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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # systems engineer - **Company:** Actalent - **Location:** Tucson, AZ, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $93,600.0 - $159,994.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Systems Engineering, Configuration Management, Network Interface Controllers, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Visio, Software Architecture, Systems Development Life Cycle, Verification and Validation (Software), Systems Modeling Language, Systems Integration, Modeling and Simulation - **Published:** September 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/cdc0683a-64c0-481d-9e2c-27c0ffb23cf4/gnc-engineer ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or related field preferred * Proven experience in systems engineering within the Defense Industry, 6-10 years * Rapid development * Requirements development, management, and requirements configuration control * Demonstrated ability to manage and collaborate across Cross-Discipline Teams (Electrical, Mechanical, Software, GNC, Manufacturing, Operations, etc…) * Ability to generate block diagrams, interface control diagrams (electrical, logical, software etc… ) * Intermediate experience in MS Word, MS Excel, MS Visio, MS Project and/or other applicable tools * Integration, Test, Verification and Validation Experience * Desired - Model based engineering and tools (MBSE, SysML, Cameo or equivalent) * Desired - Configuration Management Experience * Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills * Must be able to verify U.S. citizenship * Ability to obtain necessary security clearance ## Description Our client is hiring a Systems Engineer, munition design, analysis, integration and testing, is seeking a highly organized, goal-oriented systems engineer to join our growing organization, in our Tucson, AZ location. The ideal candidate will play a key role in the design, development, integration, and maintenance of complex defense systems. The position requires a strong background in systems engineering, a keen understanding of defense industry standards, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment., * Lead the design and development of defense systems, ensuring they meet stringent specifications and performance requirements * Support the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule and cost restraints * Perform functional analysis, timeline analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications * Troubleshoot and resolve system issues, collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify root causes and implement solutions * Deliver technical guidance and recommendations to engineering team, helping them understand and drive innovation and advanced protype concepts into automation, modeling and simulation, software architectures, and integration outcomes * Conduct system integration and testing to verify and validate the functionality, performance, and security of defense systems * Participate/lead and coordinate preparation, conduct and closeout of internal and external customers reviews: SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR and Stage Gate reviews * Identify potential risks and cost associated with system development and implementation * Ensure compliance with defense industry standards and regulations ## 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) - [In-depth .NET Azure Functions: Isolated mode, performance and durable AI agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100207-in-depth-net-azure-functions-isolated-mode-performance-and-durable-ai-agents) - [Developing the Rich Text Editor for DeepL.com](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1172-developing-the-rich-text-editor-for-deepl-com) - [Valven Atlas: Engineering Intelligence That Delivers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1660-valven-atlas-engineering-intelligence-that-delivers) - [From Syntax to Singularity: AI’s Impact on Developer Roles](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/900-from-syntax-to-singularity-ai-s-impact-on-developer-roles) - [The Intent Engineer: Closing the Gap Between Business & Engineering - Manuel Klein](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1855-the-intent-engineer-closing-the-gap-between-business-engineering-manuel-klein) ## Related Articles - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering) - [Software Engineer Career: Things You Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/143-software-engineer-career-things-you-should-know) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Is Software Engineering Hard?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/448-is-software-engineering-hard)