Systems Engineer Principal

Ultra Maritime; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 134,000 - 168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 140 hours (first year)

8 paid holidays

401k with company match

Educational assistance

Wellness program

HSA contributions

Insurance benefits start after hire

Performance-based bonuses

Employee discounts

Job summary

Ultra Maritime, a U.S. defense contractor in New York, seeks a Senior Systems Engineer to lead engineering teams, drive complex decision making, and deliver innovative solutions within time and budget constraints.

You will influence proposals and coordinate across disciplines while ensuring compliance and security standards, with compensation ranges tied to experience and clearance potential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree or equivalent in a related field.
• 12+ years of experience in a range of roles within a complex engineering environment.
• May be required to maintain security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Leads systems engineering teams to optimize time and resources and provide technical leadership.
• Supports bid and proposal efforts by coordinating with other engineering disciplines.
• Applies engineering skills to develop solutions within time, cost, and quality constraints.

Education

Bachelor Degree in related field

Job description

Protecting What Matters. Powering The Future Of Naval Technology.

Your work here has global impact. From developing sonar and radar systems to advancing unmanned and undersea platforms, our technologies empower the U.S. Navy and allied forces to operate in some of the world’s most complex environments.

As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we continue to push boundaries—driven by innovation, accountability, and a shared commitment to excellence.

Join us as we shape the future of naval warfare—safeguarding the seas and strengthening navies worldwide.

Nationality Requirements

Due to the nature of the programs we support, certain roles may require candidates to meet U.S. nationality requirements and be eligible to obtain a security clearance.

Position Summary

Develops plans and leads systems Engineering teams to ensure optimum use of time and resources and provides technical leadership, ensuring that team performance is aligned and contributes to the overall goals of the business unit. Serves as a subject matter expert and influencer to make complex decisions based on advanced analytical expertise to develop innovative solutions and supporting the decision‑making process.

Job Description

Applies a breadth and depth of engineering skills to develop engineering solutions to complex problems within time, cost, and quality constraints. Supports the bid and proposal process by leading a portion of the technical proposal effort, including coordinating with other engineering disciplines to identify and manage dependencies to ensure work packages within assigned area will be delivered. Remains current on trends and emerging technologies and tools. May include safety, environmental protection and compliance. Typically, a Bachelor Degree (or equivalent) in a related field and 12+ years of experience in a range of roles within a relevant complex engineering environment. May be required to maintain security clearance.

Expected Compensation: The expected compensation range for this role is $134,368.00 - $167,960.00.

What Ultra Maritime Offers You

At Ultra Maritime, we invest in our employees and their well-being:

• Climate controlled, well-lit and clean work environment!
• Work/life balance that includes up to 140 hours PTO for first year
• 8 Paid Holidays, with 3 floating holidays
• 401k Plan with Company Match
• Educational Assistance Program (Tuition Reimbursement)
• Wellness Program and incentives
• Company HSA contributions
• Insurance Benefits that start 1st of the month following hire
• Eligibility in Company Performance-based bonuses annually
• Additional Employee Discounts and Perks

Company-Paid Benefits

• $75 monthly student loan repayment program
• Basic Life Insurance
• Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Voluntary Employee-Paid Benefits

• Medical and Prescription insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance Plans
• Supplemental AD&D insurance for Employee and Family
• Accident Plan
• Critical Illness Plan
• Hospital Indemnity Plan
• Pet Insurance
• Identity Theft

Reasonable accommodation statement: if you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please email [e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ultra Maritime is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a workplace that is fair, respectful, and inclusive, and we make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, marital status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, citizenship status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, and local law.

As a U.S. defense contractor, Ultra Maritime maintains strict standards related to integrity, compliance, and security.

We operate a drug‑free workplace and, where permitted by law, may conduct pre‑employment background checks and substance‑abuse screening based on role requirements.

Company: Ultra Maritime

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