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Defense Systems Engineer

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Mooresville, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 12/26/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/24/2026
A growing defense contractor.

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Kirk Morgan

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Salary: $120,000 - $150,000 per year

A bit about us:

A growing defense contractor.

Why join us?

Fantastic benefits, 401K, and PTO plan.

Job Details

Job Details:

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated Permanent Systems Engineer to join our dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment in the Engineering industry, focusing on defense industry projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the entire life cycle of system development and implementation, providing technical guidance to the engineering team, and ensuring all projects meet defense industry standards. This role requires a deep understanding of interface control documents, DoD Defense planning manufacturing, VCRM, functional analysis, and the ability to translate requirements into hardware and software specifications. The ability to solve complex problems is a must.

Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the entire life cycle of system development and implementation, ensuring all projects are completed on time and within budget.
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the engineering team, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
  • Ensure all projects adhere to defense industry standards and best practices.
  • Develop and maintain interface control documents, utilizing your expertise in DoD Defense planning manufacturing and VCRM.
  • Conduct functional analysis and translate requirements into hardware and software specifications, ensuring all system components meet the needs of the end-user.
  • Solve complex problems, utilizing your analytical skills to identify the root cause of issues and develop effective solutions.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing and quality assurance, to ensure the successful delivery of projects.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in the Engineering industry, with a focus on the defense sector.
  • Extensive experience with interface control documents, DoD Defense planning manufacturing, and VCRM.
  • Proven track record in system development and implementation.
  • Exceptional problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and develop effective solutions to complex challenges.
  • Strong knowledge of defense industry standards and best practices.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to provide technical guidance and mentorship to a team.
  • Experience in functional analysis and translating requirements into hardware and software specifications.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Must be a team player, with a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.

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Salary : $120,000 - $150,000

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