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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Systems Engineer - **Company:** Fusion - **Location:** Patuxent River, MD, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $110,000.0 - $150,000.0 - **Contract:** Contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Databases, Interoperability, Modeling and Simulation - **Published:** July 28, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/7667133/systems-engineer ## About the Role * Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related technical field. * Experience: 5+ years of engineering experience, with a focus on aircraft or UAS systems. * Technical Expertise: Experience with aircraft systems, carrier suitability, integration and testing, modeling and simulation, operations, and flight clearance processes. * Communication: Ability to create clear and compelling briefing materials; strong writing and presentation skills are essential. * Security: Experience supporting U.S. Navy weapons systems acquisition at levels requiring Special Access., * 3+ years of experience with multi-level security programs. * A mix of theoretical knowledge, engineering practice, managerial expertise, and field experience. ## Description Are you passionate about cutting-edge aviation systems? As a Systems Engineer - Aero, you'll play a pivotal role in the development of a complex System of Systems (SoS) environment for a new air vehicle. You'll work on high-stakes projects, collaborating with customers, engineers, and program managers to analyze, evaluate, and ensure the successful integration, performance, and compatibility of advanced aircraft systems. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic, multi-level security environment, supporting the development of a new Group 5 Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS). You will have the chance to apply your engineering expertise to solve complex challenges and drive the future of aviation technology. What You'll Do: * Analyze & Optimize: Execute systems engineering processes, including requirements decomposition, system performance analysis, and effectiveness assessment in a highly complex SoS environment. * Collaborate: Work with cross-functional teams, including government engineers and program managers, to create a robust analytical environment for evaluating system interoperability and performance. * Develop & Plan: Support the development of modeling, simulation, and analysis (MS&A) strategies aligned with program goals. * Evaluate & Test: Review test requirements, ensure the completeness of the MS&A portion of test programs, and participate in engineering readiness reviews. * Document & Report: Assist in the development of technical documentation, interim reports, and maintain organized databases for technical specifications., * Collaborate with the Government Chief Engineer on the development of Group 5 UAS. * Provide subject matter expert (SME) feedback during vendor design reviews and development processes. * Develop detailed Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) to guide program execution. * Assist in creating and maintaining engineering documentation and test procedures. * Ensure compliance with engineering standards and support key program management processes. * Participate in engineering working groups and readiness reviews as required. ## Related Videos - [Model Based Systems Engineering in an Agile Product Development Process](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/68-model-based-systems-engineering-in-an-agile-product-development-process) - [From Bedside Beeps to Interoperable Bytes – Getting your medical devices ready to talk the IEEE 11073 language](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/771-from-bedside-beeps-to-interoperable-bytes-getting-your-medical-devices-ready-to-talk-the-ieee-11073-language) - [Kubernetes and Microservices with Multi-Model Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/382-kubernetes-and-microservices-with-multi-model-databases) - [Crew Management System for Airlines: Plan duties for pilots & flight attendants worldwide](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1444-crew-management-system-for-airlines-plan-duties-for-pilots-flight-attendants-worldwide) - [Robots are coming into the wild! 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