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# Systems Engineer

- **Company:** Airswift
- **Location:** Houston, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $98,400 - $130,000
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Configuration Management, Computer Networks, Databases, Microsoft Management Console, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, PostgreSQL, Unix Shell, Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, NoSQL, Performance Tuning, Systems Development Life Cycle, Requirements Management, Server Administration, Shell Script, Software Engineering, Product Software Implementation Methods, PL-SQL, Transact-SQL, Virtualization Technology, Scripting, Data Storage Management, Git, Information Technology, Jenkins
- **Published:** October 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=5804b8279fd8e4e2

## About the Role

* Experience in systems engineering, IT infrastructure, system administration, server administration, systems and applications support, and computer management.
 * Knowledge of software implementation and administration, system troubleshooting, storage management, and server backup and recovery.
 * Familiarity with scripting, including Bash (Unix shell), shell scripting, JavaScript, and Git; CI/CD (continuous integration and continuous delivery), Jenkins, and Agile practices.
 * Understanding of computer networking, operating systems, and SDLC (software development life cycle); exposure to Azure and virtualization.
 * Database experience with MySQL, PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server, T-SQL, PL/SQL, or NoSQL is useful. A computer science background is preferred; REST, system tuning, and performance tuning experience are valued.

## Description

The Systems Engineer supports the development and integration of the reactor system through requirements documentation, interface tracking, configuration management, verification support, and technical coordination. Designed for an engineer with 3+ years of relevant experience, the role completes defined assignments using established methods, with guidance and review from senior engineers and discipline leads. Working with Reactor Physics, Thermal-Fluids, Mechanical, Electrical, Controls, Drafting/Design, Testing, Quality, Licensing/Regulatory, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Project Execution, this engineer gathers technical inputs, maintains accurate records, and supports resolution of integration issues. The role emphasizes hands-on contribution, sound documentation, continued technical development, and timely escalation of questions, risks, and decisions requiring approval., * Complete defined systems-engineering assignments using established procedures, with technical direction and review from senior engineers and discipline leads.

 * Draft and maintain assigned requirements, interface records, architecture documents, traceability links, verification records, and configuration logs for review and approval.
 * Participate in technical working sessions, capture interface questions and design discrepancies, follow up on assigned actions, and escalate issues requiring senior technical judgment.
 * Collect and organize change-impact inputs covering requirements, interfaces, safety, testing, manufacturing, procurement, licensing, schedule, and cost; update documentation after approval.
 * Support verification planning by linking requirements to approved methods and acceptance criteria, collecting test and analysis records, and identifying missing evidence for responsible engineers.
 * Gather and track technical inputs from Project Engineering, Project Management, Quality, Licensing/Regulatory, Testing, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Drafting/Design, and suppliers to support assigned deliverables.
 * Incorporate technical review feedback, seek guidance when needed, and build proficiency in systems thinking, requirements quality, interface documentation, and evidence-based problem solving.