> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2807830-senior-systems-architect](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2807830-senior-systems-architect). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Systems Architect - **Company:** General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc. - **Location:** Bloomington, MN, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $192,540.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) - **Published:** September 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/88276053/1 ## About the Role Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree, plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience., As a Senior Architect for GD's Airborne Systems business, you will develop solutions for Multi-Function Processor Systems, Storage Systems, and/or Stores Management Systems (SMS). This role supports both business pursuits and program execution. What You Bring to the Table * Experience designing and developing embedded hardware- and software-based solutions * A collaborative approach and eagerness to provide technical leadership * Exceptional communication, presentation, and influence-management skills, with a demonstrated record of securing buy-in for concepts and ideas * Experience translating customer needs into product plans and technology roadmaps What Sets You Apart * A creative mindset, with demonstrated success understanding customer operational scenarios and using those insights to architect effective solutions * Experience working on multidisciplinary teams that include hardware, software, FPGA, and cybersecurity experts * Knowledge of COTS modules, including SBCs, FPGAs, graphics, waveforms, and switches * Knowledge of open-systems standards and interfaces, such as SOSA, VPX, OMS, and avionics interfaces * MBSE modeling experience, or a demonstrated willingness to learn ## Related Videos - [Breaking the Hardware Mindset: Overcoming Barriers to System-Level Innovation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1635-breaking-the-hardware-mindset-overcoming-barriers-to-system-level-innovation) - [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) - [Automated Driving - Why is it so hard to introduce](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/628-automated-driving-why-is-it-so-hard-to-introduce) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [How to Domain Model – An example from manufacturing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/742-how-to-domain-model-an-example-from-manufacturing) - [Robots are coming into the wild! Full-Stack Robotics Engineers, be ready!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/479-robots-are-coming-into-the-wild-full-stack-robotics-engineers-be-ready) ## Related Articles - [How software is steering vehicle technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/515-how-software-is-steering-vehicle-technology) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [What Jobs Can You Get with a Software Engineering Degree?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/398-what-jobs-can-you-get-with-a-software-engineering-degree) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers)