SYSTEMS ENGINEER III with Security Clearance

Platform Aerospace; Hollywood (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Platform Aerospace is seeking a Systems Engineer III to support Group 3 UAS avionics and payload integrations across the full system lifecycle. You will work in a multidisciplinary environment, guiding requirements management, project execution, and technical coordination with the chief engineer.

The role emphasizes leadership in engineering teams, software and autonomy knowledge, and familiarity with UAS platforms and payloads.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field with 5+ years related experience or
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Responsibilities

• Analyze, decompose, translate, and develop requirements for system modifications and integration of new payloads into existing platforms.
• Coordinate with technical leads to achieve project objectives in a fast-paced environment.
• Manage and maintain technical design documentation, engineering records, and operation manuals.
• Support design quality by ensuring detailed project planning and proper engineering processes are followed.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate implementation strategies, schedules, and resources for multiple concurrent objectives.
• Support system integration, testing, troubleshooting, and validation activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Autonomy concepts

Software systems

UAS platforms

Team leadership

Project management

Communication

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Master's degree in STEM

9+ years experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Microsoft Project

Jira

Monday.com

Git

GitHub

SVN

SharePoint Automations

Job description

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.

JOB TITLE: Systems Engineer III

DEPARTMENT: Engineering

REPORTS TO: Chief Engineer

CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

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.