Senior Systems Engineer
Role Snapshot
CompanyConfidential Employer
LocationBinghamton, New York, USA
IndustryAerospace / Defense
Compensation$153,000 - $170,000 per year
Employment TypeFull Time/Direct Hire
Remote StatusNo Remote
Total Openings1
Work Experience8 - 20 years
Opportunity
This Senior Systems Engineer role puts you at the center of mission-critical defense programs, where your expertise in systems integration and architecture will shape the future of advanced training and simulation platforms. You will join a confidential employer known for pushing boundaries in aerospace and defense, delivering reliable, high-performance solutions that matter. If you are looking for a role where your technical leadership directly influences product success and national security, this is the opportunity you have been waiting for.
Your work will span the entire systems engineering lifecycle, from defining requirements and architectures to leading integration and verification efforts. You will tackle complex modernization projects, integrating legacy and emerging technologies, while collaborating with software, hardware, and program teams to solve tough system-level problems. Every day, you will evaluate performance, drive improvements, and mentor junior engineers, ensuring that the team delivers exceptional results against demanding customer specifications.
The ideal candidate brings eight or more years of defense industry experience, an active Secret clearance, and a track record of leading multidisciplinary engineering initiatives. You are a natural problem solver who can analyze complex system behaviors and translate them into practical, executable plans. You thrive in a fast-paced environment where your communication skills and technical acumen earn you the trust of peers and stakeholders alike.
This is a full-time, onsite position in Binghamton, New York, offering a salary range of $153,000 to $170,000, comprehensive benefits, and relocation assistance. If you are ready to take on a high-impact role with a confidential industry leader and make a measurable difference on programs that protect the nation, apply today and let's start a conversation.
Non-Negotiables
- You must hold an active U.S. DoD Secret Security Clearance or higher with an investigation completed within the past five years
- A bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline is required
- You must have at least eight years of systems engineering experience supporting complex defense, aerospace, or mission-critical programs
- You need a strong background in systems integration, architecture development, and technical problem solving
- You must have experience leading technical efforts within multidisciplinary engineering organizations
- U.S. Citizenship is required due to government contract obligations, and you must be able to obtain necessary Special Access authorizations
- You must be willing to support occasional travel and extended work schedules when program requirements dictate
What's In It For You
- You will earn a competitive base salary between $153,000 and $170,000 per year depending on experience
- The client offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and retirement plans
- Relocation assistance is available to help you move to the Binghamton area
- You will work on advanced defense technologies that directly support national security programs
- This position provides long-term career growth within a stable, innovation-focused engineering organization
- You will have the opportunity to influence the design and evolution of next-generation mission systems
- You will collaborate with seasoned multidisciplinary engineering teams in a supportive environment
Responsibilities
- You will lead systems engineering activities across the full program lifecycle, including requirements analysis, architecture, integration, verification, and sustainment
- You will develop and maintain system architectures for complex defense and training platforms
- You will provide technical leadership for modernization efforts involving legacy systems and emerging technologies
- You will collaborate with software, hardware, test, and program engineering teams to ensure successful system integration
- You will evaluate system performance and identify opportunities to improve reliability, maintainability, and overall capability
- You will lead technical reviews, design discussions, and engineering trade studies
- You will mentor junior engineers while promoting sound engineering processes and technical excellence
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with mission systems integration is highly desirable
- Familiarity with Electronic Warfare (EW), radar, or EO/IR sensor technologies sets you apart
- Knowledge of C4ISR systems, avionics integration, or secure communications is a strong plus
- Hands-on experience with signal processing (DSP), Ethernet/TCP/IP networking, or military standards such as MIL-STD-1553 or ARINC 429 is valuable
- Exposure to systems modeling, interface management, and Agile or Scrum methodologies is beneficial
- A proven ability to troubleshoot complex system-level issues involving hardware, software, and networking is preferred
- Experience supporting customer demonstrations, technical documentation, and integration testing is a plus
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