Principal Systems Engineer

Sierra Nevada Corporation

. Demonstrate mastery in requirements engineering, systems integration, V&V, and MBSE .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeLone Tree • Colorado • United StatesLead💰 $165,010 - $226,889 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in systems engineering, including requirements management, systems integration, and technical risk management. Proven leadership in guiding multi-disciplinary teams and driving innovation in complex engineering projects.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Requirements EngineeringSystems IntegrationV&V PrinciplesTechnical Risk ManagementLeadership in Systems Engineering

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Hard Skills

Systems ModelingSimulation ToolsRequirements ManagementFunctional Requirements ParsingTechnical Performance MeasurementsEmbedded SystemsMechanical Design PrinciplesAgile MethodologiesDOORSCameo

Soft Skills

MentoringCollaborationCommunicationInfluencing Project DirectionDriving Innovation

Tools & Technologies

MATLABReal-Time Operating SystemsHardware-in-the-LoopUAS SystemsMissile Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Agile Methodologies/Scrum Master CertificationINCOSE/CSEP

Industry Keywords

AerospaceDefenseISR SystemsLogistics ObjectivesBaseline Definition

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Demonstrate mastery in requirements engineering, systems integration, V&V, and MBSE
Guide strategic system and decision analysis, technical planning, and risk management initiatives
Manage critical project components and influence project direction
Apply expertise in architecture/design development, technical monitoring, and lifecycle management
Lead, communicate, and collaborate to drive innovation
Mentor senior engineers
Support ISR, aviation, and security systems integration, testing, certification, training, and logistics objectives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
14+ years of experience in systems engineering or related field
Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience
Expert proficiency with systems modeling and simulation tools
Extensive leadership experience in systems engineering
Demonstrated knowledge of multiple engineering principles and practices
Progressive experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams
Advanced understanding of requirements management, functional requirements parsing, derivation, and allocation; systems design; systems integration; technical risk identification and management strategies; and V&V principles
Ability to obtain and maintain United States secret security clearance
U.S. Citizenship status is required
Preferred: expertise in advanced systems technologies, real-time operating systems and embedded systems, DOORS, Cameo, MATLAB, mechanical design principles, INCOSE/CSEP, aerospace and defense, baseline definition and maturation, technical performance measurements, Agile methodologies/Scrum Master certification, UAS or missile systems, RF/IR sensor design and test, hardware-in-the-loop, embedded system integration and test, range safety/FTS, missile command and launch interfaces, high-profile test events, subcontractor/supplier technical leadership, and technical team building

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual incentive pay based upon performance
Medical, dental, and vision plans
401(k) with 150% match up to 6%
Life insurance
3 weeks paid time off
Tuition reimbursement