis, requirements development and traceability, and integration and test activities throughout the system lifecycle.

Location:Moorestown, NJ

Clearance:Secret

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze existing system designs and architectures and adapt them to support new mission requirements.
• Develop, decompose, and maintain system, subsystem, and component-level requirements.
• Create and maintain requirements traceability throughout the development lifecycle.
• Support requirements verification planning and execution.
• Develop test strategies, procedures, and success criteria.
• Participate in integration, verification, validation, and test activities.
• Collaborate with software, hardware, and system integration teams to ensure requirements are achievable and testable.
• Review engineering products including specifications, interface documentation, and design artifacts.
• Support customer reviews, technical interchange meetings, and engineering working groups.
• Assist in identifying technical risks and developing mitigation strategies.

Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or related technical field.
• 5+ years of Systems Engineering experience supporting DoD programs.
• Experience developing and managing requirements using a structured systems engineering process.
• Experience supporting integration, verification, and test efforts.
• Familiarity with the Systems Engineering V lifecycle.
• Experience working with Navy weapon systems, combat systems, or shipboard mission systems.
• Active Secret clearance and ability to obtain and maintain higher clearances as required.

Desired Skills

• Experience supporting the Aegis Weapon System.
• Prior U.S. Navy military service, particularly within:
  • Fire Control
    • Combat Systems
    • Aegis Operations
    • Tactical Data Links
    • Surface Warfare
    • Integrated Air and Missile Defense
• Experience with Missile Defense Agency (MDA) or Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA)
• Experience using DOORS, DOORS Next, JAMA, or similar requirements management tools.
• Familiarity with Interface Control Documents (ICDs), CONOPS development, and systems verification methodologies.
• Experience participating in developmental testing, integration events, or operational testing.
• Exposure to MBSE tools such as Cameo is beneficial but not required.

Additional Details

Why Join Us?:

• Work on cutting-edge technology in a secure, mission-focused environment
• Be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and growth
• Enjoy a 4-day work week (4x10 schedule) with 3 days off every week
• Comprehensive benefits, paid time off, and 401K w/ matching
• Be a part of work that directly supports national security

Salary Range:$160,000 - $190,000, based on education & experience