SYSTEMS ENGINEER III

Platform Aerospace; Hollywood (MD); On-site; USD 104,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Platform Aerospace in Hollywood, MD is seeking a Systems Engineer III to support Group 3 UAS avionics and payload integrations across the full lifecycle. The role requires leading engineering teams, managing requirements, and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful system integration, testing, and validation.

Candidates should have a STEM degree with experience or an advanced degree with fewer years, and the ability to obtain a security clearance; strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field and 5+ years of related experience; or Master's degree with 2+ years; or 9+ years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• 4+ years leading engineering teams supporting complex systems integration.
• 2+ years of project management experience.
• Knowledge of autonomy and software systems.
• Knowledge of UAS platforms, payloads, and integrated systems.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, decompose, translate, and develop requirements for system modifications and integration of new payloads into existing platforms.
• Coordinate with technical team leads to meet objectives in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.
• Manage and maintain engineering records, design documentation, and operational manuals.
• Support design quality with detailed planning and engineering processes.
• Establish and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate implementation strategies, schedules, and resource allocation for multiple objectives.
• Support system integration, testing, troubleshooting, and validation activities.

Skills

Autonomy and software systems

UAS platforms knowledge

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Master's degree in STEM

9+ years of experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Microsoft Project

Jira

Monday.com

Job description

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SYSTEMS ENGINEER III

Hollywood, MD, US

10 days ago Requisition ID: 1313

Salary Range: $103,600.00 To $134,700.00 Annually

Job Summary

The Systems Engineer III supports Group 3 UAS avionics and payload integrations, including electrical systems, advanced networking, and software development throughout the complete system development lifecycle. This position works in a multidisciplinary environment and plays a key role in system integration, requirements management, project execution, and technical coordination.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Analyze, decompose, translate, and develop requirements for system modifications and integration of new payloads into existing platforms.
• Work closely with technical team leads to accomplish project objectives in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.
• Manage and maintain technical design documentation, engineering records, and operational manuals.
• Support design quality efforts by ensuring project planning is completed with the appropriate level of detail and engineering processes are followed.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate implementation strategies, schedules, and resource allocation to support multiple concurrent objectives.
• Support system integration, testing, troubleshooting, and validation activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) and 5+ years of related experience; or
  • Master's degree in a STEM field and 2+ years of related experience; or
  • 9+ years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• 4+ years of experience leading engineering teams supporting complex systems integration efforts.
• 2+ years of project management experience.
• Knowledge of autonomy and software systems.
• Knowledge of UAS platforms, payloads, and integrated systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing Agile and Waterfall development methodologies.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Project, Jira, Monday.com, and workflow automation tools such as Jira Automations and SharePoint Automations.
• Experience using version control systems such as Git, GitHub, SVN, or similar tools.
• Basic understanding of networking concepts, including network sockets, NAT, routing, and switching.
• Basic understanding of electrical engineering concepts, including wiring harness development, PCB design, and electrical circuit design.
• Technical understanding of aircraft flight controls and hands-on experience operating manned or model aircraft.
• Strong attention to detail with demonstrated creative problem-solving and innovative thinking.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Experience supporting flight clearance and/or safety review processes.
• Ability to monitor emerging technologies, develop technical strategies, and contribute to technical and product roadmaps.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to traverse manufacturing, testing, and operational facilities as needed.