Systems Engineer II/III

Textron; Wilmington (MA); On-site; USD 93,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Education assistance

Career development

Wellness program

Medical benefits

Parental leave

Job summary

Textron Systems in Massachusetts is seeking an experienced Systems Engineering Lead to guide MBSE practices on a major DoD program. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, integrate, and implement cutting-edge defense technologies, ensuring performance, safety, and interoperability.

The role requires strong MBSE with SysML, tool experience (Cameo/MagicDraw, MATLAB), and the ability to obtain security clearance.

Qualifications

• BS in engineering or related discipline required.
• Level II requires 2 years of related experience.
• Level III requires 5 years of related experience.
• Excellent written and oral communications.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• Experience with MBSE and SysML.
• Experience with DOORS requirement management tool.

Responsibilities

• Lead MBSE methodologies aligned with DoD standards and practices.
• Develop modeling architecture to support requirements allocation and verification.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams for MBSE integration.
• Use systems engineering tools such as Cameo/MagicDraw, MATLAB for system design.
• Perform system architecture design, requirements engineering, verification and validation, and risk management.
• Manage the systems engineering process from concept to deployment.
• Conduct system-level trade analyses of design options including cost estimates.
• Collaborate with software/hardware engineers and SMEs to optimize performance.
• Oversee system integration, verification, and validation activities.
• Conduct risk assessments and mitigation to ensure safety and interoperability.

Skills

MBSE

SysML

Communications

Customer interfacing

Education

BS in engineering (Level II)

BS in engineering (Level III)

Tools

Cameo/MagicDraw

MATLAB

DOORS

Job description

Systems Engineer II/III

Description

Who We Are

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.

This role is in Textron System’s Weapon Systems business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!

About This Role

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Systems Engineering Lead with a strong background in model-based design and modeling and simulation architectures, with experience in Department of Defense (DoD) development programs. This role is crucial for integrating state-of-the-art systems engineering practices into our major system development program, significantly impacting our strategic objectives. Your expertise and technical knowledge will be crucial in ensuring the successful design, integration, and implementation of cutting-edge defense technologies. As a key member of our engineering team, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions that meet the needs of our military customers.

Responsibilities

We believe people should love what they do – in this role, you will be responsible for:

• Spearheading model-based systems engineering (MBSE) methodologies, ensuring alignment with DoD standards and practices.
• Leveraging agile development strategies to develop modeling architecture in support of requirements allocation and verification, design trade studies and optimization, functional and mission modelling, specification development, and collaboration with customer and end user modeling frameworks.
• Coordination with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration of MBSE concepts within our system development processes.
• Utilizing systems engineering tools such as Cameo/MagicDraw, MATLAB, or similar for system design and analysis.
• Conducting system architecture design, requirements engineering, verification and validation, and risk management activities.
• Managing the systems engineering process for complex military systems, from concept to deployment, ensuring compliance with technical specifications, project requirements, and industry standards.
• Performing system level trade analysis of different design options including estimated development and operational costs.
• Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, including software engineers, hardware engineers, and subject matter experts, to develop system architecture and design solutions that optimize performance, reliability, and maintainability.
• Overseeing system integration, verification, and validation activities to ensure compliance with functional requirements and performance objectives.
• Conducting risk assessments and implementing mitigation strategies to address technical challenges and ensuring system safety, security, and interoperability.
• Collaboration with project managers to develop project plans, monitor progress, and ensure timely delivery of milestones.
• Supporting the preparation of technical documentation, including system specifications, design documents, test plans, and reports, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with project and contractual requirements.
• Fostering strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, and regulatory authorities, to understand their needs, address concerns, and ensure customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• B.S. in engineering or related discipline with 2 years of related experience (Level II).
• B.S. in engineering or related discipline with 5 years of related experience (Level III).
• Excellent written and oral communications.
• Customer interfacing and ability to build relationships
• Use of Model Based Systems Engineering principles to develop SysML Models
• Experience with DOORS requirement management tool
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

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• This role is open at multiple levels. Candidates will be hired at a level consistent with their background and experience:

Level II: $92,600-$139,600

Level III: $115,800-$176,200

How We Care

At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples!

• Flexible Work Schedules
• Education Assistance
• Career Development & Training Opportunities
• Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
• Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding
• Paid Parental Leave

Are you a Military Veteran?

Textron's products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country. We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.

Textron’s compensation package includes competitive base pay and provides eligible employees with benefit programs. Benefits may include health insurance and prescription plan coverage, dental insurance, family building benefits, vision insurance, mental health resources, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and programs that provide employees time away from work. The pay range should be used as a general guide only. Compensation is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

In compliance with the local pay transparency law, the pay range for this position is

$92,600 - $176,200 per year.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Recruiting Company: Textron Systems
Primary Location: US-Massachusetts-Wilmington
Job Function: Engineering
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Experienced
Shift: First Shift
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time
Job Posting: 05/26/2026, 10:37:47 AM
Job Number: 342327