Software Systems Engineer

Description
Position Overview: Program - Ground Based Radar Digitization for MDA
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Systems Engineer to support complex defense and government programs throughout the systems engineering lifecycle. The ideal candidate will have strong defense industry experience, expertise in requirements development and management, and hands-on experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies and tools including Cameo and Jama. This role requires collaboration with cross-functional engineering teams, program leadership, and government stakeholders to support system design, development, integration, verification, and delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Perform systems engineering activities across the full system lifecycle including:
o Requirements analysis
o Functional decomposition
o System architecture development
o Integration & Test
o Verification & Validation (V&V)
o Configuration management
o Risk management
Develop, analyze, and maintain system engineering documentation including:
o Program Interface Documents (PIDs)
o Interface Control Documents (ICDs)
o System/Subsystem Specifications (SSS)
o Software Requirements Specifications (SRS)
Support requirements decomposition, allocation, traceability, and change management activities.
Utilize Jama for requirements management, traceability, and collaboration across engineering teams.
Utilize Cameo Systems Modeler to develop and maintain MBSE artifacts and system models.
Develop SysML diagrams including:
o Activity diagrams
o Sequence diagrams
o Use case diagrams
o Interface models
Support model-based architecture development and interface definition activities.
Conduct technical reviews, requirements reviews, and design reviews with internal teams.
Collaborate with software, hardware, cybersecurity, integration, and test teams to ensure system performance and compliance.
Provide technical leadership and support cross-functional collaboration across program teams.
Ensure engineering products comply with customer requirements, program objectives, and industry standards.
Participate in risk identification, mitigation planning, and technical issue resolution.
Skills
DOORS/Cameo/JAMA, Requirements gathering/evaluation, Bachelor's degree
Top Skills Details
DOORS/Cameo/JAMA,Requirements gathering/evaluation,Bachelor's degree
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or related technical field.
5-10 years of systems engineering experience.
Prior experience supporting defense industry or Department of Defense (DoD) programs.
Hands-on MBSE experience using Cameo Systems Modeler.
Experience with model-based architecture development and SysML modeling.
Experience using Jama for requirements management and traceability.
Strong experience in requirements development and management.
Experience developing and maintaining:
o Program Interface Documents (PIDs)
o Interface Control Documents (ICDs)
o System/Subsystem Specifications (SSS)
o Software Requirements Specifications (SRS)
Experience with:
o Requirements analysis
o Functional decomposition
o System architecture development
o Verification & Validation (V&V)
o Integration & Test
o Configuration management
o Risk management
Familiarity with Jira and Confluence collaboration tools.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Huntsville, AL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $53.00 - $53.00/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 Huntsville,AL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 17, 2026.

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