Sr. Systems Engineer

Hanscom Afb, MAOnsiteFull TimeSenior$117,400–$146,300 /yrPosted 1 month ago

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Required skills

TS/SCI clearance
Physics
Mathematics
systems engineering
requirements management
systems integration
lifecycle engineering
defense acquisition
engineering processes

Nice to have

Model-Based Systems Engineering
Air Force acquisition programs
complex defense environments
INCOSE
OMG
Security+

Role summary

Inmarsat Government, a Viasat subsidiary, seeks a Senior Systems Engineer to provide technical leadership in requirements development, systems architecture, integration, verification, configuration management, and lifecycle engineering. This role involves leading cross-functional engineering efforts to meet mission requirements and Air Force program priorities, supporting technical reviews, and driving engineering decisions. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in a technical field, 10+ years of systems engineering experience, knowledge of defense acquisition processes, and an active TS/SCI clearance. Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering and Air Force acquisition programs is preferred.

About Us

At Inmarsat Government, a wholly owned subsidiary of Viasat, Inc., we do things differently. Our culture empowers people to challenge conventional thinking, solve complex problems, and achieve what others may consider impossible. We design and deliver innovative, secure satellite and communications solutions that connect people, organizations, and critical missions anywhere in the world. Our technology enables millions to access the information, services, and opportunities that keep communities and missions moving forward. If you are driven to make an impact, solve what others cannot, and be part of something bigger than yourself, Inmarsat Government is where you belong.

Job Responsibilities:

The Senior Systems Engineer provides technical leadership across requirements development, systems architecture, integration, verification, technical baseline and configuration management, trade studies, risk management, and lifecycle engineering. The individual leads cross-functional engineering efforts to ensure technical solutions meet mission requirements, performance objectives, and Air Force program priorities. The role supports technical reviews and assessments, drives engineering decisions, and provides objective technical insight throughout the system lifecycle.

What you’ll need:

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related technical discipline.
10+ years of systems engineering experience.
Experience in requirements management, systems integration, and lifecycle engineering.
Knowledge of defense acquisition and engineering processes.
Active TS/SCI clearance.

What will help you on the job:

Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering and Air Force acquisition programs, with expertise in applying systems engineering practices within complex defense environments.
Professional certifications include INCOSE, Certified Systems Engineering Professional, OMG, Certified Systems Modeling Professional, Security+, INCOSE Associate Systems Engineering Professional (ASEP) or Expert Systems Engineering Professional (ESEP), Cameo/MagicDraw, and Certified Architecture Professional are preferred.

Inmarsat Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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