Systems Engineer II

V2X; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

V2X is looking for a Systems Engineer II to join the Engineering team in Indianapolis, IN. This position involves developing and integrating advanced systems for air and ground platforms. The ideal candidate will manage requirements, contribute to system architecture, and excel in teamwork within cross-functional teams.

Required qualifications include at least two years of relevant experience in systems or software engineering, a Bachelor's degree, and the ability to obtain a DoD clearance. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of related engineering experience.
• Experience with hardware and software integration.
• Ability to support Trade Studies and analyze technical data.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to requirements management and system architecture.
• Collaborate within a cross-functional Integrated Product Team.
• Ensure high-quality solutions that meet customer needs.

Skills

Related engineering experience

Requirements development

Software integration

Testing of systems

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related STEM discipline

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

V2X is seeking a Systems Engineer II to join our Engineering team in Indianapolis, IN supporting development and integration of advanced software/firmware/hardware systems including store control electronics, mission computers, avionics, sensors, certification and mission equipment for airborne and ground platforms. As a Systems Engineer, you will work within a team of talented and experienced engineers performing Systems Engineering activities that include design, development or test at the system, subsystem, and component levels.

In this role, you'll contribute to requirements management, system architecture, test procedure development, and test execution, ensuring high‑quality solutions that meet mission‑critical needs. You will collaborate within a cross‑functional Integrated Product Team (IPT), where effective communication and teamwork are essential. The ideal candidate embraces modern development processes to enhance both product quality and team productivity. If you're eager to tackle engineering challenges, support DoD customers and international allies, and further your career in defense technology, we encourage you to apply and grow with us at V2X.

The ideal candidate embraces modern development processes and techniques that improve product quality & team productivity. We are looking for engineers that enjoy a challenge and have a passion to support our DoD customers and international allies.

Required Skills:

• Minimum of two (2) years of related engineering experience in systems, software, or hardware engineering
• Familiarity with requirements development, hardware and software integration, and requirements verification
• Exposure to development, integration, and testing of systems for air, sea, and/or ground platforms.
• Experience with test execution, including assisting in test plan and procedure development.
• Ability to support Trade Studies and analyze technical data under guidance.
• Understanding of technical standards, principles, theories, and concepts with a willingness to apply them in problem‑solving.
• Ability to collaborate within multi‑discipline teams and contribute technical insights.
• Self‑driven with a strong sense of accountability, able to manage tasks and deliver quality work on schedule.
• Experience with MS Office Suite of tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain an Active DoD Secret Clearance.
• Must have a valid U.S. Passport.
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.

Desired Skills:

• Strong communication skills and ability to engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Familiarity with DoD standards, processes, and regulatory requirements for defense systems development.
• Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering methods, tools, and languages.
• Previous collaboration with cross‑functional teams on complex engineering projects.
• Understanding of hardware/software interface design and integration best practices.
• Ability to research and distill data into meaningful information.
• Current Active DoD Secret or higher Clearance.

Education / Certifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related STEM discipline.