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# Senior Staff Systems Engineer

- **Company:** Saab
- **Location:** Syracuse, NY, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $132,000.0 - $171,600.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, Systems Engineering, Big Data, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Linux, Internet Protocol, MATLAB, Software Requirements Analysis, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology
- **Published:** October 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerboard.com/us/en/find-jobs-in-United-States/-D82BCEDF746CE997A2/

## About the Role

* A bachelor's degree in engineering, physics or computer science from an accredited institution or relevant military education & training
 * 15+ years of relevant experience
 * Opportunity for international travel (up to 10%)
 * Computer programming experience in a high-level language such as Matlab, C/C++, Java, etc.
 * The ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced, team environment.
 * Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
 * Demonstrated personal time management, planning, and organizing skills.
 * Technical project planning skills (including providing cost and schedule estimates).
 * Drive to take ownership of project execution.

Desired Expertise:

 * Knowledge of Air Traffic Surveillance and Control systems including international ATC terminology, standards and procedures
 * Familiarity with Linux and Windows operating systems
 * Familiarity with IP networks including Firewalls

The successful candidate will have:

 * Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
 * Ability to identify, understand, and proactively manage risks.
 * The ability to effectively communicate (written and verbal), including presenting to and collaborating with both technical and non-technical colleagues and customers.
 * The ability to generate high-quality technical documentation, including architecture documents, test plans and procedures, reports, and white papers.
 * An interest in international travel and the ability to work with technical counterparts from different countries and cultures around the world.

Citizenship Requirements:

Must be a U.S. citizen, Permanent Resident (green card holder), or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

## Description

* Understand customer requirements (including safety and security standards) and decompose them to generate system designs and architectures, hardware requirements, and software requirements.
 * Perform design analysis and trade studies.
 * Lead small, interdisciplinary teams to develop detailed designs and technical and programmatic artifacts.
 * Develop technical documentation and presentation materials for design reviews.
 * Lead programmatic and technical discussions with customers.
 * Help integrate, configure, and test systems in the factory and in the deployed environment.
 * Work collaboratively with customers, prime contractors, and subcontractors to integrate systems and subsystems.
 * Analyze and reduce large datasets to quantify system performance, investigate anomalies, and develop solutions.
 * Support proposal activities by analyzing requirements, assessing compliance/NRE, providing cost and schedule input, and providing/editing technical written material.
 * Utilize and improve existing Saab processes, policies, and products.
 * Provide mentoring and oversight to less-experienced engineers., Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.