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# Systems Engineer

- **Company:** Sonalysts, Inc.
- **Location:** Waterford, CT, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $90,000 - $130,000
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Requirements Management, Technical Data Management Systems
- **Published:** November 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=6de0e0d1fb896d72

## About the Role

* Must be a U.S. Citizen, eligible for a U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) SECRET security clearance*
 * Bachelor's degree in engineering (mechanical, systems, electrical, computer, etc.)
 * 5-10 years of experience in systems engineering

Strongly Desired Experience/Qualifications:

 * Active Department of Defense (DoD) SECRET security clearance*
 * Experience with model-based systems engineering
 * Experience providing systems engineering support to a DoD acquisition program
 * Ability to lead cross-functional teams and resolve complex technical issues
 * Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, Maintaining a U.S. Government security clearance involves a comprehensive background check. Candidates are eligible for a clearance if they have demonstrated sound financial management (including good credit) over time, are free of criminal records, have limited foreign contacts or ties, and other factors indicative of a position of trust to protect information sensitive to the U.S. Government.

## Description

* Facilitate working groups, integrated product teams, and program review meetings.
 * Communicate technical information clearly to government, contractor, and internal stakeholders.
 * Manage action item tracking, risk mitigation, and schedule integrity throughout the acquisition lifecycle.
 * Translate complex technical data into clear, actionable insights for leadership.
 * Participate in all areas of program development by partnering with experts in mechanics, software, test, and certification to tackle the toughest engineering challenges.
 * Contribute to requirements management, testing, qualification, certification, and fielding to the fleet.
 * Implement Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) practices and maintain system models
 * Work primarily on-site at Sonalysts' headquarters or designated government facilities to stay closely aligned with project teams.