Software Systems Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 14, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 28, 2026. Elbit Systems scores C on the Alion truth index.
For our Haifa site, we are looking for an experienced Software Systems Engineer to join our multidisciplinary engineering team and lead the development, integration, and validation of advanced defense systems.
In this role, you will take part in the definition, design, integration, and delivery of complex software-intensive systems. You will work closely with software, hardware, electronics, networking, and multidisciplinary engineering teams to develop mission-critical solutions, playing a key role throughout the entire product lifecycle, from concept and architecture through integration, validation, and customer deployment.
Responsibilities:
Define and manage system requirements, interfaces, and technical documentation
Lead system integration, verification, validation, and acceptance activities
Collaborate with Software, Hardware, Electronics, Networking, and Mechanical Engineering teams to ensure successful system development and integration
Drive system-level design decisions and resolve complex technical challenges
Support customer demonstrations, field testing, and operational deployments
Coordinate technical activities with subcontractors and external partners when required
Provide technical leadership throughout the entire product lifecycle
Requirements:
B.Sc. in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline
Experience in Systems Engineering of complex multidisciplinary systems
Strong understanding of software-intensive systems and system architecture
Experience in requirements engineering, interface management, system integration, and validation processes
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Ability to lead technical activities independently and drive projects to completion
High level of English
Willingness to travel internationally as required
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working in Linux-based environments
Familiarity with networking concepts and distributed systems
Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, Microservices, or cloud-native architectures
Background in Command & Control (C2) systems
Experience with maritime or unmanned systems
Military naval background
Experience working on mission-critical or defense-related systems
*Only suitable candidates will be contacted