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Systems Engineer, Unmanned Systems

Edison Smart®
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/27/2026

Systems Engineer, Unmanned Systems | Chicago, IL | Up to $185,000


Join a growing Unmanned Systems team, who build technology to enable system communications in harsh environments.


As a Systems Engineer, you’ll help to define system requirements and drive architecture systems with the engineering team, helping to deliver the next generation of the product.


You’ll need to demonstrate existing experience in building systems for unmanned vehicles, with the ability to collaborate across teams.


This is a hybrid position, based in Chicago. Due to government related projects, we can only hire a US person for this position.


Skills/Technologies

  • Experience in Systems Engineering and integration, shipping complex products.
  • Experience of Unmanned Systems (Aerial, Land, Water)
  • Understanding of ground control for Unmanned Systems.
  • Strong programming skills
  • Ability to work with ambiguous needs and define requirements.

Salary : $165,000 - $185,000

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