PeopleTec

Senior Systems Engineer

PeopleTec$100K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 12+ years of relevant systems engineering experience in missile defense programs
  • Deep understanding of MDA systems engineering processes
  • Proven knowledge of system architecture and elements
  • Experience with MDA system elements (Patriot, THAAD, Aegis, C2BMC)
  • Familiar with secure development practices and cybersecurity integration
  • Knowledge of ETM-2 systems and handling Congressional taskers
  • Effective communication across diverse technical teams
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Capability of delivering technical briefings to senior leaders
  • Active Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Perform integrated analysis of test events including Flight and Ground Tests
  • Participate in engineering milestones such as PDR/CDR and TRRs
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve technical issues and coordinate schedules
  • Provide input on system design and risk mitigation strategies
  • Lead technical interchange meetings (TIMs) and action tracking
  • Develop technical documentation and briefings for senior leaders
  • Coordinate high-level meetings and video teleconferences (VTCs)
  • Represent the Government in IPTs and working groups
  • Apply engineering tools like DOORS and Qlik for analysis
  • Support system security and compliance efforts.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness programs
  • Flexible work schedule options
  • Ongoing professional development opportunities
  • Collaborative and innovative workplace culture
  • Participation in priority national defense projects.
Full Job Description
Opportunity

PeopleTec is currently seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to support our Huntsville, AL location.

 

PeopleTec is seeking a Senior Systems Engineerto support the Missile Defense Agency’s (MDA) Program Office delivering critical capabilities for the Defense of Guam (DoG). This role supports a priority national defense effort in a dynamic environment, ensuring effective integration of missile defense elements to protect a key strategic location. The selected candidate will provide senior-level systems engineering support, guiding technical efforts across multiple domains and ensuring alignment with MDA objectives.

 

Duties:

  • Perform integrated analysis and evaluation of DoG test events including Flight Tests, Ground Tests, and System Integration Check Out (SICO) activities
  • Participate in and support engineering milestones such as Preliminary and Critical Design Reviews (PDR/CDR), Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs), and technical assessments
  • Collaborate with stakeholders across MDA and supporting organizations to coordinate schedules, resolve issues, and ensure technical accuracy
  • Provide input on secure system design considerations, risk identification, and mitigation strategies
  • Lead or support technical interchange meetings (TIMs), action tracking, and meeting coordination
  • Develop executive-level briefings, technical papers, and correspondence for senior leaders, including Flag Officers and SES personnel
  • Coordinate GENser and SAP-level meetings and VTCs as needed
  • Represent the Government customer in IPTs, working groups, and forums
  • Apply engineering tools such as DOORS, Windchill, and Qlik for analysis and coordination
  • Support efforts related to system security, including compliance tracking or integration of cybersecurity inputs into engineering processes
Qualifications

Required Skills/Experience:

  • 12+ years of relevant systems engineering or technical experience for missile defense related programs
  • Strong understanding of MDA systems engineering processes and procedures
  • Demonstrate understanding of system architecture and system
  • Experience with MDA system elements (e.g., Patriot, THAAD, Aegis, C2BMC)
  • Familiarity with secure development practices, configuration management, and cybersecurity-informed engineering
  • Knowledge of the ETM-2 system and experience managing Congressional or routine taskers
  • Ability to operate independently and communicate effectively across diverse technical teams
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Project)
  • Skilled in developing and delivering technical briefings to senior decision-makers
  • Active Secret clearance

Education Requirements:

  • Master's Degree in STEM field

Desired Skills:

  • Preferred background that includes exposure to secure system development and cybersecurity-informed engineering practices
  • Bachelor's degree in STEM in addition to Master's degree in STEM
Overview

People First. Technology Always.

 

About PeopleTec

PeopleTec, Inc. is a defense contractor that provides engineering and technical services to the United States Department of Defense and other government agencies. The company was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama. PeopleTec specializes in systems engineering, cybersecurity, and software development. The company has received numerous awards for its work, including the 2019 North Alabama Better Business Bureau Torch Award for Ethics and the 2018 Huntsville/Madison County Chamber of Commerce Small Business of the Year Award. PeopleTec has a strong commitment to giving back to the community and supports a variety of charitable organizations.
Learn more about PeopleTec
Size
500 employees
Industry
Net Income
$10 million
Founded
2005
5 Year Trend
+20%
Revenue
$100 million

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at PeopleTec

More Aerospace & Defense Jobs

Find similar Senior Systems Engineer jobs: