Systems Engineer II

Talentify; Fort Walton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401k plan

Telemedicine

Life and disability insurance

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Leonardo DRS is seeking a Systems Engineer to analyze, design, develop, and implement advanced systems for defense and intelligence applications. This role involves MBSE practices, working with Cameo/DOORS, and applying AI/automation techniques to support engineering decisions.

You will collaborate across hardware, software, and mechanical domains and contribute to cost- and schedule-driven design solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field or equivalent experience and a minimum of 2 years of experience.
• Competent technical expertise and application domain knowledge
• Ability to work independently

Responsibilities

• Involved with the analysis, design, development and implementation of new and/or existing systems/sub-systems.
• Responsible for technical activity and completion of assigned task on time and budget
• Design, develop, analyse, document and support testing of products, systems or subsystems
• May use computer-aided engineering or other design/analysis software in the performance of assignments.
• Report of progress and status regularly
• Review customer specifications and requirements, and under direction, develop designs to best support them, including cost as a key design variable
• Provide budget, cost and schedule input for design assignments
• Specify and evaluate supplier components, subsystems and services
• Support the program design to cost and design for manufacture requirements
• Develop prototypes to retire key development risks
• Communicate clearly (written and oral) with other company personnel and the customer as required
• Participates in preparation of less-complex proposals
• May provide technical knowledge and assistance to other engineers and support personnel
• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
• Attend appropriate engineering, customer or business meetings
• Demonstrates familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methods and tools (e.g., Cameo, DOORS), or a willingness to learn and apply these practices.
• Develops skills in applying Artificial Intelligence (AI) or advanced automation techniques to support engineering analysis and decision-making.
• Applies hands‑on experience in subsystem development, including hardware, software, mechanical, and test components, taking ownership of assigned technical solutions.
• Capable of independently planning, executing, and leading smaller‑scale projects or technical work packages.
• Shows initiative in exploring new methods, tools, or approaches under guidance from senior engineers.
• Contributes to team knowledge sharing, including lessons learned, research, or prototypes in emerging technologies such as MBSE and AI.

Skills

MBSE familiarity

Independent work

Technical curiosity

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Cameo

DOORS

Job description

Job ID: 115228

The Leonardo DRS Airborne and Intelligence Systems business is a global leader and strategic partner committed to delivering world-class, full life-cycle defense and intelligence products that protect the security of our nation and our allies. From air combat training to state-of-the-art electronic warfare systems, our technology is deployed by virtually all U.S. military and government agencies around the world.

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Job Responsibilities

• Involved with the analysis, design, development and implementation of new and/or existing systems/sub-systems. May include Architectural Design, Requirements Engineering, or others. Determine system specifications. Support acquisition of hardware and software (or subcontractor services as needed).
• Responsible for technical activity and completion of assigned task on time and budget
• Design, develop, analyse, document and support testing of products, systems or subsystems
• May use computer-aided engineering or other design/analysis software in the performance of assignments.
• Report of progress and status regularly
• Review customer specifications and requirements, and under direction, develop designs to best support them, including cost as a key design variable
• Provide budget, cost and schedule input for design assignments
• Specify and evaluate supplier components, subsystems and services
• Support the program design to cost and design for manufacture requirements
• Develop prototypes to retire key development risks
• Communicate clearly (written and oral) with other company personnel and the customer as required
• Participates in preparation of less-complex proposals
• May provide technical knowledge and assistance to other engineers and support personnel
• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
• Attend appropriate engineering, customer or business meetings

Job Responsibilities Part II

• Demonstrates familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methods and tools (e.g., Cameo, DOORS), or a willingness to learn and apply these practices.
• Develops skills in applying Artificial Intelligence (AI) or advanced automation techniques to support engineering analysis and decision-making.
• Applies hands‑on experience in subsystem development, including hardware, software, mechanical, and test components, taking ownership of assigned technical solutions.
• Capable of independently planning, executing, and leading smaller‑scale projects or technical work packages.
• Shows initiative in exploring new methods, tools, or approaches under guidance from senior engineers.
• Contributes to team knowledge sharing, including lessons learned, research, or prototypes in emerging technologies such as MBSE and AI.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field or equivalent experience and a minimum of 2 years of experience
• Competent technical expertise and application domain knowledge
• Ability to work independently

U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well‑being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career‑growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. #AIS