Our DoD/Aerospace client is looking to fill a Systems Engineer position within their Regional Strike Programs, offering an exciting opportunity for aerospace industry professionals to contribute to mission-critical defense solutions. This role involves working on hardware, software, and systems integration projects that support national security objectives, with a focus on innovative systems engineering practices.
Location: Pittsfield, MA (On-site)
Position: Systems Engineer – Regional Strike Programs
Contract Length: 12-24 months with possibility of going direct
Pay: $49.36 per hour
Education/Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Systems Engineering, Science, Engineering, Technology, or Mathematics; 2+ years of relevant experience or a Master’s degree with 6 months of experience. Agile experience preferred.
Clearance Requirement: Department of Defense Secret security clearance required at time of hire
Schedule: First Shift
In this role, you will use your technical and interpersonal skills to:
- Develop and validate hardware, software, and system solutions for regional strike capabilities, ensuring compliance with mission requirements.
- Lead requirements engineering activities, including documenting, analyzing, and managing complex system specifications.
- Apply Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) techniques for system modeling, simulation, and design analysis to optimize system performance.
- Design, integrate, and troubleshoot hardware systems, ensuring seamless interoperability within the broader defense architecture.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute system testing, verification, and validation activities, supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
- Incorporate AI and automation tools to enhance system performance, testing efficiency, and operational reliability.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Expertise with systems modeling tools such as Cameo, MagicDraw, or similar MBSE platforms.
- Proficiency in requirements management tools like DOORS or Jama.
- Hands-on experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing and integration of complex defense systems.
- Strong understanding of defense standards such as MIL-STD, DO-178, and cybersecurity protocols relevant to aerospace systems.
- Familiarity with Agile development methodologies tailored to defense projects.
- Ability to analyze and troubleshoot hardware and software issues in high-stakes environments.
- Excellent communication skills for technical documentation and cross-team collaboration.
- Demonstrated ability to innovate by applying AI/ML techniques to enhance system capabilities and operational efficiency.
About our client
Our client is a mission critical DOD – Aerospace defense contractor developing solutions that will lead, serve, and protect our country. Our client develops strategic systems for defense, civil government, intelligence, and cyber end users on an international basis.
About APR
Since 1980 APR Consulting, Inc. has provided professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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