Systems Engineer 2

We are seeking a Systems Engineer II to support a multidisciplinary Systems Engineering team on a government-funded program. This role is focused on requirements development, system architecture, integration, verification, and design reviews for complex hardware-software systems. The position is fully onsite in Woodland Hills, California and follows a structured 9x80 work schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage functional and performance requirements, ensuring bidirectional traceability within requirements management tools
• Define and mature functional and physical system architectures to support production-ready solutions
• Conduct trade studies and support technical decision-making throughout the system lifecycle
• Plan, organize, and lead internal design reviews and support external review activities
• Collaborate with integration and test teams to maintain Interface Control Documents (ICDs) and verification plans
• Support hardware-in-the-loop and software-in-the-loop verification efforts
• Execute verification activities, analyze results, resolve discrepancies, and drive closure
• Maintain configuration baselines, manage change impacts, and support version control activities
• Author and maintain key engineering documentation such as requirements specifications, design descriptions, test plans, and risk artifacts
• Provide technical support and mentorship to less-experienced engineers
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and lessons-learned efforts

Required Qualifications

• Systems engineering experience supporting complex technical programs
• Practical experience with requirements development, system integration, trade studies, and verification activities
• Familiarity with systems engineering tools such as DOORS, CAMEO, MATLAB, or equivalent
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to solve complex technical problems
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional engineering teams
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality deliverables
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, schedule-driven environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting aerospace, defense, or mission-critical systems
• Knowledge of inertial navigation or guidance-related systems
• Participation in major program milestones such as SRR, SFR, PDR, and CDR

Additional Information

• Work Location: Onsite - Woodland Hills, CA
• Schedule: Full-time, 9x80
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Clearance: Active Secret clearance required

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Los Angeles, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $80.00 - $100.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Los Angeles,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 14, 2026.
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We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.