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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # CBTC & NextGen Systems Engineering Manager - **Company:** STV INC - **Location:** Pittsburgh, PA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $120,314.0 - $136,720.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Applicant Tracking Systems, Systems Engineering, Cyber Security, Computer Engineering, IEEE Standards Association, Requirements Management, Verification and Validation (Software), Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, Reliability Availability Maintainability and Safety Software - **Published:** September 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/88422105/1 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline. * 10+ years of experience in rail, transit, train control, signaling, or transportation systems engineering. * 5+ years of experience leading multidisciplinary technical teams. * Demonstrated experience with: + Communications-Based Train Control (CBTC) + Rail systems integration + Requirements management + Interface management + Verification and validation + Testing and commissioning * Strong understanding of systems engineering principles and lifecycle processes. * Experience supporting major transit agencies * Excellent leadership, communication, and client engagement skills. * Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment., * Master's degree in Engineering, Systems Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or Business Administration. * Professional Engineer (PE) license. * INCOSE Systems Engineering certification (ASEP, CSEP, or ESEP). * Experience with: + ATO (Automatic Train Operation) + ATS (Automatic Train Supervision) + Digital interlockings + ETCS + Positive Train Control (PTC) + Cybersecurity for operational technology systems + Platform screen door integration * Familiarity with: + AREMA standards + APTA standards + FRA requirements + IEC and IEEE standards * Experience supporting major transit agencies such as MTA, WMATA, NJ Transit, SEPTA, CTA, MBTA, Sound Transit, Metrolinx, or similar operators. Desired Leadership Competencies * Systems Integration Leadership * Strategic Thinking * Technical Excellence * Project Delivery Management * Risk Management * Client Relationship Development * Team Building & Mentorship * Innovation & Emerging Technologies * Cross-Functional Collaboration * Business Development Support ## Description STV is seeking a CBTC & NextGen Systems Engineering Manager to join our Systems Department at our Pittsburgh, PA office. This position will provide technical leadership, project delivery oversight, and systems engineering management for Communications-Based Train Control (CBTC), Next Generation Train Control, Positive Train Control (PTC), and advanced rail systems programs. The successful candidate will lead multidisciplinary engineering teams responsible for requirements management, systems integration, interface management, verification and validation, testing, commissioning, and operational readiness activities for complex transit and rail infrastructure projects. The CBTC & NextGen Systems Engineering Manager will work closely with clients, project managers, technical leaders, and business development teams to successfully deliver major transportation programs while supporting the growth of STV's rail systems practice. This individual will serve as a trusted technical advisor and mentor while helping advance innovative train control technologies across North America., Technical Leadership & Systems Engineering * Lead systems engineering efforts for CBTC, NextGen signaling, PTC, ATO, ATS, moving block systems, digital interlockings, and rail systems modernization programs. * Direct systems engineering lifecycle activities including: + Requirements development and management + Systems architecture + Interface management + Verification and validation (V&V) + Integration planning + Testing and commissioning + Operational readiness * Establish and maintain systems engineering processes, procedures, and best practices. * Support RAMS (Reliability, Availability, Maintainability, and Safety) activities and safety assurance programs. * Coordinate technical interfaces between signaling, communications, traction power, vehicles, track, facilities, cybersecurity, and operations disciplines. * Review technical deliverables and ensure compliance with project requirements and industry standards. Project Delivery & Program Management * Manage technical scope, schedules, budgets, and quality for systems engineering assignments. * Support project managers in execution of complex rail and transit programs. * Identify project risks and lead mitigation strategies. * Coordinate with clients, system suppliers, contractors, and multidisciplinary design teams. * Assist with procurement support, design reviews, factory testing, site testing, and revenue service implementation. * Lead technical issue resolution throughout project delivery. Client & Business Development Support * Serve as a technical point of contact for transit agencies, rail operators, and transportation authorities. * Support proposal development, technical approaches, staffing plans, and cost estimates. * Participate in pursuit strategies, client presentations, and technical interviews. * Identify opportunities to expand systems engineering and rail systems services. * Build and maintain strong client relationships across the transportation market. Team Leadership & Talent Development * Supervise and mentor systems engineers and technical staff. * Support hiring, onboarding, training, and career development initiatives. * Foster collaboration across engineering disciplines and regional offices. * Promote a culture of technical excellence, innovation, safety, and continuous improvement. * Support technical knowledge sharing and development of future systems engineering leaders. ## 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) - [The user in the eye of the Cargo1492 storm](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/96-the-user-in-the-eye-of-the-cargo1492-storm) - [Thinking Differently - How to Make Money from Cyber Attacks & Cheats](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/745-thinking-differently-how-to-make-money-from-cyber-attacks-cheats) - [AI Agents & Agentic AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2017-ai-agents-agentic-ai) - [Agile work at CARIAD – Creating a customer web application for controlling the vehicle ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/200-agile-work-at-cariad-creating-a-customer-web-application-for-controlling-the-vehicle) - [Cyber Security: Small, and Large!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/259-cyber-security-small-and-large) ## Related Articles - [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) - [From developer to manager – what does it take to become an engineering manager?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/42-from-developer-to-manager-what-does-it-take-to-become-an-engineering-manager) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [Résumé-Driven Development: How IT trends affect the job market for software developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/59-resume-driven-development-how-it-trends-affect-the-job-market-for-software-developers) - [How to Write a CV and Interview if You Don't Fully Qualify For The Job](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/183-how-to-write-a-cv-and-interview-if-you-don-t-fully-qualify-for-the-job) - [Should Tech Managers Be Developers First? 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