Job ID: 112930  The Leonardo DRS Airborne and Intelligence Systems business is a global leader and strategic partner committed to delivering world-class, full life-cycle defense and intelligence products that protect the security of our nation and our allies.  From air combat training to state-of-th
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Senior Systems Engineer
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Job ID: 112930 

 

The Leonardo DRS Airborne and Intelligence Systems business is a global leader and strategic partner committed to delivering world-class, full life-cycle defense and intelligence products that protect the security of our nation and our allies.  From air combat training to state-of-the-art electronic warfare systems, our technology is deployed by virtually all U.S. military and government agencies around the world.

Job Responsibilities
  • Involved with the analysis, design, development and implementation of new and/or existing systems/sub-systems.  May include Architectural Design, Requirements Engineering, or others.  Determine system specifications.  Support acquisition of hardware and software (or subcontractor services as needed). 
  • Responsible for leading group of engineers on a technical activity and completion of activity on time and budget
  • Design, develop, analyze, document and support testing of products, systems or subsystems 
  • May use computer-aided engineering or other design/analysis software in the performance of assignments.  Review customer specifications and requirements, and under direction, develop designs to best support them, including cost as a key design variable 
  • Provide budget, cost and schedule input for design assignments
  • Specify and evaluate supplier components, subsystems and services
  • Drive the program design to cost and design for manufacture requirements
  • Develop prototypes to retire key development risks
  • Communicate clearly (written and oral) with other company personnel and the customer as required
  • Participate in preparation of proposals
  • Provide technical knowledge and assistance to other engineers and support personnel
  • Lead and direct the work of others as assigned
  • Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
  • Attend appropriate engineering, customer or business meetings
  • Lead less-experienced engineers
Job Responsibilities Part II
  • Demonstrates familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methods and tools (e.g., Cameo, DOORS), or a willingness to learn and apply these practices.
  • Develops skills in applying Artificial Intelligence (AI) or advanced automation techniques to support engineering analysis and decision-making.
  • Applies hands-on experience in subsystem development, including hardware, software, mechanical, and test components, taking ownership of assigned technical solutions.
  • Capable of independently planning, executing, and leading smaller-scale projects or technical work packages.
  • Shows initiative in exploring new methods, tools, or approaches under guidance from senior engineers.
  • Contributes to team knowledge sharing, including lessons learned, research, or prototypes in emerging technologies such as MBSE and AI.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field with a minimum of 5 years of experience or a combination of.
  • Fluency in technologies and application domain
  • Ability to lead a technical group independently

U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours. *Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

 

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. AIS

Company Details
DRS Technologies
12930 Worldgate Drive
Suite 200
Herndon, Virginia 20170 USA
www.drs.com
151 Open Jobs Available
DRS Technologies, A Finmeccanica Company, provides leading edge products and services to government and commercial customers worldwide. Focused on defense electronics, we develop and manufacture a broad range of mission critical systems and components...

Benefits:
Wherever you are in your career – just starting out or a seasoned professional – your benefits represent an important part of your overall compensation. DRS is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive program of benefits with a focus on overall well being. Our program includes health, life, disability and retirement plans. It is designed with flexibility so that you can choose the plans or coverage levels that best meet your personal and your family‘s needs. Choices range from plan option, to in- or out-of-network provider access, to an array of voluntary plans from which to choose.
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Job Info
Location
Fort Walton Beach, Florida, United States
Type
Permanent
Company Details
DRS Technologies
12930 Worldgate Drive
Suite 200
Herndon, Virginia 20170 USA
www.drs.com
151 Open Jobs Available
DRS Technologies, A Finmeccanica Company, provides leading edge products and services to government and commercial customers worldwide. Focused on defense electronics, we develop and manufacture a broad range of mission critical systems and components...

Benefits:
Wherever you are in your career – just starting out or a seasoned professional – your benefits represent an important part of your overall compensation. DRS is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive program of benefits with a focus on overall well being. Our program includes health, life, disability and retirement plans. It is designed with flexibility so that you can choose the plans or coverage levels that best meet your personal and your family‘s needs. Choices range from plan option, to in- or out-of-network provider access, to an array of voluntary plans from which to choose.

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