General Dynamics Mission Systems · 22 hours ago
Sr Advanced Systems Engineer
Manassas, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$143K/yr - $158K/yr
8+ years expGeneral Dynamics Mission Systems engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. The Sr Advanced Systems Engineer will serve as the principal technical authority for systems engineering on payload systems programs, leading cross-functional collaboration and driving systems engineering strategy.
AerospaceBusiness Information SystemsInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySensor
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Serve as principal technical authority for systems engineering on payload systems program, providing strategic direction and vision
Define and drive systems engineering strategy, architectural standards, and technical roadmaps that align with program and organizational goals
Lead requirements management ecosystem, architecture development, and innovative technical solutions that balance customer needs with business objectives
Drive cross-functional collaboration across hardware, software, cyber-security, and integration teams to deliver complex system solutions
Lead critical design reviews, communicate technical strategies to all stakeholders including senior leadership and customers, and influence key technical decisions
Resolve highly complex technical issues, establish research initiatives, and champion MBSE adoption on the program
Mentor and develop systems engineering teams, fostering technical excellence and professional growth
Represent systems engineering in program reviews, customer engagements, and strategic planning sessions
Establish and champion systems engineering best practices, processes, standards, and toolset optimization
Evaluate emerging technologies and methodologies to advance payload system capabilities
Qualification
Required
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field
Also requires 8+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 6 years of job-related experience
Agile experience preferred
Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire
Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information
Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required
Preferred
15+ years of progressive systems engineering experience with significant time in senior technical roles
Expert proficiency with requirements management tools (DOORS, Jira, Jama) and advanced systems modeling tools (MagicDraw, Cameo, SysML)
Extensive experience leading Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) implementation and transformation initiatives
Proven experience with large Agile or SCRUM programs with deep understanding of task planning, budgets, forecasting, and risk management
Comprehensive knowledge of payload systems, naval systems, or complex defense applications with extensive customer-facing experience
Experience with systems engineering process improvement initiatives (CMMI, ISO 15288, etc.)
Benefits
401k matching
Flex time off
Paid parental leave
Healthcare benefits
Health & wellness programs
Employee resource and social groups
Company
General Dynamics Mission Systems
General Dynamics Mission Systems designs and delivers critical systems and products for defense and cybersecurity customers. It is a sub-organization of General Dynamics.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Bo Elam
VP and CFO
Scott Butler
Senior Vice President Program Execution
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2026-01-17
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