Senior Systems Engineer – Software

Leonardo DRS

. Define user needs, functional and product architectures, and product requirements .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeGermantown • Maryland • United StatesSenior💰 $107,089 - $144,570 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in systems engineering, including requirements management, systems integration, and technical risk management. Proficient in using Model-Based Systems Engineering tools and managing software configurations for radar systems.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Model-Based Systems EngineeringRequirements ManagementSystems IntegrationDebugging and TroubleshootingActive DoD Security Clearance

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Hard Skills

Systems EngineeringFunctional Requirements ParsingVerification and Validation (V&V)Technical Risk IdentificationDevelopment of SpecificationsInterface Control DocumentsUse CasesSystem Architecture DescriptionsTrade StudiesConfiguration Management

Soft Skills

CollaborationTechnical CommunicationIndependent Work

Tools & Technologies

Cameo Enterprise ArchitectureGit

Industry Keywords

Radar SystemsSystems Engineering ArtifactsSystem-Level ConfigurationsProduct RequirementsEngineering Process Improvements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define user needs, functional and product architectures, and product requirements
Use Model-Based Systems Engineering tools such as Cameo Enterprise Architecture to capture systems engineering artifacts
Maintain and track system-level and product-level configurations for compatibility within radar systems
Independently evaluate, test, and verify software products against requirements and document results
Collaborate with software, systems, hardware, integration, and test teams to understand system behavior and deliver working solutions
Participate in code reviews, configuration management, documentation, and engineering process improvements
Lead assigned technical work, communicate technical risks and tradeoffs, and guide other engineers
Serve as the primary interface between systems engineering and software engineering teams
Manage product software configurations and requirements for radar products

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field
At least five years of relevant systems engineering experience
Experience with version control tools such as Git
Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills in integrated or system-level software environments
Ability to own technical work independently and collaborate across software, systems, hardware, integration, and test teams
Thorough understanding of requirements management, functional requirements parsing, derivation, and allocation
Knowledge of systems design, systems integration, technical risk identification, and risk management strategies
Understanding of Verification and Validation (V&V) principles
Experience developing systems engineering artifacts, including specifications, Interface Control Documents, Use Cases, System Architecture Descriptions, and Trade Studies
U.S. citizenship required
Active DoD security clearance or ability to obtain and maintain one within a reasonable time after employment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Company contribution to a health savings account
Telemedicine
Life and disability insurance
Legal insurance
401(k) savings plan with employer matching
Annual performance-based bonuses
Equity awards
Overtime pay for eligible non-exempt employees
Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick leave
Paid parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
Professional development support
Career growth and skill enhancement programs
Wellness programs focused on physical, emotional, and financial well-being
Flexible 9/80 schedule
Community service hours