Aerospace Systems Engineer

Logistics:

• 12 month extending contract
• Compensation ranges per level and experience - $38/hr -$65/hr
• Conflict of interest form and Month/Date of Birth will need to be provided prior to submission.
• Exact rate is based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education. The team hires in Levels 1-4 so rate is also contingent on hiring level.
• Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law

Required Skills & Experience

• Level 2: Bachelor’s degree 3 years experience
• Level 3: Bachelor’s degree 5 years experience
• Level 4: Bachelor’s degree 7 years experience
• Background in mechanical/electrical systems engineering and integration.
• Experience with DOORS for requirements management.
• Strong communication and leadership skills; ability to mentor and bring others along.
• Systems thinking mindset—comfortable balancing technical and coordination work.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

• MBSE experience (SysML/UAF, Cameo, MagicDraw, or similar).
• Familiarity with BCA commercial programs; DoD experience acceptable.
• ECS subsystem knowledge.
• Scripting expertise in DOORS; experience with iTracks, Jira, and project scheduling.
• Understanding of digital thread concepts and future-focused modeling practices.
• Ability to work in proprietary/CUI environments.

Job Description: Join a global aerospace and defense leader at the Philadelphia Design Center (PDC) supporting major Boeing programs including 787, Air Force One, F-18, Space Launch Systems, Starliner, and 8F Freighter. This role blends traditional systems engineering with model-based systems engineering (MBSE) to drive certification and integration efforts across complex platforms. Key Responsibilities

• Develop and document mechanical and electrical system requirements using DOORS and related tools.
• Translate requirements into system architecture, hardware/software designs, and interface specifications.
• Create and maintain MBSE models (SysML/UML) using tools like Cameo Systems Modeler or similar.
• Support ECS subsystem certification by end of 2026 and integration of proprietary work into Ridley Park.
• Perform requirements modeling, architecture development, and lifecycle traceability.
• Coordinate with suppliers and monitor performance for compliance.
• Collaborate with Everett ECS team and internal stakeholders in CUI/proprietary environments.
• Mentor and lead team members; foster a collaborative, future-focused culture.
• Research emerging technologies for application to programs.