> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3761429-senior-systems-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3761429-senior-systems-engineer). 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 Engineer - **Company:** CACI International Inc. - **Location:** Belgrade, MT, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $78,000.0 - $163,800.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Requirements Management, Visual Systems - **Published:** October 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/84a52818-54a8-40e3-b0a7-ae8ae1d1949b ## About the Role Required: * Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or similar discipline with relevant experience * 5-8 years of professional engineering experience * Experience with electro-mechanical systems design, integration, or support * Strong problem-solving and systems-level thinking abilities * Excellent communication skills with ability to interface with customers, sales teams, and cross-functional engineering groups * U.S. Citizenship * Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance * Self-motivated with ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities Desired: * Experience with optical systems or EO/IR sensors * Experience with gyro-stabilized platforms or gimbal systems * Experience with laser systems and laser safety protocols * FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate (drone pilot) * Background in defense or aerospace industry * Familiarity with test and validation processes for complex electro-mechanical systems * Experience supporting product integration at customer sites * Knowledge of RMA processes and field service support * Understanding of Requirements Management and Systems Engineering best practices * Hands-on experience with manufacturing support and production issue resolution * Active Secret security clearance * Experience with CUAS systems or similar Experience with UAS systems or similar What You Can Expect: A culture of integrity. ## Description We are seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join our advanced engineering team specializing in multi-sensor EO/IR, gyro-stabilized gimbals. This role combines hands-on technical leadership, product support, customer integration, and mentorship of our growing US-based engineering team. The ideal candidate will bring 5-8 years of electro-mechanical systems experience and thrive in a dynamic environment supporting both mature and next-generation gimbal systems. This position is based out of our Belgrade, MT office, requiring significant collaboration with our Melbourne, Australia office. The role involves up to 25% travel for hands-on testing activities and customer site visits., * Lead local product testing, validation, and engineering support for advanced gimbal platforms, coordinating test activities and providing systems engineering expertise for design accommodations and troubleshooting * Support customer integration activities and product rollouts, providing technical support and engineering presence for US-based customers * Serve as local engineering point of contact for product upgrades, RMAs, and technical program support, providing critical engineering backup to program management * Collaborate with greater engineering team offsite in providing system level feedback and design input. * Lead product test events or customer demonstrations for R&D or sales. * Mentor and develop junior engineering team members, bringing external experience from mature engineering organizations to foster technical growth * Provide technical representation in customer meetings, sales activities, and field support scenarios * Respond to production issues and customer site challenges, working collaboratively with field service teams * Contribute to custom product developments, continuous improvement initiatives, and represent customer technical needs in product planning discussions