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# System/Subsystem Engineer

- **Company:** CHAOS Industries
- **Location:** El Segundo, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $160,000.0 - $240,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Systems Engineering, Automation of Tests, Computer Engineering, Continuous Integration, Data Reduction, Data Systems, Systems Architecture, Test Data, Software Organization, Git, Information Technology
- **Published:** October 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/system-subsystem-engineer-chaos-industries-10281211

## About the Role

* Minimum education: Bachelor's or higher Degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science / Computer Engineering, or related degree
 * 10+ years of experience in professional systems engineering for a prime systems integrator.
 * Experience in performing developing system / subsystem requirements, performing trade studies, and leading subsystem / component selection.
 * Practical understanding of UAS subsystems including sensors, navigation, autopilots, control actuation systems / servos, and power subsystems
 * Experience in data reduction and post-test data analysis of aerospace systems
 * Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
 * Experience with modern software development practices (Git, CI/CD, automated testing)
 * Familiarity with Agile development methodologies
 * Ability to work with minimal supervision and collaborate on small teams
 * U.S. Person status is required as this position will require the ability to access U.S.-only data system

Preferred Requirements:

 * Current or previous DoD security clearance
 * 10+ years of experience in professional systems engineering for UAS and/or missile systems.
 * Part 107 remote pilot certification
 * Experience with EO/IR sensor integration
 * Experience with radar sensor integration
 * Experience with datalink integration
 * Familiarity with DoD standards and handbooks for safety, environments and testing.
 * Strong foundation in both sides of the Systems Engineering V / Experience with full lifecycle Systems Engineering development of high-TRL systems
 * Experience with HW/SW I&T and V&V of high-TRL systems

## Description

* Design and maintenance of System Architecture and CONOPS
 * Lead and own the development of the system and subsystem requirements and specifications from inception through V&V.
 * Lead the development and execution of system and subsystem integration & test activities, including hardware selloff for customer demonstrations
 * Support local and field testing of software and flight hardware testing
 * Work full-time on-site in our office in Los Angeles (El Segundo), California