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Principal Systems Engineer - DoD Systems
$123,000 - 163,000
Kforce Technology Staffing
Walpen Drive 1150, San Diego
$123,000 - 163,000
Requirements
Must:
- Bachelors degree in Engineering or a related technical field (or equivalent experience)
- 12-15+ years of experience in systems engineering, integration, testing, and deployment
- Proven ability to lead Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) across various engineering domains
- Comprehensive technical knowledge in software (embedded/full stack), RF, networking, and cybersecurity
- Strong preference for experience with tactical data links/mesh waveforms (Link 16, TTNT, Silvus, Wave Relay)
- Excellent leadership, decision-making, and client-facing communication skills
- Demonstrated experience managing large, complex programs within Agile frameworks
- Acts as the technical lead without direct reports, serving as the point of contact for the program
- Must pass a government security investigation and meet eligibility for access to classified information
Responsibilities
- Direct the system architecture, design, integration, testing, and deployment of tactical DoD communication systems
- Serve as the technical authority, influencing system-level decisions and conducting trade studies
- Oversee integration efforts across electrical, mechanical, software, RF, networking, and cybersecurity disciplines
- Collaborate with clients, program managers, and engineering teams to clarify requirements and deliverables
- Derive and manage system and subsystem specifications
- Develop and maintain system diagrams, Interface Control Documents (ICDs), and technical documentation
- Assist in test planning, execution, and data analysis, including field and flight tests
- Support vehicle-based integrated systems that incorporate radios, waveforms, power, RF, and software
- Travel occasionally for integration and testing support
Description
We are a growing engineering technology company located in San Diego, CA, seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to lead advanced Department of Defense (DoD) programs. This is a direct hire opportunity where you will work closely with the hiring manager in a fully onsite role, enjoying a competitive base salary along with an annual bonus. We provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, Health Savings Accounts (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), a 401(k), and life, disability, and accidental death and dismemberment insurance for eligible employees. Our team is dedicated to agile development of communications, networking, and computing systems for U.S. defense agencies in varied environments.
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