Caribou Thunder LLC · 6 hours ago
Systems Engineer
Orlando, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$98K/yr - $184K/yr
5+ years expCaribou Thunder is a HUBZone-certified small business providing advanced technical and engineering services to the U.S. Department of War and its mission partners. The role involves designing, integrating, and verifying complex defense systems while applying disciplined systems engineering and model-based design practices to ensure mission success.
Cyber SecurityInformation TechnologySoftware
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Serve as a key member of the systems engineering and integration & test (I&T) team supporting secure, mission-critical systems
Collaborate with customers, systems engineering leads, architects, software, gateware, infrastructure, and test teams
Develop concepts of operations (CONOPS), system concept definitions, and interface specifications
Decompose, allocate, and manage system-level requirements across hardware and software components
Apply Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) practices to define, analyze, and document system behavior
Develop and maintain SysML models (use cases, sequence diagrams, activity diagrams) to support system design and traceability
Design, implement, and maintain automated test solutions to verify requirements and system functionality
Develop formal test plans, test procedures, and test reports
Support hardware-software integration, deployment, configuration, validation, and troubleshooting on custom platforms
Analyze complex system behaviors, identify defects, and document issues using structured change-control processes
Operate effectively in Agile development environments while maintaining accuracy, traceability, and technical rigor
Communicate technical content clearly to customers, stakeholders, and senior leadership
Qualification
Required
U.S. Citizenship required
Active DoD Secret clearance required
Experience developing concepts of operations and interface definitions
Experience decomposing, allocating, and translating requirements into hardware and software specifications
Strong understanding of systems engineering principles and lifecycle processes
Experience with requirements analysis, development, traceability, and management
Proficiency with requirements management tools (Rational DOORS or equivalent)
Experience implementing and using Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools and practices
Proficiency in SysML, including use cases, sequence diagrams, and activity diagrams
Experience developing models in Cameo Enterprise Architecture or equivalent MBSE tools
Experience testing software applications and verifying system requirements
Experience developing formal test plans, procedures, and reports
Knowledge of Agile principles, tools, and implementation
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proven ability to collaborate across cross-functional engineering teams
Bachelor's degree in STEM with 5+ years of relevant experience OR Master's degree in STEM with 3+ years of relevant experience OR PhD in STEM with 1+ year of relevant experience (Principal Level)
Bachelor's degree in STEM with 8+ years of relevant experience OR Master's degree in STEM with 6+ years of relevant experience OR PhD in STEM with 4+ years of relevant experience (Senior Principal Level)
Preferred
Experience developing automated tests (Eggplant or similar tools)
Experience scripting in Python to automate manual processes
Experience with version control and code repositories (Git, GitLab, etc.)
Proficiency working in Linux environments (RHEL preferred)
Proven experience in hardware-software integration on custom platforms
Experience across the full systems engineering lifecycle, including: Requirements decomposition, Test planning, Verification and validation, Integration and system sell-off
Large-scale or complex system development experience across multiple program phases
Understanding of software development methodologies
Experience preparing verification documentation for system-level requirements
Strong customer-facing communication and presentation experience
Ability to manage multiple priorities and concurrent projects
Benefits
Premium Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
401(k) with 6% Company Match
Flexible PTO & Work Schedule
Education & Certification Reimbursement
Support for Military Leave
Work–Life Balance & Traditional Family Values
Company
Caribou Thunder LLC
For the past 2 decades, Caribou Thunder has been a merit-based company driven by performance, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to advancing national security.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Tom Piffarerio, CPA, MBA
Chief Operating Officer
Rita Peterson
C.E.O. and Founder
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