Sr. Systems Engineer II

Overview

Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.

V2X is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join our Engineering team in Indianapolis, IN supporting the development and integration of advanced software/firmware/hardware systems including store control electronics, mission computers, avionics, sensors, certification and mission equipment for airborne and ground platforms.

Responsibilities

The Senior Systems Engineer II will act as Lead Systems Engineer throughout the development life cycle, from concept development, requirements definition, functional analysis, design review support, system implementation, integration, verification, and validation. The Senior Systems Engineer II will work within a cross-functional Integrated Product Team (IPT), where effective communication and team building skills are critical to success.

The ideal candidate embraces modern development processes and techniques that improve product quality & team productivity. We are looking for engineers that enjoy a challenge and have a passion to support our DoD customers and international allies.

Our Indianapolis facility also supports a variety of other product lines serving multiple Department of Defense (DoD) customers providing the opportunity to work on a diverse set of programs and roles supporting the continued advancement of your career.

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain an Active DoD Secret Clearance
• Minimum of eight (8) years of related engineering experience in systems, software, or hardware engineering
• Experience providing leadership, technical direction, and guidance to multi-discipline teams.
• Ability to take ownership of the engineering scope within the program and drive the necessary tasks to ultimately ensure the cross-function team meets the technical requirements.
• Experience leading Trade Studies, performing Risk and Opportunity analyses, and tracking and mitigating risks.
• Experience with test execution including test plan and procedure development.
• In-depth understanding of the System Engineering Lifecycle and processes and cross-product activities.
• Experience developing technical baselines (requirements/architecture); leading development teams; and developing and reviewing Engineering Change Requests.
• Experience leading requirements development, hardware and software integration, and requirements verification.
• Experience leading the development, integration, and test of military armament systems or similarly complex systems.
• Experience and desire to mentor early career engineers to build their domain area knowledge. Experience troubleshooting complex avionics and/or weapon systems including external interfaces and test equipment in real time when issues arise.

Desired Skills:

• Experience with the design, development, and integration of complex military systems.
• Experience with the design, development, and integration of gravity release and pneumatic ejection systems.
• Experience managing suppliers and overseeing the development of subsystems and components.
• Experience working the front end of the business, creating/reviewing RFPs, SOWs, BOEs, technical volumes, proposals, cost, and schedule estimates.
• Experience working with government customers including the US Army, US Navy, USMC and/or USAF.
• Strong communication skills and ability to effectively communicate to internal and external stakeholders including leading both internal and customer design reviews.

Education / Certifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related STEM discipline.

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At V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation, and expand our success in the global marketplace, ultimately enabling us to best serve our clients.