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# Advanced Systems Engineer

- **Company:** General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
- **Location:** Manassas, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $124,216
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Systems Engineering, Hardware Design, Scrum Methodology, Requirements Management, Simulink, MagicDraw
- **Published:** November 13, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9312120/advanced-systems-engineer

## About the Role

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred., * Recognized technical expert with ability to guide architectural discussions and drive technical excellence

 * Excellent communication skills with ability to present complex technical information clearly to diverse audiences
 * Strategic thinker who balances technical innovation with program objectives and business needs
 * Strong collaborator who mentors team members and drives success across organizational boundaries
 * Deep understanding of technology trends with demonstrated ability to champion innovation and process improvements
 * Proven ability to effectively handle complex assignments and navigate challenging problems with diverse stakeholders
 * Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation, * 6+ (or master's degree and 4+) years of progressive systems engineering experience with significant technical depth
 * Expert proficiency with requirements management tools (DOORS) and systems modeling tools (MagicDraw, Cameo, Simulink)
 * Extensive experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) implementation and mapping to software/hardware development
 * Proven experience with Agile or SCRUM methodologies with strong understanding of task planning and technical forecasting
 * Comprehensive knowledge of payload systems, naval systems, strategic programs, or other complex defense applications

## Description

* Provide senior technical expertise and guidance for systems engineering activities across payload systems programs
 * Lead requirements management, architecture development, and technical solutions that balance customer needs with program objectives
 * Drive collaboration across multidisciplinary teams including hardware, software, and cyber-security engineers to deliver integrated solutions
 * Lead design reviews, communicate technical strategies to development teams, and provide expert guidance on system design decisions
 * Resolve highly complex technical issues, drive research initiatives, champion MBSE implementation, and mentor systems engineering team members
 * Support program reviews and customer engagements with technical expertise and documentation

 * Champion systems engineering best practices, processes, and toolset optimization
 * Expert-level knowledge of systems engineering principles with proven track record of delivering complex payload systems