Systems Engineer Lead

Ladders; United States; On-site; USD 131,000 - 237,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Skill development

Collaborative culture

Flexible remote options

Air Force projects

Job summary

Ladders in the United States is seeking a Systems Engineer Lead to drive the systems engineering lifecycle for complex DoD programs, focusing on integration, technical coordination, and maintaining critical artifacts.

The role serves as the primary interface with customers and stakeholders, partnering with the technical program manager to shape roadmaps, manage risks, and ensure disciplined execution across the program.

Qualifications

• Requirements include Top Secret clearance with ability to obtain SCI clearance.
• Experience with DoD programs and systems engineering principles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for technical collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Provide expertise in Systems Engineering Lifecycle phases.
• Maintain systems engineering artifacts.
• Serve as the primary interface with customer and stakeholders.
• Lead technical information exchange to support program goals.
• Develop technical roadmaps with the technical program manager.
• Document risks, requirements, and system constraints effectively.
• Deliver performance feedback and guidance to team members.

Skills

Security clearance

SysML & Agile tools

Strong communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Master's degree in a relevant field

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Systems Engineer Lead to join the team of a leader in the Technical Services space.

This role will lead systems engineering lifecycle efforts in support of complex Department of Defense programs, with a strong emphasis on integration, technical coordination, and the maintenance of critical engineering artifacts. The position serves as a key interface between customers, stakeholders, and technical teams to keep program objectives moving forward. You will partner closely with the technical program manager and cross-functional contributors to shape technical roadmaps, manage risks, and support disciplined execution across the program.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $131,300 – $237,350 annually

Responsibilities

• Provide expertise in Systems Engineering Lifecycle phases
• Maintain systems engineering artifacts
• Serve as the primary interface with customer and stakeholders
• Lead technical information exchange to support program goals
• Develop technical roadmaps with the technical program manager
• Document risks, requirements, and system constraints effectively
• Deliver performance feedback and guidance to team members

Qualifications

• Top Secret clearance with ability to obtain SCI clearance required
• BS in a relevant field with 12-15 years of experience, or a Master's degree with 10-13 years of experience
• Proven knowledge of systems engineering principles for DoD programs
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical collaboration
• Experience in cross-functional team planning and system integration activities
• Ability to work with diverse disciplines and technical expertise levels
• Familiarity with SysML and Agile program tools

Benefits

• Opportunities for skill development and career advancement
• Supportive team culture emphasizing collaboration and transparency
• Flexible work locations with some remote options available
• Engagement in impactful projects supporting the Department of the Air Force

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.