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# Systems Engineer

- **Company:** RTX
- **Location:** Davis, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $95,500.0 - $181,700.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Document Management Systems, Network Interface Controllers, Hardware Design, Systems Development Life Cycle, Distributed Simulation, Requirements Management, Simulation Software, Software Requirements Analysis, Systems Architecture, System Testing, Systems Integration, Real Time Systems, System-level Testing, Integration Tests
- **Published:** August 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/senior-systems-engineer-onsite-davis-ca--96e857b7-bd80-4321-9c71-40c30eff217e

## About the Role

* The ideal candidate brings deep systems engineering experience, strong knowledge of avionics or mission systems, and the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams in a defense or aerospace environment., * Typically Requires: A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree and minimum 3 years experience in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
 * Active and transferable U.S. DoD Secret Security Clearance is required prior to start date
 * U.S. Citizen - U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
 * Experience with avionics, radar systems, or airborne early warning and control (AEW&C) platforms
 * Strong understanding of systems engineering lifecycle processes (e.g., requirements, design, integration, V&V)
 * Ability to work in a classified environment and obtain/maintain required security clearance
 * Strong communication and collaboration skills

Qualifications We Prefer:

 * Experience with naval aviation platforms
 * Background in simulation and training system development
 * Familiarity with real-time systems, distributed simulation or virtual training environments
 * Experience with hardware/software integration and lab environments
 * Experience with systems modeling tools (e.g., Cameo, DOORS, or similar)
 * Knowledge of DoD acquisition processes and standards, Aerospace Engineering, Aerospace and Defense, Affirmative Action, Avionics, Bond Market, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Dental Insurance, DoD Acquisitions, DoD Secret Clearance, Document Management, Electrical Engineering, Employee Assistance Plan, Engineering, Family Planning, Government, Hardware Design and Simulation Software, Hardware-Software Integration, Integration Testing, Life Insurance, Mentoring, Military, Process Improvement, Product Development, Project/Program Management, RTX, Rehabilitation Act, Requirements Management, Research & Development (R&D), Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Security Clearance, Simulation, Strategic Planning, Student Loans, System Architecture, System Integration (SI), System Lifecycle, System Test, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Engineering, Systems Maintenance, Team Player, Training/Teaching, United States Citizen, Validation Testing, Verification Plans, Vision Plan

## Description

* Lead systems engineering activities across the full lifecycle of training systems, including requirements development, design, integration, test, and sustainment
 * Develop and manage system requirements, interface control documents, and verification plans
 * Ensure training systems accurately represent aircraft mission systems, including radar, communications, and command & control functions
 * Collaborate with software, hardware, and simulation engineers to integrate subsystems into cohesive training solutions
 * Support model-based systems engineering (MBSE) activities and maintain system architecture artifacts
 * Conduct system-level testing, validation, and verification to ensure performance meets operational needs
 * Interface with customers, program managers, and external stakeholders to align technical solutions with mission requirements
 * Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies related to system performance, integration, and delivery
 * Support upgrades, modifications, and obsolescence management for existing training systems
 * Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement of engineering processes


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