Senior Advanced Systems Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 13, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 12, 2026. General Dynamics Mission Systems scores A on the Alion truth index.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree, plus a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:: Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
Responsibilities for this Position
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide senior technical expertise and guidance for systems engineering activities across payload systems programs
- Lead requirements management, architecture development, and technical solutions that balance customer needs with program objectives
- Drive collaboration across multidisciplinary teams including hardware, software, and cyber-security engineers to deliver integrated solutions
- Lead design reviews, communicate technical strategies to development teams, and provide expert guidance on system design decisions
- Resolve highly complex technical issues, drive research initiatives, champion MBSE implementation, and mentor systems engineering team members
- Support program reviews and customer engagements with technical expertise and documentation
- Champion systems engineering best practices, processes, and toolset optimization
- Expert-level knowledge of systems engineering principles with proven track record of delivering complex payload systems
What Sets You Apart:
- Recognized technical expert with ability to guide architectural discussions and drive technical excellence
- Excellent communication skills with ability to present complex technical information clearly to diverse audiences
- Strategic thinker who balances technical innovation with program objectives and business needs
- Strong collaborator who mentors team members and drives success across organizational boundaries
- Deep understanding of technology trends with demonstrated ability to champion innovation and process improvements
- Proven ability to effectively handle complex assignments and navigate challenging problems with diverse stakeholders
- Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation
We Encourage You to Apply if You Have Any of These Preferred Skills or Experiences:
- 10+ (or master’s degree and 8+) years of progressive systems engineering experience with significant technical depth
- Expert proficiency with requirements management tools (DOORS) and systems modeling tools (MagicDraw, Cameo, Simulink)
- Extensive experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) implementation and mapping to software/hardware development
- Proven experience with Agile or SCRUM methodologies with strong understanding of task planning and technical forecasting
- Comprehensive knowledge of payload systems, naval systems, strategic programs, or other complex defense applications
Our Commitment to You:
- An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
- Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security
- Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
- Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
- See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits
Workplace Options: This position is fully on-site. While on-site, you will be a part of the Progeny Manassas, VA Team
Salary Note
This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.Combined Salary Range
USD $156,965.00 - USD $174,134.00 /Yr.Company Overview
General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans