Firmware Systems Engineer ll/lll
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 22, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 22, 2026.
About This Role
We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Systems Engineer with an Electrical or Software/Firmware Engineering background to join our team.
We believe people should love what they do - in this role, you will be responsible for various systems engineering efforts supporting the development of complex military electronic systems. Your Electrical or Software/Firmware Engineering expertise and technical knowledge will be crucial in ensuring the successful design, integration, and implementation of cutting-edge defense technologies. As a key member of our systems engineering team, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions that meet the needs of our military customers.
Responsibilities
- Perform systems engineering activities for complex electronic systems with Firmware/Software command and control capabilities, from early design phase to production, ensuring compliance with technical specifications/requirements.
- Conduct system requirements analysis, definition, and allocation, translating customer needs into functional and technical requirements down to the firmware/software design.
- Conduct system architecture modeling, operational and functional analysis, and requirements decomposition of the electrical system design.
- Perform system/subsystem level trade studies analyzing different design solutions optimizing product parameters.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams comprised of software engineers, electrical/hardware engineers, firmware engineers, system engineers, and test engineers to develop system and software/firmware architectures and design solutions that optimize performance, reliability, safety, security, and quality/mission assurance.
- Work directly with product design engineers through system integration, verification, and validation to ensure compliance with functional and performance requirements.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
- Collaborate with project managers and subject matter experts to execute program plans ensuring on time delivery of products/deliverables.
- Support the preparation of technical documentation, including system specifications, design description documents, test plans, and test reports, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with project and contractual requirements.
- Foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, and regulatory authorities, to understand their needs, address concerns, and ensure customer satisfaction.
About This Role
We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Systems Engineer with an Electrical or Software/Firmware Engineering background to join our team.
We believe people should love what they do - in this role, you will be responsible for various systems engineering efforts supporting the development of complex military electronic systems. Your Electrical or Software/Firmware Engineering expertise and technical knowledge will be crucial in ensuring the successful design, integration, and implementation of cutting-edge defense technologies. As a key member of our systems engineering team, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions that meet the needs of our military customers.
Responsibilities
- Perform systems engineering activities for complex electronic systems with Firmware/Software command and control capabilities, from early design phase to production, ensuring compliance with technical specifications/requirements.
- Conduct system requirements analysis, definition, and allocation, translating customer needs into functional and technical requirements down to the firmware/software design.
- Conduct system architecture modeling, operational and functional analysis, and requirements decomposition of the electrical system design.
- Perform system/subsystem level trade studies analyzing different design solutions optimizing product parameters.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams comprised of software engineers, electrical/hardware engineers, firmware engineers, system engineers, and test engineers to develop system and software/firmware architectures and design solutions that optimize performance, reliability, safety, security, and quality/mission assurance.
- Work directly with product design engineers through system integration, verification, and validation to ensure compliance with functional and performance requirements.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
- Collaborate with project managers and subject matter experts to execute program plans ensuring on time delivery of products/deliverables.
- Support the preparation of technical documentation, including system specifications, design description documents, test plans, and test reports, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with project and contractual requirements.
- Foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, and regulatory authorities, to understand their needs, address concerns, and ensure customer satisfaction.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical or computer engineering or related discipline with 2+ years of related experience.
- Excellent written and oral communications.
- Ability to interface professionally with existing customers and possible new customers
- Model Based Systems Engineering experience to develop SysML Models in Cameo/MagicDraw and the use of DOORS for requirements management is preferred
- Ability to work in teams and independently with minimal direction
- An existing U.S. Security Clearance is desired. The ability to obtain one is required
*This role is open at multiple levels. Candidates will be hired at a level consistent with their background and experience:
- Level II: $92,600-$139,600
- Level III: $115,800-$176,200
How We Care
At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples!
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Education Assistance
- Career Development & Training Opportunities
- Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
- Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding
- Paid Parental Leave
Are you a Military Veteran?
Textron's products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country. We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical or computer engineering or related discipline with 2+ years of related experience.
- Excellent written and oral communications.
- Ability to interface professionally with existing customers and possible new customers
- Model Based Systems Engineering experience to develop SysML Models in Cameo/MagicDraw and the use of DOORS for requirements management is preferred
- Ability to work in teams and independently with minimal direction
- An existing U.S. Security Clearance is desired. The ability to obtain one is required
*This role is open at multiple levels. Candidates will be hired at a level consistent with their background and experience:
- Level II: $92,600-$139,600
- Level III: $115,800-$176,200
How We Care
At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples!
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Education Assistance
- Career Development & Training Opportunities
- Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
- Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding
- Paid Parental Leave
Are you a Military Veteran?
Textron's products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country. We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.