> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/514861-systems-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/514861-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). --- # Systems Engineer - **Company:** Nleidos Defense Systems Sector - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $87,100.0 - $157,450.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Information Technology - **Published:** June 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.military.com/career/250169/systems-engineer-alabama-al-huntsville ## About the Role * A Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent degree from an ABET-accredited university with 6+ years of experience or an MS with 4+ years.\n * Experience in deriving requirements for complex electrical, electro-mechanical, mechanical, and software systems.\n * Position requires candidates to be capable of performing in a collaborative engineering environment working closely with multi-disciplinary teams.\n * Demonstrated experience effectively communicating within a team environment.\n * Resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to the Huntsville - North Alabama, AL area.\n * Possess a secret clearance, or have the ability to obtain a secret clearance.\n, Preference shown to candidates who possess a Master of Science in System Engineering from an ABET-accredited university, and/or have at least 2-4 years of direct systems engineering experience.\n, * Demonstrated experience effectively leading a team of engineers.\n * Demonstrated experience accurately estimating the engineering effort (i.e. hours) associated with Systems Engineering tasks.\n * Understanding of the DoD acquisition processes and methods\n * Experience supporting one or more DoD programs\n * Object Management Group (OMG) Certified System Modeler Professional (OCSMP) certification\n * INCOSE Systems Engineering Professional (SEP) certification (ASEP or CSEP)\n ## Related Videos - [Model Based Systems Engineering in an Agile Product Development Process](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/68-model-based-systems-engineering-in-an-agile-product-development-process) - [Rethinking Intelligence: AI, Accessibility, and the Future of Inclusive Work - Artur Ortega](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1377-rethinking-intelligence-ai-accessibility-and-the-future-of-inclusive-work-artur-ortega) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Swapping a Data Warehouse at Runtime: Zero-Downtime Migration Without Changing a Single Client](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100311-swapping-a-data-warehouse-at-runtime-zero-downtime-migration-without-changing-a-single-client) - [Breaking the Hardware Mindset: Overcoming Barriers to System-Level Innovation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1635-breaking-the-hardware-mindset-overcoming-barriers-to-system-level-innovation) - [Why Your Best Mediors Never Become Seniors (And How to Fix It)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2108-why-your-best-mediors-never-become-seniors-and-how-to-fix-it) ## Related Articles - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering) - [Software Engineer Career: Things You Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/143-software-engineer-career-things-you-should-know) - [What Jobs Can You Get with a Software Engineering Degree?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/398-what-jobs-can-you-get-with-a-software-engineering-degree) - [Is Software Engineering Hard?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/448-is-software-engineering-hard) - [The Ultimate Software Engineer Career Path Guide for 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/146-the-ultimate-software-engineer-career-path-guide-for-2023) - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers)