1404 lead systems engineer jobs found

Mission Modern defense systems depend on reliable, high-performance computing environments capable of processing, storing, and transmitting mission-critical data. From hardware optimization to system integration, ensuring these platforms operate seamlessly is essential to supporting naval operations and national security objectives. At WR, we support advanced computing and hardware systems that enable the U.S. Navy to operate with confidence in complex and dynamic environments. Our work ensures systems are resilient, scalable, and ready to perform when it matters most. The Opportunity We are seeking a Lead Systems Engineer to support the development, integration, and validation of Intel-based hardware systems used in mission-critical government applications. In this role, you will operate at the intersection of systems engineering, hardware performance, and software integration, helping ensure systems are optimized, tested, and ready for deployment....

Description SAIC is seeking Lead Systems Engineer for a Lead Systems Integrator (LSI) Team supporting the Department of the Air Force Integrated Fires Command and Control (DIFC2) program of record. As the Lead Systems Engineer, you will provide oversight and expertise in the design, development, and integration of sophisticated systems to meet the requirements of a critical system of systems. This position will lead cross-functional engineering teams, partner with stakeholders, and ensure compliance with program goals and objectives. The ideal candidate will bring technical depth, leadership skills, and a track record of developing solutions in classified systems and environments. The position requires an individual with strong technical project management skills. The successful candidate will have excellent communication, team leadership skills and DoD technical project management experience. They will be expected to continually balance and adjust work priorities to meet short...

Description SAIC has an opening for an organized and motivated Lead Systems Engineer who is looking for an opportunity to grow with our company as we continue to expand our support in the modernization and development of various torpedo test equipment hardware designs as well as supporting production activities out of our Middletown, RI office. The ideal candidate should have experience developing the documentation for and leading Systems Engineering Technical Review (SETR) events such as any of the following: System Requirements Reviews (SRRs), System Functional Reviews (SFRs), Preliminary Design Reviews (PDRs), Critical Design Reviews (CDRs), and Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs). The candidate should have the ability to discuss projects they have supported and/or led. The candidate should be able to self-manage/self-direct projects, and communicate regularly with customers, engineers, logisticians and technicians. Job Duties : The candidate will lead systems...

Description: Lockheed Martin is seeking a Lead Systems Engineer for our Missile/Sensor development programs.This position reports to the Program's Chief Engineer and will provide day-to-day interface with Program Manager, program engineering leads, suppliers and the Customer. The position is responsible for all technical performance and risk reduction activities for the weapon system development effort from Conops and system trades to requirements and compliance, implementation, integration, and verification, including transition to production and design upgrades required for intended applications. The candidate must have the experience, drive, and demonstrated capability to lead a team of engineers of multiple disciplines to provide technical excellence and mission success. Experience in missile and/or sensor design, development, and testing is required. Knowledge in key technologies is also desired and includes: GPS systems, processor architecture, aerodynamics, GNC, data links,...

Description Are you a highly motivated Systems Engineer looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact? SAIC has an immediate opening for an innovative Lead Systems Engineering Technical Advisor (SETA) to provide direct customer support on a critical development effort. This opportunity is part of a dynamic team where your analytical expertise and solution-oriented mindset will drive key system development projects from inception through delivery. Join SAIC and lead the charge in a pivotal role that rewards initiative and innovation. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about driving projects to success, we want to hear from you! Key Responsibilities: • Develop system requirements in collaboration with SMEs and stakeholders • Analyze mission-level objectives and translate into clear, stakeholder-oriented operational plans (CONOPS) • Strategically review developer's systems designs throughout all phases, including conceptual, preliminary,...

Description: You will be a Lead System Engineer (LdSE) for a large and complex sensor development effort at MFC. Our team is responsible for delivering cutting-edge sensor systems, and you'll play a key role in leading all aspects of systems engineering, from requirements to subsystem development. What You Will Be Doing As a Lead System Engineer, you will be responsible for providing technical leadership and ensuring system engineering execution across the program. You'll work closely with chief engineers and program managers, IPT leads, and engineering leads to drive technical excellence and mission success. Additionally, you'll lead systems engineering transformation efforts, including Digital Engineering and MBSE. Your responsibilities will include: • Lead cross-functional engineering activities, including Conops and trade studies, system analyses, and configuration control • Develop and manage technical baseline, verification planning, and execution • Provide technical...

Basic Qualifications Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 8+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 6 years of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred.     CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Department of Defense TS/SCI security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required. Responsibilities for this Position ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES: Required Bachelor's degree in a STEM field (Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related) 10+ years of experience in software-intensive program leadership, with demonstrated ability to lead...

Description: About Us At Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS), we're driving innovation and upholding integrity in all that we do. Our mission is to push the boundaries of technology and pioneer groundbreaking solutions. By applying the highest standards of business ethics and visionary thinking, we believe that everything is within our reach. The Work Our Radar Systems Engineering team is seeking a candidate to support the integration, test, and verification of high performance Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radar systems. The Radar Systems Engineer will: • Apply advanced technologies, scientific principles, theories and concepts to develop revolutionary system solutions. • Support integration and test, evaluate test results, investigate discrepancies, provide technical assessment of anomalies, and drive issues to resolution. • Conduct system verification and support certification activities. • Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to...

Description: You will be a Systems Engineer Staff, Degrader Action Cell (DAC) Lead - Level 4. What You Will Be Doing As a Systems Engineer Staff - Level 4, you will be a Degrader Action Cell (DAC) Lead. Day-to-day responsibilities will include: Investigating and analyzing performance degraders, reviewing supply chain posture, parts inventory, Monthly Demand Rates (MDR), Repair Cycle Times (RCT), consumption rates, field failures, and maintenance practices to recommend actionable solutions. Leading cross-functional projects focused on sustainment improvements and cost-reduction initiatives for the U-2 fleet. Monitoring and maintaining projects and schedules. Developing Return To Green (RTG) plans for the U-2 Keep ‘Em Flying (KEF) Cell. Setting up meetings and reviews with stakeholders. Providing parts Line of Balance status, developing project reports, and maintaining metrics for leadership. Key Responsibilities Responsibilities will include but are not limited to: -...

Description: You will be the Systems Engineer Senior Staff- Project Lead for the Simulation and System Labs (SSL) which is responsible for designing, procuring, developing, testing, and sustaining aircraft flight simulation systems as well as the integration and test of aircraft software, systems, and subsystems. What You Will Be Doing As the Systems Engineer Senior Staff- Project Lead, you will be responsible for project‑management leadership producing and maintaining lab infrastructure for simulation products for internal and external customers. The selected candidate will manage proposals, schedule, cost, and technical scope for lab and product development to support integration and test of operational flight software for multiple contracts. Your responsibilities will include: Leading daily project activities Mitigating risk and opportunity impacts Communicating project progress to all levels of leadership Demonstrating familiarity with Earned...

Basic Qualifications Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred.   CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Department of Defense Secret security clearance is preferred at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required. Responsibilities for this Position Make the world’s most advanced Strategic Weapon Interface Simulator (SWIS) even smarter!   As an Advanced Systems Engineer - SWIS Integrated Product Team Lead, you’ll be a member of a cross functional team responsible for SWIS Systems Development. An IPTL leads...

Description: You will be the EO/IR Systems Engineer / Tech Lead for our innovative engineering team. Our team is responsible for developing and implementing cutting-edge IR sensor technologies, driving product innovation, and supporting existing products in production. What You Will Be Doing As the EO/IR Systems Engineer / Tech Lead, you will be responsible for leading technical teams in the development of IR sensors, executing project plans, and ensuring successful product delivery. Your responsibilities will include: • Leading technical teams in IR sensor development • Performing EO/IR analysis and modeling to support system concept development and design verification • Acting as project engineer or technical lead, planning, monitoring, and tracking program tasks, schedules, budgets, and earned value • Supervising and directing engineers and technicians in mechanical, electrical, and optical tasks • Debugging, troubleshooting, and providing technical direction and support...

Overview LMI is a mission-driven digital solutions provider accelerating government impact through innovation, speed, and commercial-grade technology. We build scalable platforms and deployable solutions—including next-generation RFID, GPS tagging, and sensor-mesh capabilities—that power mission-critical operations across the DoD.   We are seeking a Mission Engineering Lead to own the hardware strategy, deployment architecture, and technical evolution of our RFID and mesh-networking solution stack to join our NADACS/SPECTR logistics management solution.   This role sits at the intersection of hardware systems engineering, mission deployment design, and hardware-to-software integration, ensuring that readers, tags, handhelds, edge devices, and supporting telemetry systems perform reliably in real-world operational environments. The Mission Engineering Lead translates complex mission requirements into scalable, field-ready system architectures that work...

Description: You will be the Chief Engineer (Principal) – Avionics & Open Mission Systems for the Avionics & Open Mission Systems team which is responsible for advanced avionics and mission system development. What You Will Be Doing As the Chief Engineer (Principal) – Avionics & Open Mission Systems you will be responsible for providing architectural integrity, engineering governance, and lifecycle technical oversight across development, integration, certification, and sustainment. Your responsibilities will include: Serve as the Chief Technical Authority for avionics and mission systems. Define and maintain architectures aligned with OMS, MOSA, SOSA, and AMS‑GRA. Establish engineering governance, baselines, and risk management processes. Chair or support technical reviews such as SRR, PDR, CDR, and TRR. Oversee avionics integration, qualification, and certification activities. What’s In It For You We are committed to supporting...

Basic Qualifications Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Software or Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field (Computer Science or Computer Systems Engineering preferred). Also requires 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred   CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: : Department of Defense Secret security clearance is obtainable within a reasonable amount of time after hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required. Responsibilities for this Position ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES: As a lead systems engineer for the Guidance Program, you’ll lead a cross functional team responsible for design and development of...

Basic Qualifications Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 8+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 6 years of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred.   CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Department of Defense TS/SCI security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required. Responsibilities for this Position General Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for an Senior Systems Engineer for Restricted Ground Systems.  This position provides an opportunity to further advance the cutting-edge technology that supports some of our nation’s core defense/intelligence...

Basic Qualifications Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred.   CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Department of Defense SECRET security clearance is preferred at time of hire. Candidates must be able to obtain a SECRET clearance within a reasonable amount of time from date of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required. Responsibilities for this Position ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES: As a systems engineer for the Space Force MUOS program, you’ll work as a member of a cross functional team responsible for...

Description: WHAT WE'RE DOING At Lockheed Martin we are driven by innovation and integrity. We apply the highest standards of business ethics and forward‑thinking to deliver world‑class aerospace products. Our culture values your skills, training, education, and background, and we provide an environment that encourages employees to think big, perform with quality, and build incredible products. THE WORK - Lead systems‑engineer activities for avionics subsystems across the full product lifecycle. - Translate customer requirements into technical solutions, define software/hardware interfaces, verify requirements, and integrate safety‑critical systems. - Support design and certification of embedded mission software for modern defense platforms (software‑requirements development or C‑code test procedures as needed). - Develop high‑level and low‑level system, software, and subsystem requirements and maintain a comprehensive traceability matrix. - Author and update...

Description: You will be the T-50 Systems Engineering Lead for the Integrated Fighter Group (IFG) Simulations and Systems Labs (SSL) team which is responsible for lab simulation and hardware development, component integration, checkout and release of lab software and hardware products supporting IFG. What You Will Be Doing As the T-50 Systems Engineering Lead you will be responsible for requirements decomposition, verification, lab integration, checkout and release of lab hardware/software products for the T-50 test stations. Your responsibilities will include: Analyzing test‑station defects (System Product Anomaly Reports) and coordinating resolutions across hardware, software, and simulation teams. Authoring Basis of Estimate for new efforts. Creating or updating Hardware and Software Requirements Specifications for Line Replaceable Units supporting test stations. Developing or revising graphical‑user‑interface requirements for new LRUs....